Tailored Wardrobe Fronts For Awkward UK Bedrooms

Whether you live in a period property with lots of original features, you've just moved into a new build with a small bedroom, or you've extended into your loft to create a master suite that has sloping ceilings, figuring out ways to incorporate enough storage can be a tricky task.

If you need to get a bit creative and build bespoke storage solutions for your master or guest bedroom, made to measure wardrobe doors can help you achieve a professional finish for a feature that really needs to be both stylish and functional.

The Exciting Possibilities Of Bespoke Bedroom Storage

Having the opportunity to build bespoke wardrobes into your bedroom is an exciting one, as you'll get to customise both the interior and exterior so that it perfectly reflects your tastes and requirements. Internally, you can choose to incorporate hanging space, shelves or even pull-out drawers, depending on what you want to store inside, so you can guarantee that every item has its own dedicated place.

Externally, you have full control over how your storage looks as you can choose from many different styles of wardrobe doors, as well as countless colour and finish options. So let's explore how to choose tailored storage and wardrobe fronts for the awkward spaces in your home.

Transform Unused Alcoves Into Functional, Stylish Wardrobes

Even the smallest recessed alcoves can be used to create a surprisingly spacious wardrobe and they're a really common feature in older properties. A simple wooden frame is all that's needed to create hanging space, shelves and drawers, which can be easily concealed behind stylish made to measure wardrobe doors.

If you're keen to preserve some of the character of your older property, choosing Shaker wardrobe doors will allow you to do that whilst also giving your space a clean and contemporary finish. Our Bella Cambridge doors have a simple and elegant silhouette, with a slim central panel and wide frame that'll help to elongate your room and either emphasise existing high ceilings or help to create the illusion of more height.

Our Bella Tullymore wardrobe doors offer a touch more detail, with a slimmer frame and a layered effect that looks very refined and sophisticated. This style can help to create a cosy and inviting atmosphere that feels very traditional without looking dated.

Create The Illusion Of Higher Ceilings With Sleek Slab Wardrobe Doors

Designing rooms with a sloping ceiling can be tricky, as there are additional angles you'll need to contend with, which can also have an impact on the amount of usable space the room has. It can often be beneficial to use clever design tricks to create the illusion of more space, which can help to prevent the room from feeling too enclosed.

Slab wardrobe doors have an inherent simplicity about them, as they're flat panels that don't have any recessed details or decorative mouldings. This means they're really versatile and can be perfect for wardrobes integrated into spaces with sloped ceilings. Our Bella Venice wardrobe doors have a simple square-edge finish, which offers a really clean and ultra-modern look that encourages the eye to take in the whole surface without getting stuck on any tiny details.

Pro Tip: Our Bella Lincoln doors have a similarly understated profile but with some added detail in the form of a subtly bevelled edge, which offers an element of softness that's ideal for a comfortable bedroom.

Maximise Space In Tight Corners With Sliding Wardrobe Doors

It's not always practical to have wardrobes with doors that open outwards, as it can limit the amount of furniture you can have or negatively impact the overall flow of your room. Sliding wardrobe doors can be a brilliant solution in smaller bedrooms, as they keep everything concealed whilst allowing easy access to every corner of the cupboard.

Our Ora wardrobe doors are perfectly suited to being installed with a sliding mechanism, as their sleek profile aligns with the space-saving qualities of this installation method. This style comes in a number of gloss and matt finishes, including light neutrals like cashmere and light grey, plus a couple of beautiful earthy tones, including aquamarine and agave green.

Pro Tip: Gloss finishes have light reflecting qualities, which can help to brighten up darker areas of your bedroom.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need new hinges to install my new bespoke wardrobe doors?

There are many different ways to install new wardrobe doors, so it's worth spending a bit of time thinking about which option is right for your space. If you want your doors to open outwards, we recommend our Hettich hinges as they've got a soft-close mechanism which prevents accidental slamming and can prevent damage to your doors. They've also got 3-way adjustment capabilities, making it easy to achieve a seamless finish.

Should I choose a gloss or matt finish for my new wardrobe doors?

The colour and finish you choose for your new doors is an intensely personal decision, as both can add something special to your bedroom space.

Gloss finish wardrobe doors are ideal for small spaces that perhaps don't get as much natural light. They're also able to add a touch of modernity to your space, which can make a good point of contrast against softer elements of your space, such as rugs, bedding and curtains.

Matt wardrobe doors have a sense of quiet luxury about them and feel at home in both contemporary and more traditional spaces. They look great in an array of colours, ranging from light neutrals all the way up to deep, intense jewel tones.

How long do Happy Doors wardrobe doors take to be delivered?

We aim to deliver orders within 20 working days from the point at which you place your order. We've put together a delivery inspection guide, which we recommend following as it'll ensure that we can address any issues easily and efficiently should they arise.