Children's wardrobe, key features, pros and cons

When buying children's furniture, most parents pay attention to the appearance of objects, and then to their functionality. For kids it is important that the furniture is appropriate for their age and satisfy the necessary needs. A necessary piece of furniture is a children's wardrobe, which will help fit a large number of things and accessories. We suggest finding out the design features and varieties of models in order to choose the option for your child.

Characteristics

Children's furniture changes much more often than parent furniture. The child is constantly growing and according to his age, it is necessary to select the appropriate headset. The wardrobe for the child’s clothes is immediately selected roomy. While the baby cannot yet pack things up, his parents keep diapers, bedding, and baby clothes there.

As the child grows up, children's wardrobes can change their configuration, complemented by shelves and new compartments. A preschool child stores there not only things, but toys. A schoolboy puts a backpack in his wardrobe, as well as accessories related to a hobby. A teenager needs a more spacious wardrobe, where clothes, hats, accessories will be stored.

It’s not easy to pick up furniture in a nursery when the surroundings and repairs are already done. Modern cabinets for children's clothing have the following characteristics:

stability - this indicator is selected initially, because during the fun the kid accidentally can push the product;
safety - the corners of the model should be rounded;
lack of legs - this criterion is chosen at will, if there are no these elements, the cabinet will become more stable;
natural materials - it is better to place wooden furniture in the nursery;
spaciousness - the presence of a large number of shelves, compartments - a wardrobe with drawers will help to store a large number of things.

In order for the product to be functional and maximally meet the needs of the child, it is important to immediately decide what will be placed in the wardrobe. It is advisable to provide a large compartment for toys - then there is no need to additionally purchase a special chest of drawers.

Varieties

Depending on the size of the room, it is necessary to choose a closet that fits perfectly into the room. Modern manufacturers are engaged in the manufacture of children's wardrobes of several types:

freestanding cabinets;
built-in models;
corner options;
cabinet as part of the furniture design.

Each of these varieties has its own design features, which are worth considering separately.

Built in

Standing separately

Angular

Freestanding wardrobe

The simplest, most popular and affordable option for cabinets for children's clothing is considered a stand-alone element of furniture. It has one important advantage - mobility. When a child grows up, the product can be easily moved to any corner of the room. Among the minuses, it is worth highlighting the large dimensions of the children's wardrobe, so it is not recommended to install it in a too small room.

Structurally, the product can have only wings, and inside it can be divided into several compartments; equipped with a built-in drawer for toys, as well as have mezzanines. According to the design of the doors, the wardrobe can be oar and a compartment - the latter option is more suitable for older children, able to independently open furniture.

Model performance options:

garment with drawers. Externally, the option looks like a chest of drawers combined with a cabinet. The lower part of the product is equipped with several drawers, often two, where it is convenient to place the child’s underwear. The design may contain a sectional division system when the box inside is divided into several compartments. Such a move is ideal for delimiting the internal space;
sectional cabinets with a large number of compartments. Models are relevant when several children live in a room. It is easy to conditionally divide products between two children: it is necessary to purchase cabinets of different colors. Sectional products consist of drawers and sashes. In the upper compartment, clothes on hangers are stored, in the lower compartment - things that can be folded.

When choosing a freestanding wardrobe, pay attention to the boxes being on the line below the child so that he himself can get the necessary accessories.

It is important that the freestanding cabinet has a minimum of fittings - this can provide additional safety for the child. Products are equipped with slots for the baby's hands - this is how you can save space in the room.

Embedded model

Embedded designs are considered a way to save space. The obvious advantage of such a locker is its spaciousness: a large number of items of clothing, accessories, bedding, shoes, sports equipment, toys can be placed inside.

The built-in version of the product can be located both in a niche and in non-standard openings of the room. In this way, the problem of the complexity of using space with difficult geometry is solved. Built-in wardrobe for children - a solution for pantries intended for a dressing room.

We highlight the main advantages of the product:

the ability to place in a niche of any depth;
a variety of choices: a 3-section wardrobe or a model with 4 departments will fit many accessories;
product doors can be hinged or executed as a compartment.

Designers are advised to choose options where you can arrange low doors. It would be better if instead of the wings to hang a small curtain for independent access by the baby.

Corner option

There are two types of models - built-in and stationary. The former are used to fill empty corners when there is no way to install other pieces of furniture nearby. A stationary corner cupboard can be seen in the photo below - it is installed in case of saving space in small children's rooms.

According to the form, corner cabinets are:

d-shaped - models for clothes of the 2-section type, when one of the cabinets is located on a short wall, and the other on a long one. A child will be able to independently access things only at an older age. A low shelf inside the product will help the baby to lay down toys when mom opens the door;
in the form of a trapezoid - it is characterized by 3 walls - two rear panels, one side and the door itself. The latter are performed as a coupe or in swing form. A white trapezoid-shaped wardrobe will fit perfectly into the girl’s room;
five-walled - models consist of four walls and a front door. They are large and roomy. The room where 2 or more children live is perfectly complemented by this product. The internal space is equipped with a retractable storage system in the form of boxes, a large number of shelves, rods and mezzanines. To accommodate a five-wall wardrobe, you need a sufficient area;
diagonal - it is recommended to install these models in unused corners, for example, near the interior door to the nursery. The products cannot boast of a large capacity, but the internal content of the children's wardrobe will be organized at the request of the parents.

Corner options, like other types of designs, are equipped with several sections: a 3-section cabinet will be a good storage for toys, clothes and bedding.

A cabinet as part of a furniture design

The schoolboy’s white headset, supplemented by a wardrobe, is well suited for a child who needs to prepare for classes. Speaking as part of the design, the product fits perfectly into small rooms where every square meter should be used rationally.

For very young children, additional sections of the wardrobe are combined with a changing table and chest of drawers. It’s convenient for mom to change the diaper for the baby and immediately get the necessary accessories from the closet nearby.

It is necessary to install the product included in the design of other furniture along the longest wall in the room. Opposite it is convenient to arrange a crib and a bedside table.

Color spectrum

Children's wardrobe is usually made in a standard rectangular shape. The exceptions are angular models - they are more like triangular options. The height of the product depends on the choice of parents:

cabinets to the ceiling are suitable for older children;
medium-height options are the most common due to the optimal ratio of spaciousness for independent access of the child;
low items are characterized by low height and are suitable for small children.

For the child, white models of cabinets will become appropriate - they do not burden the atmosphere and visually expand the boundaries of the room. Color options should be selected based on the preferences of the baby and the style of the room.

Facade design according to the gender of the child

In multi-section cabinets, there is one advantage: each department has its own style. This is convenient for choosing a facade decor, which is determined depending on the gender of the child. Consider the main design options in different cases.

for girls - little fashionistas like to be near the mirror for a long time, so installing mirror surfaces on the compartment door will be the best solution. If you prefer swing cabinets, it’s fashionable to position the mirror inside one of the wings. White color for women is most preferable, however, two-color options will be used in the original way: for example, white-pink or white-red facade;
for the boy, serious males, even in childhood, remain demanding. Any kid will like it if the cabinet doors are equipped with a print with cars or decorated with stylistic fittings.

Before you get a children's wardrobe - ask your baby about his wishes: let him decide what facade of furniture is most preferable.

Posting Rules

There are several main types of placement of a wardrobe in a children's room:

opposite the bed - this option is appropriate if a 4-section wardrobe is selected. Waking up in the morning and getting out of bed, the child will be able to immediately get the necessary things from the product opposite;
near the window - if the window opening is not located in the entire wall - it makes sense to install a children's wardrobe near it. Well, if the option is white, because sunlight will not be able to illuminate this angle;
near the door - often the layout of the room implies the availability of space near the entrance - it will be an excellent area for placing a wardrobe.

When sectioning the cabinet, pay attention to the quick access to each department. This is very important for sectional models. In this case, do not place other pieces of furniture near the wardrobe so that it is not too low. Do not forget that over time, the child’s bed will change in size, this is also associated with other pieces of furniture. Choose high-quality clothing storage products that will last a long time.