Sliding Wardrobe Doors – All you want to know

One of the important aspects of our house is our wardrobe – A personal place where we organize our clothes, accessories, shoes, etc. Today there are many types of wardrobe and closet door designs available in the market. Also, one of the most aesthetic and functional types of these is the sliding wardrobe doors. Moreover, the door panels and accessories of sliding and walk-in closets greatly vary.

So, this seemingly simple thing often confuses us with the multiple options that we see scattered all around us. We like a few aspects of a wardrobe in one showroom and something else in another.

This whole buying process is not only exhausting but also confuses us and we end up buying something that we regret buying later.

So whether you are an architect, interiors designer, contractor, or end-user, understanding multiple aspects of sliding wardrobe doors design is extremely important. This is so, so that the end result is not just appropriate functionally but also aesthetically appealing, suiting your tastes and needs

There are so many options in terms of sliding wardrobe doors, panel patterns, lighting, accessories, etc, that you can choose the right options at every stage of designing and make a personalized storage space for yourself.

 

 

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Functionality and aesthetics of sliding wardrobe doors

The functionality and aesthetics aspect of sliding wardrobe doors is a function of your tastes, lifestyle, and needs.

Also, there are multiple factors that come together to give the final shape of the wardrobe, and each factor offers you ample choice to select from an array of solutions and designs available.

• • Door panels for different sliding closet designs
  • Closet surfaces for different sliding closet designs
  • Door frames for different sliding closet designs
  • Lighting for closets for different sliding closet designs
  • Hardware for different sliding closet designs
  • Accessories for different sliding closet designs

 

Sliding wardrobe door panels:

Door Panels happen to be the single most important factor especially when it comes to the aesthetics of the wardrobe that has to match with your interiors and tastes.

There are endless options available for you to choose from.

Also, these door panels could be made of wood, wallpaper, mirror, glass, acrylic, fabric, leather, digitally printed, metal, magnetic panels, etc. Besides all these options come with multiple colors, patterns, texture options.

The sliding wardrobe with mirror looks extremely aesthetic.

So, you can choose from all these options and make it more personalized.

 

Wall Paper for sliding wardrobe doors

Walls papers are ideal for merging the cabinet doors with the surroundings. Also, you can also choose same the wallpaper for walls and doors, to give it a uniform & harmonious look

 

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Digital print sliding wardrobe doors

You can get your favorite photo digitally printed on the sliding wardrobe design door panels.

 

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Board & Magnetic Board Marker for sliding wardrobe doors

Generally apt for but not limited to kid’s room. Also, you can use the board to write anything using chalk or a marker.

 

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Sliding wardrobe door wooden selection

A whole array of choices for different wood finishes are available.

So, you can choose a light or dark finish, with or without grains, velvety, or matt lacquer finish.

 

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Sliding Wardrobe with mirror and glass

This is something that gives an exquisite character to your interiors, besides making your place look spacious.

Also, you can also decide how much of a backroom view you want to allow into the cupboard.  So, there is really a large choice of material and color to play with.

You can choose from satin, tinted, lacquered glasses, mirrors in different colors, and surfaces.

Now, special glasses are available with patterns and textures of your choice for the sliding wardrobe doors.

Also, the sliding wardrobe doors with mirror look very appealing.

 

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3D surfaces of sliding wardrobe doors

You can play with this option in numerous ways. So, from making a 3D strip on the entire trendy sliding wardrobe doors panel to using this option on the entire door itself – options are galore.

 

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Sliding wardrobe doors fabric

Fabric is a simple yet elegant option. It lends a soft feel to the otherwise hard surface.

Also, a great advantage is the possibility of numerous permutations and combinations of fabric color and texture.

 

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Sliding wardrobe door material mix

As the word itself says – mixing various materials and use them to create something that becomes your signature style.

 

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Sliding wardrobe door closet surface for wardrobe customization

A closet design is not just about the front door panels. There is much more to it, even in aesthetic terms.

Also, imagine you see an impressive sliding wardrobe design with beautifully designed door panels, but when you open it, your impression changes completely just because the interiors are lousy.

So, it is equally important to spend time selecting material for the closet surface. Again, there are numerous options available – wood, veneer, paint finishes, etc.

Also, your choice of color and material can drastically change the way your closet design looks.

 

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Sliding wardrobe door frame

A good sliding wardrobe design must pay attention to the details even the color of door frames. So, multiple colors and finish options are available to choose from.

Also, from powder coating & anodized to stained veneer finish and from black matt and bronze to silver or white, etc., a lot of options are there to match the look of your door panels.

 

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Sliding wardrobe lighting

Lighting at appropriate places in your wardrobe, not just helps you functionally but adds to the appeal of the wardrobe and sets a certain mood. So, if done correctly, it will catapult your wardrobe to many notches above.

Also, you can choose to illuminate any zone of your wardrobe or a combination of those areas, it is up to you.

Following are the zones that can be illuminated using an LED strip or recess/surface mounted downlights:

• • Gallery Lighting
  • Clothes rod
  • Shelves
  • Drawers
  • Aluminum frame glass shelves
  • Cabinet sides

 

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Sliding wardrobe accessories

Now you have a personalized sliding wardrobe design door panel that matches your interiors, beautiful closet surface, appropriate lighting, and other things in place.

So, now you need to set your eye on something that will make your daily life convenient and comfortable i.e., accessories.

Also, how you want to organize things based on your needs and lifestyle will be facilitated by your choice of the right wardrobe accessories that can make your wardrobe ergonomic.

Here are a few examples of the kind of wardrobe accessories you can consider:

• • Trouser pull out
  • Pull down clothes lift
  • Tie holder
  • Shoe Holder
  • Belt hooks
  • Hook Rail
  • Drawer Organizers

 

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Sliding wardrobe doors- Hardware Brands

The kind of hardware you use will determine the movement of the door panel, and this can have an implication on the space that you have.

Also, since we are living in urban settings, where space is a luxury, we are often constraint by the lack of sufficient spaces.

So, we recommend using sliding wardrobe doors, as they help in saving a lot of space compared to hinged doors, etc.

Even for sliding wardrobe doors, multiple hardware options are available.

Also, your choice of hardware will be determined by the way you want your door to slide, the dimensions & weight of door panels, concealed or visible hardware system.

Ideally, it should slide effortlessly, silently, and with a slight push. It should also have a soft-close feature.

 So, we are presenting some of the options by popular brands but that is just the tip of the iceberg.

 

Hettich

Following are the major types of sliding door hardware provided by Hettich:

 

Topline

 

SysLine

 

Inline

 

SlideLine: Bottom running sliding wardrobe door systems

 

Sliding wardrobe  door systems for customized applications

VerticoSynchro, VerticoMono, HorizonSynchro, KA 5740 :

A single movement of the hand synchronously opens and closes two sliding wardrobe doors in opposite directions.

 

Folding door systems

 

WingLine

All the above options come in multiple variants.

 

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Hafele

Hafele Slido series of wardrobe cabinets are quite sought after. Also, it has multiple variants in classic, design, slider, fold sub-series.

 

 

 

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Sliding wardrobe door designs based on available space

 

Built-in closet

Most commonly seen and preferred by home users across the globe is this type of wardrobe – a Built-In Closet or Fitted Closet.

Also, based on the various choices available in sliding wardrobe doors panels, hardware, and accessories, you can create your own personalized storage space.

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Walk-in closets

If you do not have space constraints and want a great dressing-up experience then this type of closet is best suited for you.

Also, there is so much you can do in terms of design and creativity, especially with walk-in closets.

From customized sliding door panels that conceal the entire dressing-up space from other zones of the house to the dresser, mirrors, accessories, and lights that create the right atmosphere, the possibilities with walk-in closets are unlimited.

 

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Sliding wardrobe designs for sloped ceilings

You can utilize each and every corner of your house to design your personalized storage space with sliding wardrobes and walk-in closets.

We have often seen that there is so much space under a staircase, but utilizing it throws a lot of design challenges. Similar challenges are encountered in areas under sloped ceilings.

But now a lot of creative solutions such as walk-in closets are available to utilize any space available. Moreover, you can use this space by having a sliding wardrobe design customized for such sloped ceilings. Also, you can get a sliding wardrobe for bedroom with sloped ceilings in unique looks.

Furthermore, the sliding wardrobe 3 doors design works efficiently in such places.

 

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Sliding wardrobe designs for corner solutions

Utilizing corners can be tricky at times. But there are lots of smart corner solutions available that enable you to utilize wall corners efficiently and seamlessly.

Also, you can install a sliding wardrobe for bedroom corners and utilize the space properly.

 

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Sliding Wardrobe recommendations (Enquire here)

 

Salice Glow+ Sliding Wardrobe Doors

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Aristo Nova – Champagne Glaze Sliding Wardrobe Door

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Raumplus Walk-in closet

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Offset by Novamobili 

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Green High-Gloss Lacquer by The Wardrobe Co 

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Lustre by Collins

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Multi Forma II by Hulsta

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Breccia by Chaplins

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Conclusion 

Sliding doors can be accommodated in every space setting and look equally appealing. But, you have to understand the functional aspects of sliding doors properly so that you can make full use of the wardrobe. Also, there are many material and finish options for wardrobe doors of sliding and walk-in closets.

From fabric to wooden and glass to 3D digital print wallpapers, the list of door panel surface materials and wardrobe accessories is endless.  So,  you can choose your favorite from them for your sliding or walk-in closets.

The versatility of sliding doors comes not just in their looks but also in their functionality in terms of wardrobe accessories. You can install end-to-end sliding wardrobe doors if you have space crunch or center sliders.

Also, many top-notch brands offer sliding wardrobe door hardware and accessories. So, you get a wide range of options available when it comes to fitting.

Hettich, Hafele, and many other popular brands offer an exclusive sliding wardrobe hardware range.

The positioning of wardrobes always remains a challenge. Also, no one wants to compromise with space.

The issue becomes an additional burden when the space available for installing the wardrobe does not match the basic standards of a wardrobe measurement.

But, the sliding wardrobe designs solve this problem as well. They can be easily fitted in all spaces whether it is below a sloped ceiling or the intersections of the four walls.

The comprehensive information about the wardrobes offered in this article aims to help you make the right choices.

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