A wardrobe is an essential component of bedroom decor, just like any other piece of furniture in your bedroom. But unlike the decor items, bedroom wardrobes need to be both practical and functional - as you want them to fit with your bedroom theme while offering ample storage. There are hundreds of wardrobe finishes and materials to choose from but which one should you pick? As always, we’ll try our best to help you make the right decision.
With so many different types of wardrobes in the market, there are some crucial factors to consider when designing a bedroom wardrobe. These are the main things to keep in mind:
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Chat NowNow that we’ve discussed the different aspects of designing a wardrobe, let’s move on to the different types of finishes for bedroom wardrobes:
One of the most popular wardrobe finishes, veneer is robust and malleable enough to be moulded into a closet because it is made of a thin layer of natural wood. It can easily be stained in different colours to get the style you want for your bedroom.
The veneer wardrobes at FCI London are made from high-quality Italian wood and are a true hallmark of exemplary Italian craftsmanship. If you want something long-lasting and timeless, we recommend this finish, but good quality veneer does cost more than the other finishes.
When we talk about material finishes, solid wood wardrobes have always been a popular choice for bedroom wardrobes. Especially if the rest of your bedroom furniture is in wood, it makes sense to go for a wooden finish wardrobe. These wardrobes are the most strong, durable and long-lasting. Today, wardrobe designers can easily combine wood with other finishes such as glass to give the wardrobe a modern look instead of a traditional one.
For those who prefer upgrading their wardrobes from time to time, lacquer or polyurethane finishes are ideal. It is durable, simple to maintain and looks perfect in bedrooms. One drawback of this finish is that it will not last very long, depending on different factors,, including the bedroom's humidity level.
With a variety of pricing points from entry-level models to high-end ones with added features like soft-close drawers or built-in lights inside the wardrobe doors, laminate is an economical and sturdy material that is utilised in many wardrobes today. Laminated wardrobes are perfect for busy homes where spills frequently occur because they are water-resistant and simple to clean with a mild detergent or soap.
Laminated finish wardrobes are most common in bedrooms nowadays as they’re cost-effective and low-maintenance. They’re available in several finishes including high gloss, matte and textured.
Melamine is basically a wood-like material that does not need much maintenance and it is much cheaper than a solid wood wardrobe. Because it resists stains and scratches, this kind of material can be helpful if you live with kids or pets. This material has a variety of designs in addition to the stress-resistant finish.
Instead of using the traditional solid door panels, add a sense of lightness with glass wardrobes in the master bedroom. Glass has a sleek, spacious and airy appearance due to its glossy texture and clean lines. It comes in frosted, coloured, clear, and coated varieties.
These wardrobes are simple to install, low maintenance, and easy to clean.
We highly recommend glass finish wardrobes for contemporary bedrooms along with going for high-quality glass as cheaper alternatives are more prone to chipping or scratching.
If you want glass wardrobes with some privacy then it’s best to go for opaque glass wardrobes.
A practical choice for smaller bedrooms, mirror wardrobes will open up your space and make it look much bigger than it actually is. These wardrobes also remove the need for a vanity table, saving up the floor space in your bedroom.
You can now get mirror finish in all types of wardrobes, including sliding doors.
So what’s the best finish for your bedroom wardrobe? It all comes down to you, your needs, your wardrobe space and your lifestyle. We’ve tried to explain the pros and cons of all the different types of wardrobe finishes so you can decide which one would be the best option for you.
We take great pride in working directly with our customers at FCI London to design gorgeous, practical, unique, and aesthetic bespoke wardrobes for bedrooms, dressing rooms, and walk-in wardrobes. Please get in touch with us to set up a free wardrobe design consultation with our award-winning team.
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