Swing Cabinets

Built-in wardrobes and coupe models in modern interiors look stylish and original, but the furniture attribute with classic hinged doors does not cease to be popular among buyers. This is due to the convenient design, reliability, the presence of special compartments and various parts. Oar cases have interesting design registrations, at the same time their price remains available to everyone, unlike other modern models.

Advantages and disadvantages

Modern wardrobes fit harmoniously into any room design due to the huge variety of models. Such attributes can be put in the living room in a modern style, a bedroom with a classic design and even a children's room. They will have a presentable appearance, while remaining comfortable and roomy.

In addition, these products have a number of other advantages:

  • Mobility of models allows you to rearrange them from one place to another, thereby changing the appearance of the room.
  • Different internal filling allows you to store outerwear, bedding, shoes and other necessary things.
  • A variety of designs - from classic to minimalist style.
  • The choice of sizes is very wide: a small attribute with one leaf (door) or a spacious product with five doors.
  • The possibility of combining materials and design.
  • The ease and lack of noise when opening the valves, which is very important when arranging a room for rest.
  • Reasonable price: compared with wardrobes, swing models cost much less than their demand.

There are also negative aspects of swinging cabinets, which are not very many against the background of all the advantages. One of the drawbacks is the inconvenience of installing them in narrow corridors and other rooms with a small area. Doors that need to be plowed will block the entire passage.

If the room has an uneven floor, then the location of the furniture set will be asymmetrical,which will cause certain problems when opening and closing the valves. However, this issue is easily solved with the help of special legs.

Kinds

Swing furniture will be a good addition to the interior of the room, you just have to choose the right model. Such cabinets can be installed as a separate attribute or included in the furniture composition with bedside tables, chest of drawers, racks. There are design products that are specially created for the customer’s order - they can be supplemented with some components, have a certain coloring, consist of the desired materials. For luxurious interiors there are luxury cabinets made of expensive materials.

All models are divided into several types, depending on their functionality, size, internal filling, etc. According to the type of construction, hinged cabinets are angular, radial, rectilinear. Combined attributes can include several components at once, which increases their functionality.

Depending on the number of doors (sashes), all models are divided into the following:

  • Single door. Another name for such a product is a pencil case. It is used to store clothes and is suitable for small premises.
  • Double doors will be appropriate for small apartments. Their straightforward design will allow you to save enough space in the room.
  • Three-leaved and four-leaved. Such models are suitable for rooms of large areas. Due to their massiveness, they are often equipped with mezzanines for storing seasonal items or blankets.
  • Five-door. Harmoniously fit into spacious rooms, country houses with high ceilings and wide walls. This model is similar to the wardrobe, since the number of existing compartments allows you to store bed linen and other accessories, outerwear and casual clothes, etc. in it.

To destination hinged cabinets are:

  • Dressage. The task of such attributes is to keep things in a suspended state. This may be not only outerwear (jackets, windbreakers, raincoats), but also dresses, shirts, etc.
  • Linen. Designed to store home textiles. Such a separation from other things for hygienic standards is correct.
  • Bookshots are the best option for hosting a home library.

If it is possible to install not a single-door or two-door model, but to purchase a whole set of furniture elements, attention should be paid to the modular swing attribute.It consists of several modules that can be removed / added if desired, or change the interior. Such furniture is very comfortable, so it is very popular.

There is also cabinet furniture, which differs from modular in that it includes standard equipment. It looks stylish and modern, so it can fit into any interior.

Equipment

Furniture with hinged doors has a different configuration: it depends on the stylistic direction of the model, its purpose and location. Each style has its own canons regarding the entire premises and its components. Accessories will also play an important role, which will set the tone for the entire product. Wardrobe closet directions minimalism, as a rule, is not equipped with handles, has a minimum number of drawers and shelves. The classic model has not only a luxurious appearance, but also a “rich” internal content. It can be equipped with a dresser, which will accommodate underwear and various things to sleep.

Attributes intended for storing clothes are often equipped with shelves and a barbell (for shirts, dresses, blouses, etc.) or loops (for outerwear).In addition, they are complemented by different baskets and drawers, which can be deep (for bulky items) or shallow (for socks, handkerchiefs, underwear), pull-out or retractable. By the way, the second option has complex design features, so it will cost more.

It should also be remembered that for ease of use the largest boxes are located at the bottom, and the small ones should be on top. You can also choose from narrow models for offices that have only shelves - they store documents and other papers.

Filling

Earlier, only wardrobes and special dressing rooms were equipped with modern storage systems for various items. Now she has become a familiar part of swing models, so that all the internal space is fully involved, and each clothing has its place to accommodate, which is very convenient.

This piece of furniture has a standard content, but you can independently choose the desired attributes for the placement of clothing and other things.

To do this, you need to know what can be located inside the product:

  • Shelves for the location of the desired items of clothing.Not only their quantity is selected, but also the size, color, and shape.
  • Branch for hangers or hooks for coats, jackets, raincoats and other outerwear.
  • Special hangers for umbrellas, purses, ties, hats and other things.
  • Separate section to accommodate various shoes.

Swing models can be equipped with removable shelves or retractable rods that allow you to store clothes in a suspended or folded position.

A special compartment with many shelves can be used for towels, household items and other accessories. And thanks to mobile organizers for drawers, it is possible to sort out linen or other items of clothing.

Styles

Swing cabinets are created by manufacturers in different styles, so that buyers have the opportunity to purchase the model that best fits into the interior. You can choose the symmetry and severity of classicism, the majesty and luxury of the Empire, the modest magnificence of minimalism, the creativity of the direction of high-tech, etc. Each style has its own characteristics that are taken into account when performing swinging products:

  • Classic. The classic style wardrobe has an elegant design with regular geometric shapes. Most often, this furniture is made of natural wood expensive species, but this material may be replaced by cheaper paintings (chipboard, MDF).
  • Art Deco. Attributes combine elements of classic, modern and avant-garde, demonstrating all the sophistication and luxury. They always present pretentiousness and functionality of components.
  • Country The main features of the direction are simplicity, natural shades, practicality. The model in country style will not be equipped with mirrors, supplemented with carvings or other decor, but will become a stylish furniture set in the interior.
  • Loft. It has something similar to the previous style because of the simplicity in design. However, this direction always implies a massive attribute, a combination of wood and metal, which looks very interesting, the use of neutral colors.
  • Provence. Cabinets in this direction are distinguished by bright colors and practicality. They are always a lot of drawers, shelves and other compartments for storage. The appearance of these products embody the old days.
  • Minimalism. This style involves a model without handles with clear and straight lines, modern design and improved technical components.

Wardrobe closet is universal in that it can fit not only into modern interiors, but will also be appropriate in the areas of classics, art deco, etc.

Forms

A variety of forms of swing models allows you to install them in almost any corner of the room.

The following attributes are provided for selection:

  • Straight lines Differ in spaciousness, versatility. Suitable for spacious rooms.
  • Corner. L-shaped products perfectly save space in small rooms, replacing the whole dressing room.
  • Radius. One of the sides of such cabinets is round, which gives the attribute a stylish and modern look. Such cabinets are often narrow, so fit perfectly in a small room.
  • Combined. This option combines several forms in one model at once: an angular product with a radial hinged door or a simple wardrobe with a chest of drawers.

The form of swing furniture should be selected in accordance with the size of the room and its design features.

After all, for a room in a classic style, where clear and straight lines are in priority, a model with beveled corners is not suitable, and wardrobes with a large number of handles, shelves, drawers and other components are unacceptable for minimalism.

Dimensions

The parameters of the swing closet should be calculated taking into account the area of ​​the room where it will be located. It takes into account the height of the ceiling, the length of the wall and the distance from it to other pieces of furniture.

For spacious rooms, a large attribute would be appropriate, which will stretch across the wall: such a product can accommodate the wardrobe of the whole family, from outerwear to personal items. For smaller spaces, narrow or angular models will be suitable, the depth of which will be no more than 60 cm.

It is also important to take into account that each cabinet has a different depth, and it will affect the internal content of the attribute.

Materials

Shkf with hinged doors are made of different materials.

The most common are the following:

  • Solid wood (oak, walnut, beech, etc.). Natural wood products are durable and reliable, but expensive. They are more suitable for rooms made in the classical style or art deco.
  • LDSP. The most common version of the manufacture of the cabinet.The material is of high quality, with low cost.
  • MDF. It is also a great alternative to natural wood. Looks like previous material, but more durable.
  • Veneer. It is a thin sheet of wood. Attribute of veneer includes canvas from laminated chipboard or MDF with a natural coating. Such material gives more opportunities for the embodiment of interesting design decisions.

In addition to the listed materials, a wardrobe can be made of plasterboard. Often the doors of such models are made of glass and are complemented with metal inserts. Such glass attributes harmoniously fit into the interior in the style of hi-tech and minimalism.

Colors and facade design

The usual model of the cabinet with hinged doors is wooden. The colors of such attributes are usually neutral or light: white, black, beige, wenge, milk oak, walnut, alder, etc. Such furniture in a bedroom or hall can have a mirrored door so that the owner (or hostess) always has opportunity to evaluate your attractive look. The mirror can be located not only outside, but also inside.

Modern hinged attributes are made of completely different materials: transparent or frosted glass, enamel, have a mirror coating or fabric lining.All of this can be combined with wood or metal inserts and is more suited to high-tech, modern, fusion, etc. styles. Models with glass hinged doors are often colored and solid in combination with different shades.

Manufacturers of some models decorate the facade of the door with a photo print, pattern, completely cover it with a fabric or thin edging along the edges, even decorate it with wallpaper. However, when changing the interior, you will have to change the facade of the attribute.

Manufacturers

Wardrobe should not only have an attractive design of the facade, but also be created from quality materials to be able to serve its owner for more than one year. For this it is important to pay attention to the manufacturer.

Among popular countries and their brands, the following are in demand:

  • Spain: Egelasta, Panamar, Monrabal Chirivella;
  • Ukraine: Gerbor, EmbaWood;
  • Italy: Mario Villanova, Maronese Venier;
  • Germany: Rauch.

European states produce high-quality furniture, but in this matter Ukraine is not inferior, whose brands have already won the trust of many buyers. Among the countries of Europe are popular swing attributes of Spain. They successfully combine the quality of the product and its original design.

Due to the variety of models, everyone will be able to choose the option that most harmoniously fits into the interior of the room.

Russian manufacturers often make cabinets of individual sizes for each room specifically. One of these cabinets can be viewed on the video below.

Where to put?

When choosing a cabinet with hinged doors, you should consider in which room it will be located, because the internal content of the attribute and its design features depend on it.

  • In the bedroom you can buy corner models, as they save space. If the room is small, single- or double-winged attributes would be appropriate, where bed linen and other bedding can fit. Mirrors on the facade of the doors will visually increase the space and will be an interesting addition to the interior.
  • For the living room is more often chosen wardrobe with two doors with shelves inside. There can fit a home library, various souvenirs and other items. In this case, you should purchase a model with glass doors through which you can see its fullness.
  • If you need a product in the hallway, it is better to choose a closet with a mezzanine and a section for shoes. Mirrors on the doors will help to have a perfect view before going out.
  • In the nursery should install a swing model based on the area of ​​the room, because for the child it is important to have free space for games. It is better to purchase an attribute with multiple shelves or drawers, so that it is convenient to fold clothes, sorting them. However, you should consider the age of the baby. Teenagers are more likely to have a closet with a mezzanine and other devices for storing outer and formal clothes, belts, ties, etc.
  • In a large private house (cottage) with a staircase to the second floor, you can efficiently use the free space under it by placing a wardrobe there. It is better to make an individual order, so that the attribute is clearly located under the stairs. It usually stores seasonal clothing, bags, and more.
  • But for small rooms a swing model in a niche would be an excellent option. The wardrobe in this case will take up a lot of space.

Beautiful options in a stylish interior

Wardrobe can be not only practical furniture, but also an interesting addition to the stylish interior of the room.In this case, it is important to choose the right model for the design of the room: by color, parameters, decor elements, etc.

Here are the beautiful options in the interiors:

  • Fans of the classical style prefer to decorate their apartments with such attributes with hinged doors.
  • Products with a mirror facade and a pattern on it look creative.
  • Children's models also look beautiful in the room.
  • Interesting colored products in the interior.
  • And here is what the corner options look like.

If the wardrobe is successfully combined with other furniture and with the interior as a whole, then in your apartment you can create an atmosphere of comfort and harmony.

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