Sliding wardrobe in the hallway: the best models, stylish solutions and design combinations

Characteristics

It is better to choose a spacious wardrobe for a large corridor, where the wardrobe items of all household members will be stored.

The closet should include sections for clothes.

An indispensable attribute in any hallway are shoe shelves, mezzanines, compartments for handbags and gloves.

Basically, sliding wardrobes in a small hallway have doors with mirrors. This saves space and allows you to look around when leaving home.

There are the following types of wardrobes:

Diagonal corner
Modular
Built-in
Corner

Diagonal-angular modifications are analogues of corner models. Their only difference is that they are located in an arc. This cabinet looks much more stylish than a regular corner cabinet with shelves.

The most popular wardrobes on the modern market are modular. Their main difference from others is that their doors are located on sliding runners. A similar design can be installed after moving to a new house or moved to the next room.

Built-in wardrobes with sliding doors are mounted in a wall recess. The peculiarity of such models is that they do not have side walls. The design of the future wardrobe must be carefully considered before ordering a sliding wardrobe for the hallway.

A corner wardrobe in the hallway will harmoniously fit into the interior. Shelves on the sides will decorate the structure.

Corner furniture types

The main advantage of a built-in corner cabinet is its capacity. This will save you from the problems of storing shoes and outerwear and your hall will take on a neat appearance. But there is one caveat: this type of furniture is more suitable for square rooms; in oblong ones it looks awkward. Often, a corner closet in a hallway includes 2 zones: an open one, equipped with shelves and rods on which things are hung, and a blind one for storing clothes.

Materials used

The most expensive material for furniture production is considered to be solid wood. Such products look decent and solid. If there are other pieces of furniture made of this material in the house, then it is advisable to buy a wooden cabinet for the hallway.

Furniture made from chipboard is the most suitable option that any family can afford. The modern composition of chipboard is a durable and moisture-resistant material. Furniture facades made of chipboard are often laminated with veneer made from natural beech, ash and pine.

MDF models are no less popular on the furniture market. MDF facades are in no way inferior in quality and beauty to furniture made from solid wood. They are environmentally friendly, resistant to moisture and pollution. Their surface is so smooth that they can be painted a different color if desired.

As a rule, the ends of models made of MDF and chipboard are covered with a special PVC film. Thanks to this coating, the product takes on a finished and beautifully designed look.

When installing a built-in wardrobe with sliding doors, plasterboard is often used. A profile frame is constructed inside on which parts of the drywall will be attached. This will be followed by finishing in the preferred material.

Dimensions and dimensions of products

If you have the slightest possibility of a hallway compartment, it is better to choose a built-in one. This will allow you to save a decent amount (in such a design there is no need to implement a full-fledged ceiling, floor and back wall), as well as adjust the furniture to the size of a particular room, taking into account all the existing shortcomings. Installing cabinet solutions is not always justified and advisable, especially when it comes to rooms with significant differences in height and uneven walls.

It is necessary to focus on one more important point - in the hallway a wardrobe with a mirror is perceived not as a separate piece of furniture, but as part of the wall, but on the condition that it occupies the entire space from floor to ceiling. If the design is not “full height”, then it seems that the room is incorrect in its configuration, and there will be much less free space inside.

A beautiful white cabinet will be a great complement to glass decorative items. It will fill the room with light and visually “spread the walls”.

The length is selected individually and is not limited in any way. If you wish, you can select one of the walls of the entire corridor for furniture, which is very convenient and practical. As for the height of the structure, its optimal value is 2-2.5 m. In models made to order, it can be 3 m.

The optimal width is a third of the height. These are optimal proportions, which, if desired, can be adjusted in either direction. At the same time, the more deviations from the norm, the higher the likelihood of unforeseen difficulties. If the sash is already 50 cm, then during movement “waves” will appear on the canvas, which can lead to the element falling out of the guides.

Dimensions

The wardrobe can be ordered according to your own design. It is important to remember that the maximum length of the guides is 4.5 m. This means that a vertical support and another guide will be installed. The model is suitable for those customers who want to have a long wardrobe in their home.

The depth of a typical wardrobe is on average 60 cm. But an individual approach is required here. First of all, the footage of the hallway. Furniture with such depth will cover the usable area of the room. Then you should use additional mechanisms and rods, and reduce the width of the cabinet.

Installing cabinets with a depth of less than 40 cm is not effective, since the sliding mechanism is 10 cm deep. The remaining depth of the cabinet will be only 30 cm. In such a space, little can fit, although you will get a narrow wardrobe in the hallway.

Bulky wardrobes with a depth of 80 cm are also impractical. The main inconvenience is that it is difficult to get the things you need.

Types of facades and mirrors

Depending on what kind of design the cabinet has and whether a backlit mirror is attached to it, its facade may also differ. There are two types of facades - solid and framed.

Cabinets equipped with solid fronts are quite popular. Therefore, you can find many different models in the catalog. They all have something in common: the mirror surface must be mounted on a special base, which can be made not only from wood, but also from wood boards.

Although these models have a more impressive weight, which some designers consider a disadvantage, they have increased strength, which increases their service life.

Frame facades are lighter and this is their main advantage. They consist of a frame and a mirror panel, which can be equipped with a variety of inserts. The frame is made from different materials. It can be not only wood, MDF, but also steel. You can also find frames made from aluminum profiles on sale.

Different mirrors are also used to make such cabinets. Even the pattern on the closet mirror can be anything. Typically these are mirrors that are no more than 4 mm thick. They have only two important requirements:

the surface of the mirrors must be perfectly smooth;
the mirror should not distort the image.

The basis is usually glass, which has been previously treated with a special solution. This can be not only an ammonia solution, but also an alloy of titanium and aluminum. The size of the mirror surface depends entirely on the size of the selected model.

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Quite often in the catalog you can find a cabinet model, the facade of which is entirely made of such glass. It can be colored or satin. More expensive models have an unusual design due to the fact that the glass has been sandblasted. It is noteworthy that sandblasting a design on a cabinet mirror is one of the most popular decorations.

When choosing those models of cabinets with mirrors that have been somehow additionally decorated, you must remember that the choice should be made based on the general style of the room.

If the room is decorated in a modern style, then the overly pompous decor of the mirror simply will not fit into the interior. Therefore, it is better to give preference to more restrained decor. This is important, because in this case it will become much easier to create a holistic interior in which all objects will harmoniously combine with each other.

Design

Sliding wardrobes come in a wide variety of shapes. Sometimes the realized design ideas amaze with their beauty.

The most common versions of the design of a sliding wardrobe in the hallway are products with two or three doors. Combinations of veneer and glass are used as decoration.

Another equally popular option is fully mirrored sliding wardrobe doors. They are more expensive than ordinary facades, but such models look simply incomparable. Plus, they increase the space.

A very fashionable trend in design is matte spraying and sandblasting.

Plastic sliding wardrobes are gaining popularity. They look stylish and laconic. Matte, smooth, and luminous decors are available on the market.

An interesting option is to design cabinets from rattan palm. Many buyers have already managed to appreciate the environmentally friendly material.

Eco-leather cabinet options look elegant. They will harmoniously fit into the interior of the bedroom, living room and hallway.

Common entrance hall and corridor

The hallway is the room at the entrance where it is customary to take off outer clothing. A corridor is the space into which the living rooms open. In many modern apartments, the difference between the hallway and the corridor is erased. Because of economy, both territories are combined and sometimes it is not clear where one ends and the other begins.

Finishing

Often both rooms have a common design, uniform design of walls, floor, and ceiling. Some owners try to identify key areas here with the help of decoration. For example, part of the floor near the door is laid with ceramic tiles, and the remaining area is covered with laminate or parquet boards. This allocation of the hallway area is due to the functional features of this room. Ceramic tiles, as they are more resistant to moisture, cleaning, and mechanical damage, will come in handy here.

Designers advise choosing light-colored finishes for a narrow hallway-corridor, as well as using glossy materials. This approach will visually make the room wider. The mirror surfaces of the cabinet doors and just individual mirrors will add volume here.

Lighting

The hallway, which turns into a corridor, should be well lit. Such rooms are mainly made without windows. Therefore, here you can add side lamps located in certain areas to the upper chandelier or a row of spotlights on the ceiling. For example, paired lamps near the mirror will be indispensable for applying makeup. A chain of lamps built into the floor near one of the walls will visually increase the height of the room. And an LED strip running along the baseboards along the perimeter of a narrow hallway will expand the walls and visually increase the space.

Furniture

Not all furniture will fit into the narrow hallway space. It must have a certain width to leave room for movement. Manufacturers offer various options for a modular hallway, the depth of which starts from 30 cm. You only need to select the necessary items for a specific room.

And now let’s move on to furniture, specifically to the wardrobe as the most convenient option for a narrow hallway combined with a corridor.

Styles

This publication has already talked about choosing a wardrobe based on the style of the room. Let's take a closer look.

Wooden furniture is perfect for lovers of the classics.

Eco-leather models fit perfectly into a Baroque style interior

Options with rattan decor are most consistent with ethnic style.

For rooms with an interior in a high-tech or minimalist style, furniture made of chipboard or MDF with mirror inserts will look harmonious.

The very popular loft style involves laconic furniture of geometric shapes, mostly gray colors with metal and glass elements.

The Provence style is characterized by white furniture with an aging effect.

Features of hallways in a narrow corridor

The design of a narrow corridor requires a balance between functionality and visual appeal.

It is very important to plan the entire space so that the environment is as comfortable as possible, and the furniture and decoration last as long as possible

Modern mini-hallways with a rotating mechanism will turn towards the hostess at the right moment with a mirror, a shelf with shoes or a basket for umbrellas. It is not only comfortable and ergonomic, it has no sharp corners.

The rotating mini-hallway is a multifunctional module that allows you to very effectively save space in a narrow corridor

A minimalist-style hallway with hanging modules that seem to float in the air, making a small room more spacious and lighter, will fit perfectly into the interior of a narrow corridor. For such corridors, small-sized furniture with a depth of up to 35 cm is used. The cabinet doors do not take up much space when opened and a mirror can be placed on them. You can put a soft pillow on a low shoe cabinet and use it as a pouf for putting on shoes.

Hallway in minimalist style with a very narrow shoe rack hanging on the wall

If the hallway is so small that even a shallow custom-made cabinet will not fit in it, open forms and ready-made modular options are used. A modular hallway will be a boon to a long corridor with several doors. Modules can be placed based on your own preferences.

On sale you can find narrow shoe racks with a folding shelf mechanism; there are similar cabinets. Models that are completely installed on the floor and do not have legs or are hung on the wall are very convenient. They do not create problems when cleaning the room.

A very small corridor in a panel Khrushchev building can be decorated in a loft style. To do this, it will be enough to install a single metal hanger, consisting of several tiers of hooks for clothes, and its upper part is equipped with hangers for hats. The lower level contains two tiers of lattice shelves for shoes and a small ottoman or stool with forged elements.

A loft-style hanger is usually made on a metal frame and decorated with natural wood.

An elegant wrought-iron basket for umbrellas and a floor mirror with a bronze frame can be a wonderful decorative element in tandem with a stool.

Photo of hallway design for a narrow corridor:

Compact furniture will make the environment comfortable and attractive

Pieces of furniture should fit organically into the interior of the corridor and should not interfere with free movement

The walls should be decorated with decorative bricks, and wooden beams with metal lamps mounted in them can be fixed to the white ceiling. The main disadvantage of such a hallway is that it must be constantly maintained in proper order, otherwise it will look like a dump of things.

To prevent the corridor from looking too gloomy, brick finishing can be used only on one wall, and simply paint the other wall a light color

In older homes with tiny hallways that offer only a small corner space, a floor-to-ceiling corner cabinet with a mirrored door and spot lighting may be the best option.

A convenient addition to such a cabinet will be small corner shelves for placing decorations and small items.

Such a hallway will be very compact, roomy and stylish, and most importantly, it will help maintain order in a miniature room. A small hallway for a narrow corridor should be neat, comfortable, minimalistic, functional and attractive. If the furniture does not allow you to fix a mirror, you can cut several longitudinal mirrors on a free wall, which will radically change the design of the room for the better and expand the space.

Color selection

A wardrobe with sliding doors should be combined in material structure and shade with interior items and wallpaper. The most successful combinations:

White color of different tones;
Gray with lilac and pink;
Brown with green and yellow;
Red with gray;
Purple with orange or gold.

If it is difficult to find your preferred combinations, then you should opt for a mirrored cabinet.

Advantages and disadvantages

Typically, the depth of the cabinet varies between 50 and 60 cm. If this value is only 40 cm, then the furniture can be considered shallow. But even despite this, the cabinet has many advantages.

It really saves space. Even in a large hallway, you want to use the space as rationally as possible. So what can we say about narrow corridors, because you still need to leave room for passage. An extra 10 or 20 cm would be useful here.
If the space inside is properly distributed, it can be quite roomy to easily accommodate everything that is usually kept in the hallway. The shallow depth allows you to view all the contents without wasting time searching or rearranging things.
The wide selection of materials and models is in no way inferior to options with standard depth. The facade part can be absolutely anything; changes will affect only the frame and internal distribution.

Of course, such a shallow closet cannot completely replace an ordinary one - large things will not fit in it, and even ordinary hangers will have to be placed differently or replacements will have to be found. But if there is another place for them in the apartment, in the hallway you can place only the most necessary things and fit into 40 cm.

Location

Before ordering a cabinet, you need to choose a place where it will stand. It is important to take all measurements as accurately as possible. This is especially true for hallways in five-story buildings, where the corridor is so narrow that apart from a corner or two-door cabinet, you can’t put anything else in it.

The wardrobe can also be installed in a special niche. Measurements are also taken in advance and a plan is drawn up.

Choosing a place for a closet in the hallway

First of all, it is not recommended to use light-colored furniture here, since the room is characterized by increased pollution. The appearance of particularly easily soiled models may suffer greatly.

Compact designs with compartment or folding doors fit better into small hallways. They are not so bulky and do not take up space.
In a square corridor, combined or corner furniture would be appropriate.
In narrow long corridors it is better to place them near a short wall.
If there are a large number of doors in the hallway, it is enough to limit yourself to a compact narrow cabinet placed near the front door.

There is often a storage room at the end of hallways. It can be converted into a wardrobe by equipping it with shelves and installing doors.

Interior ideas

There are plenty of variations in hallway design. Let's list just a few:

Elegant wardrobe made of ash-colored MDF. Shiny surfaces add richness to the product.

A mirrored version of the cabinet will perfectly expand the space.

Photo printing is a popular way to coat a mirror and is a great idea for a wardrobe in a hallway. The applied paintings will add visual depth to the wardrobe.

The option with side shelves will save a lot of space. The softness of the hallway will be created by special lamps mounted on the top of the cabinet.

The ornate structure of rattan furniture will add sophistication to the overall interior.

A cool version made of plastic design will suit purposeful people. The predominant shades should be kept in muted tones.

Choosing a wardrobe is both a labor-intensive and a lot of fun task. The owner receives not only convenience and comfort, but also a stylish piece of furniture.

Beautiful examples in the interior

The second half of the last century was characterized by the construction of the so-called “Khrushchev buildings”. A huge number of families who once lived in communal apartments suddenly acquired their own living space. Architects of that time did not think much about the size of the hallway, and it was because of this that housewives were deprived of their own corner. Modern designers have been able to solve this problem, and now many cabinets in the hallway are equipped with a dressing table and ottoman.

Many people think that the purpose of a closet in a small hallway is purely practical. And they don't consider furniture from an aesthetic point of view. But modern materials allow you to play with space in the right way.

If there is an empty niche in the apartment, then you can make a spacious dressing room out of it. On the one hand, you can remove all outer clothing from prying eyes, and on the other hand, all communications, including telephone wires and cable television wires.

If there is no niche in the apartment, you can always find a place for a bedside table or chest of drawers in addition to the closet. A free-standing hanger for light outerwear also looks beautiful.

If you have a long corridor, purposefully install a wardrobe with a mirror on swing doors. Thanks to this placement, the space even in a narrow corridor visually doubles.

Give preference to light colors. Remember that if you have a closet made in dark colors, additional lighting is necessary, otherwise the hallway will resemble a closet.

Remember that cabinets with open storage systems require not only careful surface care, primarily wet and dry cleaning, but also seasonal renewal of items. Winter clothes hanging on a hanger in the summer will look absurd. Therefore, it is advisable to have additional wardrobes or closets for storing unused outerwear.

If the space in the hallway allows you to place an umbrella stand, then by all means take advantage of it. Firstly, it will complement the design of the decor, and, secondly, it will allow you not to forget the umbrella in cloudy weather. Additional space for storing various small items - a bunch of keys, newspapers or advertising flyers and business cards - would also be useful.

In many apartments, power meters have been moved from the landing to their own corridor. Intercom tubes have been installed, and in some places security equipment has been installed. Thanks to the cabinet in the hallway, all wires and sensors can be easily hidden from the eyes of guests.

The main problem of small hallways is the limited space for furniture. Most of the proposed solutions sold in furniture stores are not suitable for a small hallway. But the buyer always has the choice and opportunity to assemble his own hallway, adhering to the general style of the room. The key in a small hallway will always be a closet.

Remember that in addition to the functional component, aesthetic appearance also plays an important role in this matter. It’s not for nothing that people say that people are greeted by their clothes, from which one can easily conclude that an opinion about the owner of an apartment is made by his hallway.

You will learn more about how to choose a cabinet for a small hallway in the following video.

Photos of wardrobes in the hallway

Tips for choosing a wardrobe design

To make the optimal choice of this product, you should study the relevant literature on this issue.

Functional purpose. The primary task will be to determine the place, method and volume of storing things, as well as the characteristics of the things themselves. Single-section storage is unacceptable if there is a large variety of them. The order of placing things must be brought to some kind of system that facilitates free access to them. At the same time, maintaining their isolation from each other is a prerequisite.
Material. Must have the maximum level of environmental safety. Toxicity and other emissions hazardous to health must be excluded. This will have a greater impact on the cost, but the choice in this case will be between health and harm to it.
Shape and color. These factors depend solely on the taste of the customer. It is generally accepted to select a color that fits into the surrounding color scheme. Contrasting design solutions are possible. Due to space saving, it is advisable to place the mirror directly on this furniture.

One of the options for placing a wardrobe in the hallway is shown in the following video:

In a small hallway or corridor

If there is no free space in the hallway, the optimal choice is a wardrobe with parameters designed for a specific location. The depth and width of the rods are calculated taking into account the parameters of the free area. This placement will allow you to use the maximum possible space for storing things.

If ready-made product samples are placed in such conditions, you should be prepared for difficulties when fitting them into the interior.

Sliding wardrobe as an interior element

This product may be part of an already developed furniture group. Such groups are distinguished by an original approach to the arrangement of storage areas and a unique design. With the advent of this product, the hallway will sparkle with new colors. If necessary, this product is modified according to the client's requirements and his view of functionality.

Everyone has their own concept of comfort, which designers are called upon to satisfy. Together with engineers, they will develop a unique style of furniture group that will occupy your hallway.

Author: Sergey Vladimirovich, electrical engineer. More about the author.

Design of a narrow hallway in a modern style

A variety of styles can be classified as modern; when choosing, there is scope for the customer’s imagination. Popular destinations:

Modern classic. Solid wood furniture with glass, bronze fittings, laconic finish. Bronze or crystal figurines, stucco molding, paintings, floor or wall mirrors in wide frames, and banquettes are used for decoration. Colors: brown, beige.
Loft. A combination of wood and metal, decorating walls with brick, tile, imitation wood. The floor is most often covered with tiles, stone or boards. The room is decorated with metal products, new designer mirrors in metal frames. Colors - white, gray, black, brown.
High tech. Glass or glossy coating or metal is used. The main rule of this style is minimalism. Colors: white, grey, metallic, black.
Provence style. Everything is made of wood, the floor is in the same style. Decorated with accessories such as clocks, wall key holders, umbrella stands, cozy poufs, mirrors in wooden frames. Colors: vanilla, soft blue or pink, olive.

Important!
It is worth paying attention to the lighting of the space. With the help of light, you can create accents in the interior; it makes it more convenient to dress and apply makeup.

Mixed styles are often used, matching the overall tone of all rooms in a house or apartment.