You can store things a lot more and use up as much space as possible with fitted wardrobes — in corners or small spaces. If you have the right equipment and a little strategy, you can make a custom wardrobe for your home.
- Plan and Measure Your Space
Reduce the Space: Determine the height, width and depth of the space you will put the wardrobe.
Additional Design Considerations: Decide on the design of the wardrobe—should it be with hanging rails, shelves, drawers, or a combination?
Plastics: Choose solid materials like MDF, plywood, or pre-cut wood for frame and doors.
- Gather Tools and Materials
You’ll need:
– Measuring tape and pencil
– Cutting ( hand saw or circular saw)
– Drill and screws
– Wood panels or MDF board The Material.
– Door latches, sliding tracks or door opening mechanisms.
– Rods, drawers, shelves, drawer hardware.
– Level and square
– Sandpaper and paint (optional)
- Build the Frame
– Make the Base and Top: Route and piece pieces of wood for base and top frame.
– Vertical Supports: Attach vertical side panels to the bottom and top, level everything.
– Back Panel (Optional): Install a thin panel to the back to keep it clean and stable.
- Install the Interior
– Hanging Rails: Screw rails at the proper heights to hang clothes.
– Shelves: Route and install horizontal shelves. Bracket or support them.
– Drawers: Build or buy built-in drawer units and install them in the frame.
- Add Doors
– Sliding Doors: Run tracks up the sides and bottom, install sliding doors.
– Hinged Doors: Put hinges on doors and install them on frame.
– Functional Details: Mirrors, paint or laminate available.
- Finishing Touches
– Paint or Varnish: Sand off any smudges and paint, stain or varnish.
– Handles: Put handles or knobs to get in easily.
– Lighting (Optional): Plug in LED strips or lights in the wardrobe for functional illumination.
Tips for Success
– level all the pieces with spirit level so they are straight and even.
– Pre-drilled holes for wood to not split.
– If you’re new to DIYing, start with a basic design and go bigger as you get more experience.