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Sliding Wardrobe Doors Buying Guide

Discover how to choose the right size and design to make the most of available space and enhance any room with this sliding wardrobe doors buying guide. These fittings can make a noticeable difference to the layout of a room, such as creating a valuable area for storing clothes, accessories, children's toys, and much more. This joinery buying guide also shows how to use them to create a stylistic statement, from mirrored sliding wardrobe doors that make areas appear large and open, to paneled, timber options that hark back to interiors of the past.

What Are The Benefits?

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Save Your Space

Create an open look with sliding wardrobe doors, which maximise available space. This is useful in small rooms, where the location of other furniture might make the full swing of a door tricky.

Use Throughout The Home

Using sliding fixtures is a great way to keep clutter hidden. They can also be used in rooms with sloped ceilings and throughout the home, such as offices or playrooms.

Easy To Install

Sliding mechanisms make them easy to incorporate into any layout. They come supplied with all necessary fittings, ensuring parts are compatible, and speeding up the installation.

What Are The Different Types Of Sliding Fixtures?

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Mirrored

The reflective surface of mirrored fronts create a bright and spacious feel that makes them useful in small areas or where natural light is limited. They can also be used alongside light fittings as a contrast to a darker design.

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Panelled

With a simple design, choose a coloured or wood-effect finish to easily coordinate with other furniture. The variety of options will complement or enhance a room's decor, such as using an oak finish for a rustic charm within a simple scheme.

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Colours

Grey

The neutral tones of grey blend effortlessly in any decor. Paired with a mirrored front, grey fixtures provide an effective contrast by adding a splash of light to a darker design.

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Oak

Oak finishes add a natural element to any room. Pair with matching furniture for a cohesive, organic appearance, or use as a anchor in bolder schemes.

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White

White doors have a simple finish that complement any interior. The bright look makes rooms feel open and create a spacious atmosphere that suits modern decors.

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Planning Considerations For Sliding Fixtures

Track Sets And Gears

Choosing the right fixtures is essential to ensuring it operates smoothly. Gears are fixed to the top of the panel to help it open, while tracks are floor-mounted to ensure precise movement.

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Soft-close Units

Fitted to the top of a wardrobe, soft-close mechanisms prevent slamming. This reduces noise and can minimise damage occurring over time – useful for protecting mirrored fronts.

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Creative Organisation

By adding accessories, the available space can be divided into sections to better organise items. This includes hanger bars for clothes and drawer fittings or shelves for large belongings.

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