Modular cabinets

In the interiors of various rooms are increasingly used modular cabinets. They are distinguished by a stylish appearance, and also allow you to save free space and are characterized by spaciousness.

Advantages and disadvantages

The modular cabinet is presented in the form of a wall panel, which includes various elements - sliding doors, various shelves and compartments, as well as drawers. This type of cabinet furniture can have both open and closed sections.

The first option is characterized by functionality, and also allows you to decorate the interior. If desired, on the open section, you can arrange things on display or create an interesting composition of accessories. Sections of the closed type allow you to completely close the internal content from prying eyes.

Modular cabinets have several main advantages:

  • Modular cabinets are ideal for small rooms, as they take up little space, but can accommodate quite a lot of things. Wall or cabinet can be placed in all apartments, regardless of their layout. To slightly change the situation in the room, it is enough to add an additional element in the form of a hinged shelf or cabinet.
  • For the embodiment of a laconic and stylish interior of the room, you should purchase a set in the same style direction. Modular wardrobe is thought out to the smallest detail. Designers even consider the choice of lighting and textile room decoration.
  • The practicality and functionality of the modular system allows you to easily change the situation in the room. If desired or necessary, you can rearrange the modules, which will create a new image of furniture. The design of the module is not very heavy, so you can even do the transposition yourself.
  • The modular cabinet allows zoning of large space. For example, with its help in the living room you can visually separate the work area.
  • The functionality of such furniture allows you to use it for the arrangement of a children's room. When the child begins to grow, you can add or remove cabinet elements. Teens prefer open racks with glass or mirrored doors. This module will allow you to arrange textbooks, notebooks and other items. A variety of modules allows you to decorate the room, depending on the child's preferences.
  • The cabinet of the modules is characterized by ease during assembly and disassembly. This will simplify the process of moving, for example, to another apartment.
  • Such furniture attracts buyers at an affordable price compared to models that are made on individual orders. You can immediately pick up the required size of the modules, their types.

But apart from the advantages, modular cabinets also have some drawbacks:

  • Modules are presented in standard sizes, so before selecting them, you should measure well the area of ​​the room where they will be located.
  • Typically, modular cabinets are characterized by simplicity of lines and designs, and not everyone likes this design. The manufacturer focuses on the average buyer.
  • Since the order of the modules is carried out on the photo, you should be prepared that the color design of the furniture may differ from the picture.

Kinds

A modular cabinet can look different in different interiors, because it depends on the filling of the product. Each buyer independently decides what tone to set the furniture. Modern manufacturers offer a wide selection of ready-made modular cabinets.

  • The most common option is slide. It immediately attracts the attention of many buyers, because it includes modules of different sizes. The lower part is usually represented by a large size. Upstairs are usually located small shelves and compartments. This arrangement of the modules gives the cabinet airiness and lightness, so the cabinet looks perfect in small rooms. This furniture is a good choice for different rooms.
  • Transition cabinet in a modular system characterized by versatility. Its practicality is that it can be used on either side of the wall. It allows you to eliminate errors that were made at the beginning of the planning of furniture.
  • Typesetting modules allow you to independently choose the necessary modules.This option is a godsend for the arrangement of a child's room. When the child grows up, some modules can be removed, and others can be added. Thus, money is saved on furniture, and also a child, when he grows up, will be able to change the furnishing of his room depending on personal preferences.
  • Constructions from individual modules often purchased for the office. Their highlight is that the client can independently choose how many canisters he needs, compartments and drawers for storing various items. The buyer can also choose their location in the room. This option is ideal for rooms with a non-standard layout.

It will allow using the corners of the room with the maximum benefit, therefore it is the right solution for small rooms.

Purpose

The peculiarity of the modular cabinet is that it can include various sections. Their choice is completely individual.

Large shelves or bars for hangers are often used for clothing. A spacious wardrobe will allow to compactly place all things, as well as outerwear.

Drawer type drawers are commonly used for laundry.They allow you to easily get the right thing, and also hide it from prying eyes.

Models with the book department are often purchased for the office or nursery. This element will allow you to locate not only books, but also use the locker for various stationery.

Wardrobe closet is usually used for bedrooms, because it includes drawers, shelves and rods. An indispensable element of the module is a mirror.

If necessary, such a wardrobe can be supplemented with modules for shoes, hangers for belts or holders for ties.

Component parts

Modular cabinets surprise with a variety of models, since they are completed with various additional elements.

Very often, this furniture includes items such as:

  • shelves open or closed;
  • boxes with the sliding mechanism are presented by different sizes;
  • special stand for the TV, which is often located on the side of the product;
  • racks mounted type;
  • baskets of various sizes for the location of small items;
  • backlight in the form of LED strips or spotlights is a luxurious decoration of a modular cabinet;
  • large compartments are designed mainly for the location of large household appliances;
  • small compartments for shoes or small items;
  • a bar for storage of things on hangers;
  • narrow cabinets presented as canisters

Many buyers prefer modular cabinets in connection with the possibility of choosing the number of modules, as well as replacing them with others.

If necessary, they can both add and subtract. The number and choice of components depends on the size of the room, the location of the cabinet, on what items and how much will be stored in it.

For example, when choosing a modular wardrobe for the living room is to choose a model that includes a stand for the TV. Usually open shelves are used to house decorative tableware, souvenirs or books, and they are also ideal for decorative items that will help decorate the interior of a room.

Materials

Modern manufacturers use in the manufacture of modular cabinets materials that are characterized by strength and lightness. These include:

  • Fiberboard (MDF) is the cheapest option, but not in demand,since it is characterized by low wear resistance, it is afraid of moisture, and may also include synthetic impurities that have a bad effect on the human body.
  • Chipboard is in great demand because of its durability, lightness and affordable price.
Chipboard
Fiberboard
  • Medium Density Fiberboard (MDF) - a fairly common option in the manufacture of modular cabinets. It attracts attention with durability, long service life, as well as environmental friendliness. But it is worth remembering that MDF is characterized by low flammability, therefore such furniture should be placed away from heat sources.
  • Solid wood used in the manufacture of luxury furniture, which is very expensive. Producers prefer such tree species as beech, oak or pine.
Solid wood
MDF

Forms

Among the diversity of modern models, several groups can be distinguished depending on their form:

  • Corner cabinets ideal for small rooms where you need to save space for ease of movement. This model will allow you to visually make the room more spacious.Corner wardrobe is presented in the form of a triangle with equal sides. All models are deep enough. Modules of this design can have different heights and shapes.
  • Direct model usually includes cabinets that are located along one of the walls. Modular wardrobe can be built into a niche. The main advantage of the direct form lies in the fact that such a product can be selected to embody various style directions.
  • U-shaped design is a good solution for large rooms. She is able to bring comfort and coziness. Typically, such cabinets include modules that differ in both depth and height. To design looked more elegant, it is necessary to use shelving, glass and mirrors. They will get rid of the feeling of cluttered space.
  • Radius shape Looks spectacular and stylish. The modules are shaped like a semicircle. Such a wardrobe will allow you to refresh the interior, make originality and unusual.

Dimensions

The determining factor in the choice of sizes are the design features. Standard options, which consist of basic, added and open modules, can have a height of 1.4 to 2.3 meters.Cabinet depth usually varies from 40 to 60 cm, and width from 38 to 88 cm.

Angular versions of modular models have the same height as the direct versions, but the width can be from 74x90 to 90x90 cm. The transition sections are characterized by compactness. Their depth is usually from 30 to 50 cm, and width - from 40 to 50 cm.

But this diversity does not end there, since each customer can order a modular wardrobe according to individual sizes, depending on the size of the room where the furniture will be located.

Choosing furniture for different rooms

Modular cabinets are suitable for arranging various rooms, as they look beautiful in the living room, bedroom, nursery or hallway. Models with a lot of open spaces are usually chosen for the living room. In the center is often a TV stand.

When choosing an option for bedroom need to carefully consider the purpose of the cabinet. A model with a large wardrobe compartment is a good choice. It is suitable for storing things or bedding. Obligatory elements of a modular wardrobe for the bedroom are shelves, a bar and a laundry basket.This option is a good alternative to the dresser.

The bedroom will be comfortable to use sliding doors, because they save room space, and also allow you to decorate the interior. Sliding doors can have a mirrored surface or combine several textures. Exquisitely and richly look mirrors, decorated with sandblasted printing.

If you need to pick a locker to the nursery, you should not limit imagination. Designers offer a wide variety of models. A children's suite can even include a pull-out bed or a bed on the second floor. Required are boxes for toys, shelves for books, as well as a place for arranging the workplace.

The main characteristics of the furniture for the hallway are convenience and variety.

If a corridor It does not have large sizes, then it is rather difficult to arrange everything that is necessary. The modular cabinet will allow you to easily solve this problem. The locker in the hallway necessarily has hooks, a mirror and a tabletop.

If there are children or elderly people in the family, then a small sofa is an essential element. It can also be used for storage of things due to the presence of a spacious drawer.If there is no need for a sofa, then together with it you can use the module with shoe shelves.

Modern beautiful and fashionable ideas in the interior

Bright and extraordinary modular wardrobe will be the main decoration of the living room in the style of minimalism. Due to the presence of open spaces, it allows you to complement the interior with decorative elements or souvenirs. Wood in combination with glossy facades looks elegant and rich.

New forms, juicy combination of colors just like teenagers. Such a modular cabinet has space for a TV, shelves for books and space to accommodate various trifles.

Next, see an overview of an interesting model of the cabinet of modules.

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