If you’re in the process of building a house, or maybe you just want to do some home improvements, you’ve probably begun to think about wardrobes. A great one can make getting dressed in the morning an easy experience, but if yours isn’t up to scratch you’ll find yourself resenting it every time you open its doors. With so many options on the market, it’s hard to know which style you should choose. This guide will help break it down for you, so that you can find the perfect wardrobe for your home.
- Use of space
Custom built in robes are made specifically for your home, so you’ll know straight off the bat that they will fit in any bedroom that you choose. This is especially great if you’ve got any nooks or awkward corners that you want to hide. Within the robe itself, you can utilise the entire space, from floor to ceiling. In contrast, freestanding wardrobes usually have unused space at the very top. Even if you do put items up there, like hats and bags, they won’t be protected from dust, and you’ll probably just forget about them.
- Customisation
If you choose a built in wardrobe, it will be made according to your measurements and preferences. Free standing ones, on the other hand, come in specific designs and sizes, so you’ll have to hunt to find one you like. If you want your robe to follow the same theme as your bedroom, with a built in robe you’ll be able to choose materials and finishes that suit your style. Period homes look great with painted timber or ornate handles, and for a minimalist contemporary look, you can choose to forgo handles completely! For the fashion conscious among us, you can even build a mirror into the inside or outside of the door.
- Organised Storage
We all know that any wardrobe is designed to give you more storage than you currently have. Freestanding options aren’t tailored to your own personal needs however. Their limited shelves mean you might only be able to fit half your shoe collection, or there might not be enough room to hang all of your business shirts, leaving them to crinkle. Choose custom built in wardrobes, and you’ll be able to decide exactly how many shelves you need and how long the hanging rail should be.
- Added Value
It is true that free standing robes are cheaper when you’re buying them, and they are quicker to install (usually you’re just unpacking the flatpack and building it yourself). However, built in robes are an excellent selling point that definitely adds extra value to your home. Some couples and families even look to storage when choosing between buying one house and another - you don’t want to live in a clutter – so your built in wardrobe could make all the difference.
If you’re on a tight budget, then free standing robes are a good option. But if you want something that is suited perfectly to your home and your needs, then a built wardrobe might be the better choice for your bedroom. Contact us today for a complimentary consultation.
