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A guide to fitted wardrobes
The fitted wardrobe will instantly add space to any room while being tailored to fit your lifestyle.

Would you like to add more storage space to your bedroom? Youre not alone. The UK's wardrobes are filled with clothes, shoes and whatever else we can squeeze in there. A freestanding wardrobe compounds the issue as it does not maximize space or provide personalization options.

Built-in wardrobes are a simple way to increase bedroom storage. These shelves instantly create more space three times more, allowing you to create any environment you desire.


Youll get more space
A freestanding wardrobe has gaps on top and to the sides, just begging to be filled with knick-knacks and dust. Fitted wardrobes, on the other hand, can be customized to fit the full height of the room. Even a space that seems too tight for a wardrobe can become a roomy home for belongings if a fitted wardrobe is installed.

Youre making an investment
Now for the bad news. When you move house, you can't take a fitted wardrobe with you. Matt Nagel, director at Neatsmith, explains there is a silver lining. Especially in London homes, there is always a premium on storage when you sell your property, thus recouping the cost of your investment.

Choose from all budget levels
Fitted wardrobe companies offer a variety of prices. Mass-market retailers such as Homebase and B&Q, as well as fitted furniture specialists such as Neville Johnson, offer these services.

In order to make your space and style more appealing, a bespoke wardrobe company can design and handmake it to suit your budget. The cost is high, but you won't have to turn your ideas into an off-the-shelf solution.

Recommendations yield the best results
Always ask friends and family for recommendations regardless of where you buy fitted wardrobes. You should also read online reviews and visit showrooms to feel the quality of the products. To narrow down your options, visit at least three, and don't be afraid to ask questions.

Make sure you ask for a portfolio if you hire a bespoke furniture provider or a local carpenter. Visit previous projects and have a conversation with the homeowner about the company's service and how problems were handled.

Future proofing keeps the look fresh
Choose a contractor who will handle everything from design to implementation, and who can help you with design and installation. Stress and expensive mistakes can be avoided when this is done.

Fitted wardrobes tend to last a very long time, so it's important to select an option that is future-proof and will still suit your tastes in years to come. Sharps' Rachel Hutcheson recommends determining the colour palette of your room before adding different elements to it.


Doors make a difference
As you select wardrobe doors, consider your bedroom's shape and size as well as your personal preferences. To minimize the space you need for your doors to open, choose sliding or bi-fold doors.

In addition to giving the illusion of a larger room, mirrored doors also provide a full-length mirror without taking up valuable floor space.


Prep is key
Measurement is the first step to creating your fitted wardrobe. Find out the height of the ceiling at the ends and in the middle of the room. It will show whether the wardrobe needs to be reframed due to a sagging ceiling.

Check that the floor is level. Daval's Simon Bodsworth, managing director, says that this is another vital piece of information because fitted furniture can be designed to fit exact floor dimensions or changes in height. If you are installing wardrobes on a hard floor, I recommend a hard surface. A wardrobe fitted on carpet may drop over time because of carpet settlement, and this will undoubtedly ruin its once-perfect finish.


Measured to measure means just that
Has the room been finished with coving or skirting? You need to determine if there are any protruding fixed details by providing their dimensions. Your wardrobe will need to be redesigned to accommodate their alteration of the back, so that it creates a flush, tailored finish.

Does moving any electrical plugs need to be done before installation? If changing outlets is not a possibility, then custom fitted furniture can conceal unsightly wires, cables and controls for integral lighting as well as maintain access. Just make sure these requirements are mentioned during the concept phase, says Simon.


You will need to prepare the room
Unless otherwise requested, our wardrobes are fitted without backs and sides. Therefore, if you plan to redecorate the walls before the installation, then you may want to do so before the installation as the walls will be visible when the doors are open. Our customers are also asked to remove all furniture from their bedroom prior to installation, and if a carpet has been installed, we ask that it be rolled back where the wardrobes will be installed.


Fitted Luxury Wardrobes to your lifestyle
You must have an equally beautiful wardrobe inside and out. Ensure you choose a company that offers a wide range of storage options.


Ask about shoe and trouser racks, pull-out shelves, and hanging rails. Companies may also offer media devices and integrated lighting.


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