Narrow cabinet, features and varieties in shape, size

Cabinets are indispensable interior items in almost any house or apartment. They are designed to store numerous items, boxes, bedding, books or other things. They can have different sizes, and the dimensions depend on the installation location and the square of the room where it is planned to install the cabinet. Often, for small apartments or houses, a narrow cabinet is chosen that can easily fit even in small rooms, and with competent internal content it can hold many objects.

Features and purpose

Narrow tall cabinets are designed to store numerous items. In such an element of furniture it is allowed to store dishes, souvenirs, clothes or books, and the choice depends on the content and type of doors of the product.

If you choose the design correctly, then it can even be used to store clothes hanging on the shoulders, since a small department stands out for these purposes. There are many models on the market that can be equipped with mirrored doors or on which blinds a unique pattern or pattern is applied.

Products can be built-in or standard, and in the first case it is allowed to install them in a small niche. Typically, for such situations, custom-made cabinets are made to fit perfectly into the space allocated for them.

A narrow closed cabinet is usually used to store linen or clothes, but open structures are designed to decorate rooms, so there are numerous souvenirs and decorative elements on their shelves.

Varieties

The narrow model is found in different forms. You can choose a white cabinet or interior item in a different color, and it can be angular or straight, built-in or cabinet. Additionally, the designs differ in purpose.

The main models of narrow cabinets:

built-in - designed for installation in small and specific niches. They are considered aesthetically attractive, do not take up much space and look good in any room. You can purchase a white cabinet or design in a different color;
direct - this cabinet is chosen for installation along the wall of the room. It can be used for different purposes, and is also considered a standard choice. Available in numerous styles and dimensions;
corner - a narrow corner cabinet is considered the ideal choice for a small room. It occupies a certain corner of the room, so the important space in the center remains free. Such products are usually represented by one corner element in which you can store different objects, but on the sides they do not have additional compartments.

Built in

Case

Angular

Also, narrow models differ depending on the installation location, as they can be purchased for:

bedrooms - linen or clothes are usually stored in such a design. It is recommended to choose sliding wardrobes with a small width and taking up little space. Designs are selected taking into account the appearance of the bedroom itself, since any piece of furniture should be well suited to the style of the room, as well as combine well with other furniture. The cabinet for linen should be multifunctional, convenient and roomy;
kitchens - a narrow option is often chosen for the kitchen, and it usually has numerous lockers. On the shelves are a variety of cereals, spices, foods or dishes. In another way, this design is called a pencil case, and with proper design of the internal space, it can be used to store a really large number of products and utensils;
hallway - in many apartments these rooms are small, so there is simply no way to arrange the optimal amount of furniture. Therefore, a cabinet with a mirror is selected, which not only holds a lot of objects, but also contributes to a visual increase in space due to the presence of a mirror surface. In the presence of a mirror element, the preparation process before leaving the house is greatly simplified;
bathtub - this room is used for taking water procedures, therefore, numerous hygiene products and other accessories are certainly needed. Since the room is small, it is necessary to choose a cabinet that will be narrow and small. It can be mounted or outdoor. It is advisable if it is equipped with a plastic door and other elements made of plastic, as this material copes well with moisture;
of the toilet - a cupboard is installed in the toilet necessarily, since it can store different items for cleaning. It is advisable to choose a white product that will fit well into the interior and will look great indoors.

In addition, during the selection, it is taken into account which doors to equip the product, since swinging or sliding elements can be used, the latter being considered more optimal and convenient for use. Depending on the installation location, a floor and wall cabinet are distinguished. The second option is used if it is really a small room in which there is no place on the floor for installation.

Additionally, all models are separated by color. The white wardrobe looks great in a classic room, and this color also contributes to a visual increase in space. If an unusual color scheme is formed, then it is allowed to install products of exotic and unusual colors. A white cabinet can be made of different materials, and can also be made in a variety of sizes and shapes.

Thus, there are quite a few varieties of a corner cabinet, so the choice depends on the preferences and capabilities of future users. This takes into account which door is equipped with the structure, what color and shape it has, and also determines where it will be installed.

Materials of manufacture

A variety of materials can be used to create a narrow cabinet. The most popular are:

Chipboard - from this material are obtained inexpensive designs that are affordable for every customer. Usually they have a good appearance, as well as good durability, but when exposed to moisture or other negative factors, they quickly lose their attractiveness. Also, some manufacturers use formaldehydes hazardous to people when creating furniture from particleboard. The surfaces of such a cabinet can be laminated or laminated;
MDF - these chipboards are considered more durable and reliable compared to the previous version. No harmful substances are used in their production, therefore their cost is higher than chipboard plates;
natural wood - standard cabinets are rarely made from it, so they usually have an exquisite and excellent appearance. Due to the use of expensive material, the resulting structures are of high cost. They may be white or some other color;
metal - are rare enough, as they have many shortcomings. This includes significant weight, not too attractive appearance, bulkiness and low resistance to corrosion.

The choice of material is considered a significant criterion on which the quality, service life and attractiveness of furniture depend.

Wooden

Metal

Chipboard

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Dimensions

When choosing a narrow cabinet, it will certainly take into account what dimensions the design will have. For this, its height, depth and width are determined.From a competent sizing depends on how comfortable it will be to use the cabinet, and also whether it will be possible to place all the necessary items on its shelves.

The most important parameters of narrow cabinets with shelves and other filling elements are:

the height of the cabinet, which depends on whether it is planned to store clothes hanging on its shoulders in it. If the narrow design will be intended for clothes, it is desirable that its height starts from 1.8 m, but if it is a bookcase, for jewelry or just for decorative purposes, then its height can be even 1 m or less;
Depth is considered the most important parameter, since it depends on how large objects can be put in the closet. As a standard, it varies from 35 to 50 cm. Since a narrow product is selected, the depth is usually insignificant, therefore, it is allowed to be 30 cm;
width - for a narrow cabinet it has a small indicator, therefore it usually varies from 40 cm to 1 m. This parameter completely depends on the purpose of the cabinet, as well as on the place where it is planned to be installed.

For a narrow cabinet, it is the width that is considered the most important parameter, but the depth is also taken into account, since if it is too small, it will be simply impossible to arrange all the necessary items on the shelves comfortably.

Placement Methods

The installation method of this design depends entirely on its shape and size. You can choose different options for this:

along the wall of the room - this option is ideal if you choose a straight narrow cabinet equipped with a sliding or hinged door. Any wall of the room is allowed to be selected for installation, but at the same time the comfort of using the cabinet for its intended purpose is taken into account;
in the corner - this option is suitable for angular construction. This installation method is considered ideal for small rooms where even small space is valuable. The cabinet can be floor or wall mounted, and is also produced in various forms. It does not take up much space, but due to the fact that there is usually a lot of free space in the corner, its dimensions are ideal for arranging numerous things and souvenirs on the shelves;
in any niche - for such a place of installation, special built-in cabinets would be an ideal choice. They are selected for a particular niche, and usually they do not have a back and side walls. In this case, the walls themselves are the walls of the room. This solution allows you to significantly save on the purchase, and also uses a place that usually cannot be used for any rational purposes. Due to this arrangement of the structure, it is guaranteed that a lot of useful space will remain in the center of the room.

Thus, you can install a narrow cabinet in different places of the room, for which its size and shape are taken into account.

Filling

When choosing a cabinet, it is necessary to take into account which compartments and other elements are in it. Optimum are constructions equipped with:

large compartments used to store travel bags, bedding, rugs or other large items;
a large-sized compartment used for hanging clothes on a coat hanger;
shelves on which various small things are stacked;
mezzanines located at the very top of the furniture, and it is optimal to place things on them that are not often used;
small storage elements that perfectly fit umbrellas or other things of non-standard sizes and shapes;
a drawer located at the bottom of the item usually stores non-seasonal shoes.

Many unusual models are additionally equipped with other storage systems, which greatly simplify the process of placing things, but due to their presence, the cost of furniture increases.

Selection tips

In order to correctly select the optimal design, it is recommended to take into account the advice of experienced designers:

the cabinet should fit well into the room and be combined with other furnishings;
he must be roomy and comfortable;
when creating it, no harmful components should be used;
It should be attractive and interesting;
its cost should be optimal for users.

Thus, narrow cabinets are often chosen for small rooms. They can have different shapes, heights and other characteristics. It is important to competently study all its parameters in order to choose a truly optimal and attractive model.