Bedroom cupboards are sometimes referred to as wardrobes, and since the mid-1600s the bedroom cupboard has housed our clothes and shoes with pride. Sometimes wardrobes are overlooked and hidden when it comes to bedroom décor; there is however, a large variety of choices available.
In the 1600s clothes were folded, even in large cupboards as folded clothes were a sign of wealth.
Types of Cupboards
- Walk-in Closet
- If you have the space, this is the most ideal clothing storage solution in which you can effectively arrange a combination of drawers and shelves. An assortment of space-saving accessories are available on the market, such as; pull-out shoe drawers, special pants rails and detachable rails used to reach clothes high up in the cupboard.
- Built-in Cupboards
- You may think that built-in cupboards are expensive and unattractive, but these days, there are more creative finishes, especially for cupboard doors. The most economical finish is melamine, which has the option of wood look-a-like. A more expensive option is veneer and coloured and frosted glass doors.
- Freestanding Wardrobes
- Freestanding wardrobes can be a bold décor statement and are often the focal point in a room. They are still highly popular, especially with people that prefer antiques and wooden furniture. Modern freestanding wardrobes are also available and are great for smaller rooms where there is no space for wall to wall cupboards.
- Do-it-yourself Cupboards
- Installing the cupboards yourself will save you money and many large hardware stores and specialist stores stock a range of affordable units. These come in standard sizes and are finished in various colours of attractive melamine. Coloured or matt glass doors are also available, but are more expensive than melamine. There is also a wide range of bedroom cupboard handles available.
- Open Closet
- If you can keep it tidy, then an open cupboard is a strong décor signature. It lets you show off your most stunning outfits and gorgeous shoes, while at the same time allowing the wardrobe to become an extension of your décor.
The trend is definitely towards cupboards that blend in with the overall décor of the room.
Cupboard Space
In a small room there is little space to roam freely. Standard built-in cupboards with hinged doors reduce this space quite significantly, especially when the cupboard doors are opened. By converting the hinged doors to sliding doors you will be able to create more space in the room and also improve the resale value of your home. With the extra space you could even turn a single bedroom into a double bedroom.
Looking for free standing bedroom cupboards diy. something with drawers or chest of drawers with them.
The pig lady on 07/03/2010
could you please let me know where the sliding meganism can be bought or contact me for a quote
heinrich on 10/03/2010
need a qoute for sliding doors for cupboards
fayaaz fakir on 05/05/2010
need a qoute for sliding doors for cupboards
fayaaz fakir on 05/05/2010
Hi, I need a quote for a 6 door white cupboard 3m x 2m
Shahista on 17/05/2010
pLEASE COULD i HAVE A QUOTE FOR A FREE STANDING WARDROPE - SPACE SAVER
RENELLE on 24/06/2010
Quote:
I two wardrobes with the following dimensions: width x length x height = 600 mm x 2000 mm x 2380mm. I am unable to specify the material, perhaps you can quote me on various materials that you use.
L Magadla on 30/06/2010
The arragement of a bedroom has a large role to play in the mood and ambience of the bedroom
Regards/-
Jason Webb
Jason Webb on 16/08/2010
I would like to enquire what the prices range from for built in bedroom cupboard.
Best Regards
Veronique
veronique on 06/12/2010
I need a quote for sliding cupboards.
Refilwe on 08/12/2010
I would like to have quote for bedroom wardrobes( glass sliding door)
Brenda on 28/12/2010
Need quote for new Bedroom cupboards
Beverley Grant on 12/01/2011
Good day
Please could you assist in quoting on my walk-in dressing room, Linen cupboard and 2 vanities (They are built in they just need a shelve and the doors).
Brenda on 22/02/2011
I'd like a quote for Sliding Door B.I.C's
Christopher Smith on 28/02/2011
Please could you kindly assist on quoting me on built-in wardrobes. the rooms are not very big so i would like something that won't take up a lot of space. tell me more about sliding doors
Eve Nyadore on 07/03/2011
Need assitance to finish off a DIY cupboard we tried to install at home.....a contact telephone number and name for someone to help?
Monica O'Shaughnessy on 18/05/2011
Hi I would like quote and or options on a total refit of my existing cupboards
Ian on 28/06/2011
I am looking for built-in-cupboards for the bedroom with sliding doors.
Masoeda on 25/10/2011
Looking for wardrobe sliding doors and mechanisms
Oupa on 24/10/2011
please provide quote for sliding doors i.e 6door cupbord
Sinki on 14/11/2011