Wardrobes Buying Guide

Possibly the most important peice of furniture in a bedroom is the bed but this must be closely followed by the Wardrobe.

So here is a general buying guide of things to consider when buying a wardrobe.

Fitted or Free-standing Wardrobes
Buying a free standing wardrobe is going to be easier to source as they are designed to fit a specific area. It could be argued that a free standing wardrobe will give a room a more individual look compared to say a fitted wardrobe which make the room look more formal and stream lined.

A fitted wardrobe is more likely to give you more storage space though.

Storage of Clothes
A major concern is going to be the position of the hanging rail, it's always worth bearing in mind if you have an expensive gown or suit to store.

Looks and Style of Wardrobe
As we've already stated second to the bed the style and look of a wardrobe is vitally important to the overall impression the bedroom gives.

It is possible to still get a custom made wardrobe if something off the shelf doesn't suit. In saying that a lot of retailers now offer rustic and distressed furniture but if one them doesn't suit you could consider an antique.

Wardrobes On A Budget
Flat pack has a suggestion cheap and poor quality but it's worth noting that even the Solid Furniture often comes partially assembled. Proper flat pack is worth considering some companies even offer solid wood flat packed wardrobes, e.g. Core Products, which in turn should have a very long life.

It's not just about the quality of the wood but also worth checking out the quality of hinges and drawer mechanisms. If their proving to be difficult in the furniture store after a few years use they'll be a nightmare.