When buying a closet in the hallway, many are wondering what should be its maximum depth. Manufacturers have certain standards that define only the limits for this parameter. The final decision, what exactly will be the depth of the cabinet, must be made by the buyer. In this article we will consider the subtleties of choosing this important characteristic.
Standard depth
When calculating the standard depth of a glove box for a corridor, the width of the clothes hanger is primarily taken into account. As a rule, it is 55 cm for outerwear. If you want to put a closet only for light things, then usually the width of the hanger with such a thing does not exceed 50 cm. Further, the thickness of the facade is added to this value. For a cabinet with a swing mechanism, this is only a couple of centimeters, and for the design of the compartment all 10 cm. Thus, we obtain a value of the order of 60-65 cm.
However, this indicator is average. In some cases, cabinets of other sizes are placed in the hallway.
If there is too little space in this room, then you have to choose furniture of smaller dimensions. But it’s important to remember that if the closet is too narrow, then your things on hangers will simply not go in there. The functional compartment should not be already 50 cm in any way if you want to hang your clothes exactly at an angle of 90 degrees to the door. Let's consider what admissible depth limits of cabinets exist.
Minimum option
To find out what is the minimum depth for the cabinet, There are a number of points to consider.
- Accessories First of all, this is a bar, which involves hanging clothes perpendicular to the door. It allows you to place a lot of things inside, which is very ergonomic, but imposes a restriction on the dimensions. As we already said, the depth should be 60-65 cm.There are other fixtures that are used in modern furniture. These are neckties, scissors, shoe racks, and they are usually designed for a depth of at least 60 cm.
- Location. Not everyone can boast of spacious hallways, which means that the width of the cherished 65 cm will not suit every apartment. Even in tight spaces you can find a way out. For example, put a narrower cabinet, but equip it with a retractable end bar. Thus, hangers with hangers will be located along the back wall.
Many owners of small halls are wondering if it is possible to make a closet with a size of 20-35 cm? If we are talking about a cabinet of a compartment type, then a product with a depth of less than 40 cm will be useless. With a deduction of 10 cm, only 30 cm will remain on the shoulders, and hangers of this size are suitable only for a small child.
Shelves with such dimensions will also not be particularly useful.
If your closet allows storage of clothes not on a standard bar, but on a retractable one, or does not have it at all, then the minimum depth should be from 35 cm. Then the depth of the shelf will be only 25 cm, which is the minimum. In the case of a swing cabinet, its depth can also be within 30-45 cm. Often there are swing cabinets with a depth of 36-40 cm, but today such models have not been popular for a long time. They are more suitable for offices where a minimum of clothing is stored.
Maximum depth
The upper limit of the cabinet depth for the corridor also has limitations - 80 cm. It would seem where they come from: after all, the larger the cabinet, the better. But if you think about it, the hand of an average person has a length of only 60 cm. If the shelves are too deep, it will be uncomfortable to reach the folded things. According to furniture manufacturers, when ordering huge compartments into the corridor, people often remain unhappy with the results., since things that are too far away are difficult to get, and if you make the shelves themselves shorter, there will be a lot of extra space.
In addition, with such huge shelves, things are unlikely to lie flat.
Most likely, they will fall apart in different directions, which will inevitably lead to disorder. Such a closet can become convenient only if you plan to store clothes in it out of season, that is, you are not afraid of the prospect that it will be hidden deep inside.
Features of the calculation
When ordering a cabinet, first think about what dimensions it should have. Measure with a tape measure the depth of shelves that is comfortable for yourself, thereby determining the usable space. Measure the width of the corridor and figure out if the cabinet with the intended dimensions will stand in this space. Think about how it fits with other interior items: a sofa or bench, shoe rack, etc.
Furniture cannot narrow the passage too much, besides there should be room for changing clothes.
A cabinet with a swing system takes only 2 cm under the door, unlike a sliding wardrobe, which requires all 10 cm for a sliding mechanism. Think about which option would be more preferable for you. When choosing a closet for the corridor, it is best to stick to the middle ground and choose a depth of 65 cm. Then you can easily place even warm clothes in it and at the same time get the optimal shelves. Then all things will be in their places, and you can easily find the desired wardrobe item.
An overview of the wardrobe for the entrance hall is given below.
