What are the Different Types of Wardrobes?

If you’re about to embark on a new bedroom refurbishment project, you're likely wondering what are the different types of wardrobes and which one is best for you. Apart from your bed, it’s one of the most significant pieces of furniture you’ll ever own.

Why? Because having an attractive closet in which to keep your possessions leaves your home well organised and clutter-free, allowing you to enjoy your spaces to the full. For optimal storage, we would all love to fit our spaces with a cupboard that is both attractive and roomy. But finding the ideal shop-bought wardrobe is often impossible because most of them either don't fit properly or aren’t big enough to suit your needs.

At FCI London, we’re experts when it comes to bespoke cabinetry and we design and build a vast range of custom-built units for specific applications. To help refine your choices, here’s a rundown from our wardrobe team on the different types of wardrobes and their most significant features.

How to choose the right wardrobe for your needs and lifestyle

A new wardrobe purchase can be a daunting task. There are many different sizes, shapes and finishes available, so make sure to choose one that best fits your needs and lifestyle.

Aside from that, durability, functionality and aesthetics are key. To accommodate all of these criteria, there’s only one way to go: a built-in wardrobe. One of the most appealing features of fitted wardrobes is the flexibility to personalise and design it to suit your budget and available space – even if it has sloped ceilings or awkward corners.

And whether you’re looking for something simple or opulent, maximising on your storage potential is always the main objective. Bespoke wardrobes should include whatever elements and accents you desire, so to create a practical, versatile unit, make a list of what’s most important to you in terms of hanging space, drawers, tie or shoe racks and specialised compartments so that they can be incorporated into the final mix.

Choose options that are durable and timeless, so that your cabinet continues to look amazing for at least a decade. Our talented team is on hand to guide you through all the choices from high-end materials to the trendiest colours and will come up with a unique blueprint just for you.

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The walk-in wardrobe

A walk-in wardrobe, the pinnacle of luxury, is ideal for homes with lots of space. True to its name, it gives you the advantage of being able to move around inside it and can even accommodate extra luxuries like seating and a dressing table depending on its size and layout.

You can convert a spare room into a walk-in wardrobe or even divide an expansive master bedroom by adding a wall with sliding doors.

With almost limitless customisable options available, you can decide where you would like to install hanging rails, laundry baskets, drawers, shoe and tie racks, luggage partitions and specially designed compartments for your jewellery collection. It’s a perfect choice if you enjoy fashion and like to accumulate clothing over time.

The built-in wardrobe

Built-in wardrobes are created exclusively for your room and can be installed around difficult spaces so that your storage potential is not compromised.

Being able to customise the feel and design of these units to house all your personal items is a wonderful additional bonus, allowing you to select your choice of colour, materials and finishes to compliment your current furnishings.

Since many built-in wardrobes lack a back panel, they give you the most storage depth possible, allowing you to pack in extra items like large boxes and containers.

The fitted wardrobe

Fitted wardrobes are the same as built-in wardrobes; integrated closets that have been specially created to fit the precise proportions of your space.

They cannot be moved once installed but are the best option if you want something with lots of storage and adjustability. Offering optimal storage for your clothes, shoes, and accessories, they take up less room than their standalone counterparts, allowing you to make the most of every available square inch.

Because they are custom built, you can also select any combination of drawers, shelves, hanging rails, and specialized accessory compartments to suit your needs which is especially useful for two people who share a bedroom. One large, contemporary fitted wardrobe is far more practical than two bulky freestanding cabinets.

The corner wardrobe

Corner wardrobes, often referred to as ‘L-shaped wardrobes' are your best option when it comes to making use of frequently underused nooks where furniture like freestanding closets, side tables and chests of drawers rarely fit.

They are a great solution to solving the space-crunch issues often found in modern homes, and because they are built to tuck into any bedroom corner swiftly and easily, offer outstanding aesthetic and storage capabilities for all of your clothing requirements.

As with all fitted wardrobes, they can be fully customised to oblige every need and usually come with sliding doors for easy access.

The sliding door wardrobe

This style of cabinetry features sliding doors that open and close by sliding back and forth, as the name suggests.

Wardrobes with sliding doors do not rely on hinges because the doors move over metal tracks that are fixed at the top and bottom of the frame, meaning that they occupy no additional space when they are opened.

Commonly built from floor to ceiling, they provide additional storage space above the hanging rails in which you can pack items like suitcases or linen. They can also be created from many different materials including frosted glass, mirrors, wood, metal and veneer, giving your room a refined, elegant aesthetic.

If you want to maximize the space in your room or have a little area in general, sliding door wardrobes are definitely your best bet.

The floor-to-ceiling wardrobe

Floor-to-ceiling wardrobes offer excellent internal storage for all your clothing, shoes and other items and can be fitted with either sliding or hinged doors in accordance with your space and taste.

As with all built-in cabinetry, they can be fully customised, ensuring that you get exactly what you’re looking for in terms of hanging rails, drawers and everything in between. As they are created to fit the full height of your room, they are the ultimate storage solution and are guaranteed to leave your home looking clean and clutter-free.

In conclusion

With a wide variety of wardrobes to choose from in an array of finishes, colours and styles, converting your bedroom into a design masterpiece is as easy as pie.

At FCI London we have all the expertise you need to get the ball rolling on your modern custom wardrobe, so give us a call today and let’s design something spectacular together.