The need for careful storage of things is always relevant. Properly equipped dressing room will help to satisfy her. Its installation will allow you to organize things and decorate the interior of the room. Dressing rooms have a high level of practicality and provide comfort to the residents of the house.
It can be placed in any room of the house: bedroom, living room, hall, but the most practical option is to install it in the corridor, because in this case the dressing room will not "load" the interior of other rooms, square meters of which can be used for other purposes. In addition, if it is located at the exit, it is very convenient, because outerwear, outdoor accessories (umbrellas, bags) and shoes are somehow stored in the corridor, and if there is a dressing room, they will always be ordered and always at hand. And there will be order in the corridor itself, because all the little things will be hidden in the dressing room.
How to choose the right option, install it, choose a design for the interior of the corridor and use every centimeter to good use, is described in the article.
Types of dressing rooms
Installation of wardrobes is becoming more and more fashionable trend nowadays. Therefore, furniture stores are simply full of them with various options. The most common of them are presented in the classification below.
Depending on the type of door there are dressing rooms:
- with hinged doors,
- with sliding (wardrobe-coupe).
Depending on the type of shelves there are dressing rooms:
- with open shelves,
- or closed.
Depending on the location there are dressing rooms:
- wall-mounted,
- corner,
- in a niche.
Wardrobe with hinged doors
This variation is very common. This is due to the fact that such dressing rooms fit perfectly into the classic interior. Swing doors to the dressing room in the corridor provide reliable protection of things from insects, dust and sunlight. They are also useful in that you can hang small accessories or a hanger on their inside. Prices for this type are often affordable.
Such wardrobes are rarely installed in the corridors, since it is inconvenient to open and close their doors - they take up free space.
Wardrobe with sliding doors
To save space, it is not necessary to install a small dressing room in the corridor - it is worth considering the option with sliding doors. They save space and do not interfere when open. Their capacity is quite large. The absence of handles and sharp corners is a great advantage (especially for a family with small children), because they are not traumatic. In addition, you can install a large mirror on the sliding doors - this is very convenient, because right before the exit you can evaluate your appearance.
This wardrobe option also has disadvantages: sliding doors are steam and smoke permeable. If the corridor is located next to the kitchen, then it is not recommended to install such a dressing room in it. Any door makes sounds when opening and closing, but for sliding doors it is long and can cause discomfort. The door mechanism is short-lived - quickly loosened, although it is easy to replace.
Closet with open shelves
People often try to hide the contents of their closets, but there is also a wardrobe option with open shelves - with a complete or partial absence of facade details, i.e. they consist of shelves and dividing walls. In the partial absence, the upper and lower parts are closed. This is very convenient, because changing clothes takes little time - all clothes are visually accessible. This version of dressing rooms is unusual and original: they will decorate the corridor, create an atmosphere of comfort.
Open shelves visually increase the area, so it is recommended to install such dressing rooms in a narrow corridor. In addition, it will be convenient to put on or put in order shoes, because often there is a seat along such models.
The disadvantages of this option include the fact that things on the shelves are not protected from dust,ultraviolet and exposure to pets (if any). Yes, and you will have to spend a lot of time maintaining order, because all things are in sight. Material costs will also be required - for decent accessories (the same hangers, boxes and baskets).
Closet in niche
A dressing room built into a niche is a very good option, because when it is installed, the integrity of the space is not violated. But even if there is no niche, then you can create its appearance - to finish the side wall of the dressing room, like the walls of the corridor (this trend is now very fashionable). This option is very stable due to its location.
You can save money and not make the case a dressing room (they will serve as niche walls). But in this case, the walls will be significantly damaged during installation.
A built-in wardrobe is the most rational use of a niche, but it is almost impossible to find the right size in furniture stores - you will have to make it to order, spend additional money on both purchase and installation.
Corner dressing room
Installing a corner dressing room in the hallway looks unusual and elegant. This is a roomy storage system, but often it looks bulky and massive. To avoid this, you need to alternate open zones with closed ones, install large mirrors.
In the corridor, a corner dressing room should be installed only if it is wide, because this type takes up a lot of space. Find the right sizedifficult, so often such wardrobes are made to order, and at the same time more time is spent waiting and money. In addition, it is most likely impossible to move it anywhere (due to the dimensions specially selected for a specific angle), so it is stationary.
Installing a dressing room
The service can be provided in specialized stores, but self-installation will help save money. If the system is small and uncomplicated, then it is worth trying to fix it yourself.
Installation is carried out according to the drawing. The main thing is to think about how to make a dressing room in the corridor, foresee everything and mark it out in advance.
First, the carrier rail is attached (then other elements of the dressing room will be hung on it. For installation, you will need dowels, a drill, a level, a pencil for marks. The main rail is attached in a horizontal position.
Fasteners need to be selected depending on what material the wall is made of. Hinged guides are installed on the carrier rail (taking into account the desired composition).
Then shelves, rods, gratings, brackets made of chipboard are mounted on the same rails. When installing the bars, you need to consider how much space should be for outerwear.
The simplest standard shelving needs 2 side pieces, 2 L-widths and 2 T-widths. Wheels or feet are put on the front (if provided).
You can mount baskets in the finished rack.
For self-installation mesh systems and slim systems -the simplest. They are assembled according to the instructions.
Facade materials
As for the materials from which the dressing room facade is made, there are many of them, there are no restrictions on cost - a large selection of both expensive and cheap materials. The most commonly used are MDF, chipboard, plastic, natural wood, perforated metal, glass.
You can combine different facade materials (for example, wood and glass).
Wardrobes made of plastic are inexpensive, so their choice is simply huge.
Such a material as wood is a classic that will fit into any interior.
If chipboard is used for manufacturing, then it is pre-laminated, and MDF can be decorated to your liking - paint or draw on it.
Design
The design of the dressing room in the hallway should be similar to the style of the interior in which it is located. In addition, if she stands at the entrance to a house or apartment, then people pay attention first of all to her, forming the first impression. And, despite the fact that its main function is to store clothes, the choice of design must be approached with all seriousness.
The design of the dressing room depends on the stylistic direction of the apartment, the size and layout of the corridor and the personal preferences of the owner. It is complemented by a variety of fittings, decorated mirrors, lighting, glass shelves and racks.
If you install a dressing room with glass doors in the corridor, this will increase its space. These doors are decorated with patterns and drawings (either with your own hands or purchased alreadyfinished).
An interesting design solution is a facade with photo printing. Any photo can be applied. In this case, the dressing room will become the central object that attracts the attention of guests. Natural motifs are popular: images of thin graceful branches with leaves and buds, large flowers.
An exclusive and unique dressing room will be made by stained glass drawings that you can apply yourself. You can also use pseudo-stained glass - stick a film with drawings.
Doors made from combinations of different inserts (for example, a combination of geometric shapes at different angles) are an original solution. You can decorate the dressing room with a panel.
Matte or glossy surface finish will look stylish.
A dressing room made of wood will suit any style, and made of metal - a loft or high-tech style.
As for color, it is better to choose light colors (yellow, light green, beige, blue), because they visually expand the space, which is important for the corridor.
The most popular color is brown, it will fit into any interior. No less common are black and white, but it is better to add additional details or inserts to them so that dressing rooms do not look boring. For example, vinyl stickers. They are small, and may occupy the entire area of the door.
Zones
The dressing room is divided into 3 zones:
- In the lower zone there are shoes, bags, heavy and rarely used items (for example, bed linen). It is at a height of approximately 10 to 70 cm from the floor.
- Frequently used items are located in the middle zone on hangers and shelves. This part is between 70 and 170 cm from the floor.
- On the upper zone are hats and, again, rarely used items. For example, out-of-season clothes can be placed here on the mezzanine. The upper zone is located at a height of 170 cm and up to the ceiling.
In addition to the upper, middle and lower zones, you can allocate a place for each family member. In this case, the zoning will not be horizontal, but vertical, for example: in the dressing room on the right - women's things, on the left - men's, and in the middle - children's.
Closet fittings
In order for every centimeter of the dressing room to be used, you need to properly organize its space and choose the internal content that will help you properly place all things, rationally using the place.
The main parts for the storage system are rails for hangers with clothes, shoe racks, hooks for bags and umbrellas and shelves. Additional details include:
- pantographs, crossbars, bars,
- boxes, boxes, baskets,
- trousers,
- accessory hangers,
- sections for placing sports equipment and householdhome appliances,
- safe (in some models it is provided).
Closet Secrets
When arranging it is worth providing lighting. This is necessary so that in a hurry you can easily find the right things or notice a stain or a hole in your clothes in time. It is recommended to install spotlights in the dressing room.
Ventilation is also an important condition. This will help preserve the appearance of things, avoid unpleasant odors that may occur due to stagnation of air. Particular attention should be paid to this if out-of-season clothes are stored in the dressing room.
If we talk about the size of the shelves, then their height should be approximately 35-40 cm, depth - from 40 cm, width 50-60 cm. 2 piles of clothes will fit on such shelves. In this case, you need to install the upper shelves 4.5 cm above the clothes rail, so that it is convenient to remove the hangers.
Save space in your dressing room by installing 2 rods (one higher than the other) for storing short items.
The inside should be easy to clean as it will get dirty a lot.
Choosing and arranging a dressing room in the hallway is a difficult process, but the result is worth it - all things will be at hand. Proper zoning, equipment and arrangement is the key to comfort. Surely there is a corner for her in the room. And then it's a matter of taste - there are a lot of materials and accessories.
