A walk-in wardrobe is a dreamful space for the dweller, where all clothes are stored effectively. This article, Cosyhome will provide detailed information to help you to build your walk-in closet.
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What is the Walk-in closet?
The Walk-in closet is often in the smaller space adjoining the bedroom or a separate room. It is just like the wardrobe, which is also installed from floor to ceiling. But most parts are open so that you can pick up the clothes quickly. The walk-in closet is like your private boutique, which displays your beautiful clothing and accessories.。
Advantages and disadvantages of a walk-in closet
The pros
Great organization: A walk-in closet can solve all your storage problems, if you have a lot of clothes, accessories, and so on. The walk-in closet will make all space look well organized, and you can pick up the clothes easily.
Nice privacy: The walk-in closet is a nice space where you can get dressed there, well-prepared for a date. Also, you can put a safe box to protect your expensive jewels and watches, and so on.
Utilizes available space: Some spaces may be unusual designs and not regular, but you can DIY the same walk-in closet, by sourcing some DYI walk-in closet ideas from the Internet. Then you can take full advantage of this space.
The cons
Higher cost: On the one hand, the walk-in closet is big normally, so it will cost more materials and cost. On the one hand, you will add some more accessories, for example, the LED light, mirror…
Maybe misplacement: If the walk-in closet is poorly organized, it is easier for things to be lost because of the many nooks and crannies.
The material for the walk-in closet
The material type of walk-in closet is one of the most important factors that affect its durability and longevity. There are various materials for the walk-in closet, but a melamine board is the most suggested.
Melamine board
It is made by fusing melamine paper with particle board or plywood. But the melamine is made of organic compounds, which make the structure more durable.
Easy to maintain: You can wipe the dust just with a wet cloth, no need for other special cleaners. Because its surface is water-resistant, will not expand or split due to excessive moisture. So it can save a lot of time and energy to maintain it during use.
Durable than other material: The melamine board’s surface is hardened resin, so it doesn’t scratch easily. Daily use will not scratch the surface, allowing the walk-in closets to last for many years.
Damaged by water: If the surface is cracked or scratched, the walk-in closets may be damaged by water. Because the interior wooden contact with water will destroy the structural integrity.
Hard to be fixed: If the hard item impacts the melamine board surface, it may chip. Then it is hard to fix so you have to replace the pieces.
Natural Solid wood
Some people prefer the traditional or luxurious walk-in closets, so they will choose solid wood( cherry wood/ teak wood/ rubber wood/pine/mahogany/maple/cedar…). Those natural woods are inherently sturdy and can hold a lot of weight without bending. Also, take the cedar, for example, it smells great and serves as a natural insect repellent. But mainly natural wood is expensive, which is a huge expenditure for families. Also, natural wood is prone to splitting due to humidity.
MDF( Medium-density fiberboards)
MDF is another popular material for closets, which is made by mixing dried sawdust and wood shavings with resin and wax. The main advantage is easy to do some design, so normally for the drawer panel or door panel, its cost is efficient. But MDF is not suggested for closet shelves, because it is not stable as melamine board, and can not load heavy clothes. Also if MDF is exposed to moisture, it can swell or wrap.
Wire material
Many renters may use wire material for their walk-in closets. You can find the wire material at home improvement stores, and do it yourself at home. Also, the cost is inexpensive and lightweight, so you can install one wire walk-in closet on any weekend. But you need to consider the clothing weights, you can not put many clothes on the wire structure, otherwise, it will have the potential risk of collapsing. Just be sure all the brackets are fixed well and do not put too heavy clothes on the wire walk-in closet.
Conclusion
Melamine board is the more durable and cost-effective material on the market, which is becoming increasingly popular on the market.
The functional design ideas for a walk-in closet?
A well-designed walk-in closet should meet most of your needs, to make the whole process convenient and enjoyable. Thus these design ideas may bring you some inspiration.
Drawer for jewelry, watches, and some small items.
For the inside of drawers, Cosyhome can provide a custom box, the material can be velvet or leather. So this box will help to store and display your jewelry, watches, and some small items, like sunglass, wallets, brooches, etc.For the inside of drawers, Cosyhome can provide a custom box, the material can be velvet or leather. So this box will help to store and display your jewelry, watches, and some small items, like sunglass, wallets, brooches, etc.
A safe
A safe can be hidden in your walk-in closets, where you can put jewelry or valuable items into it. This safe can protect from loss or thief.
Dressing table
It is necessary to get a dressing table with a makeup mirror if your walk-in closet has enough space. After you dressed, you can sit there, to make up. All cosmetics and grooming tools are on the makeup table so that you can use them conveniently.
Dressing table
It is necessary to get a dressing table with a makeup mirror if your walk-in closet has enough space. After you dressed, you can sit there, to make up. All cosmetics and grooming tools are on the makeup table so that you can use them conveniently.
Full-length mirror
A full-length mirror is essential to the walk-in closet. It let you know the effect after dressing and also gives the illusion of more space.
Shoe system
If the room is available, there should be a dedicated part for shoes. For example, the whole wall is shelves, which display and protect shoes and boots.
Closet island
The walk-in closet island is like a kitchen island, which has different purposes. The countertop can be the place where you can fold or organize clothing. And normally the custom closet island will have drawers for jewelry and watches etc.
Seating
If you have space, a small sofa or a chair, which is an excellent addition to a walk-in closet.
It will make it very convenient when you put on or take off shoes or stockings, and it’s very practical.
Some accessories
For convenience, you can put some clothes baskets/pants hangers/lifting clothes hanging rob…, to save space and be more ergonomic.
Elegant light
For the walk-in closet, people will choose LED on the shelf, to make it look more bright. Cosyhome can provide sensitive LED and other types LED lights to meet different requirements.
This article shared some detailed information about the walk-in closet, welcome to contact Cosyhome. We can work together to build your unique walk-in closet.