Are fitted wardrobes worth the extra space? A guide to help you decide if it is an investment right for you

Fitted wardrobes can transform your room by instantaneously creating more space and allowing you to tailor your room to what you have always dreamed of without the hassle of worrying about working around an extra piece of furniture.

Read on to find out what you need to know before installing a fitted wardrobe

1. You will be making an investment

Unlike a freestanding wardrobe, a fitted wardrobe cannot be taken from house to house. However, the investment will be recoupled when you come to sell your house due to the premium that comes with extra house storage.

2. There is a variety to suit all budgets

There are loads of companies which offer fitting wardrobes at a price that suits you. This means you can be flexible based upon your desires without the worry of finances

3. Recommendations are valuable

Regardless of where you are planning to buy your fitted wardrobe, remember to ask you friends and family as well as scout out reviews and showrooms to judge the quality of the product. Do not be afraid to shop around to see what companies may offer you

4. You will get more space

Fitted wardrobes take away the waste of empty space that comes with freestanding wardrobes to allow you to turn that space into something more useful such as a workspace or an extra cabinet or simply just to open up your room to make it more spacious

5. Doors are important

When considering how a fitted wardrobe will give you more space, you must consider the size and the space of your bedroom. If you do not have a lot of empty space, you may want to consider sliding or bi-fold doors to reduce the space lost when the doors are open.

Mirrors on your doors can also give an illusion of extra space and a larger rooms which may be useful when considering what your fitted wardrobe can offer you

6. Do not underestimate the importance of preparation

Before you start browsing for fitted wardrobes, you must take measurements such as your ceiling height and width of the wall. You must also check if your floor is level to allow the fitted wardrobe to accommodate for any alternate dimensions which your room may have.

In addition, flooring must be considered; a fitted wardrobe is best laid on a hard floor compared to a carpet. The carpet can drop over time due to the weight of the wardrobe which opens up a small gap in the top and affecting the flawless finish of the fitted wardrobe