on Apr 6th, 2010Maple Wardrobes

Possibly the most common types of wood used to build wardrobes have been oak or pine but for another very attractive looking wardrobe you can use another type of hard wood – maple. Maple wardrobes are particularly attractive looking units that are available at very reasonable prices.

A maple wardrobe makes an attractive piece either as a cupboard or an armoire and, if coupled with other maple pieces in the bedroom will create a stylish ensemble.

A company such as Joseph International produces an extremely popular range of maple furniture including maple wardrobes. These wardrobes match very nicely with the company’s bunk beds and chests of drawers. The Joseph Maple 2 door, 2 drawer wardrobe is a distinctive piece of furniture that has been expertly crafted and finished with a glazed finish.

Maple Wardrobe

Another impressive source of maple wardrobes are the Vancouver Maple wardrobes. Top quality maple wood is used to create a wide range of maple wardrobes in 2-door, 3-door and 4-door configurations. Something like a Kimball maple wardrobe cabinet would make a wonderful addition to any room. The rich mellow wood tones of this type of wardrobe would give you a piece of furniture that could become an item to configure the rest of the room around.

As well as the many modern or contemporary maple wardrobes available for sale in furniture stores both online and as bricks and mortar shops, you can also scout around antique stores for solid maple wardrobes too. In fact an antique maple wardrobe may be a little difficult to track down but is well worth the hunt when you consider the craftsmanship that generally went into these old pieces.

It is possible to refinish an antique maple wardrobe, a task that is a completely rewarding experience if you find an old diamond in the rough. Maple is the kind of hardwood that will respond particularly well to being reworked, stained and polished, the result is wardrobe furniture that rewards you with it's outstanding appeal.

on Dec 10th, 2009Considerations When Buying A Solid Pine Wardrobe

If you find that you need some added closet space, then you ought to set aside time for studying the advantages and features of a good solid pine wardrobe. The owner of such a wardrobe will find that, more often than not, the wardrobe furniture they have bought is sturdy and will provide an enduring and stylish cabinet that will last for years.

If you decide to purchase a pine wardrobe, then you it would be wise to shop around and make your choice from a selection of different wooden armoires. Keep in mind the fact that the makers of such wardrobes have created an entire range of designs. They have designed wardrobes for men, for women and for children.

Take a look at some of the different types of pine wardrobes available for sale below.

South Shore Furniture, Prairie Collection, Armoire, Country Pine South Shore Furniture, Prairie Collection, Armoire, Country Pine
List Price: $194.99
Sale Price: $148.55
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3232038 South Shore Door Chest, Prairie Collection, Country Pine. This lovely country-style door chest with abundant storage and charm will bring a romantic timeworn charm to any bedroom. This multi-purpose piece can be an armoire, entertainment center, or bedding chest...

Powell Pine Jewelry Armoire Powell Pine Jewelry Armoire
List Price: $346.00
Sale Price: $275.00

From grandma's heirloom earrings to this season's fashion bracelets, everything has a place in Powell's Pine jewelry armoire. Crafted of durable pine veneer with a natural blond finish and solid-pine Queen Anne-style legs, this simple yet elegant piece makes a lovely housing for a treasured accessory collection...

Country Style Solid Pine Wood TV Armoire Stand Entertainment Center Country Style Solid Pine Wood TV Armoire Stand Entertainment Center
List Price: $1,499.99
Sale Price: $589.55

Country Style Solid Pine Wood TV Armoire Stand Entertainment Center This is a brand new country style solid wood TV Armoire. This exquisite TV Armoire is made of solid pine wood with detail carvings and metal to match its pine finish...

Sugar Creek Computer Armoire - Spiced Pine Sugar Creek Computer Armoire - Spiced Pine
List Price: $179.99
Sale Price: $130.55
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Sauder Sugar Creek collection computer armoire is constructed of top quality particle board and some hardwoods with a durable Spiced Pine laminate finish.A stain, scratch and heatresistant finish, unique sculpted bases, solid wood handles, and concealed fastener assembly highlight the quality craftsmanship...

Falls Village Armoire - Spiced Pine Falls Village Armoire - Spiced Pine
List Price: $299.99
Sale Price: $252.95

Features This armoire offers an adjustable shelf with versatile storage options behind doors which fold back against end panels. Two drawers with metal runners and safety stops feature patented T-lock assembly system...

Before you order any one particular armoire, take the time to get the specifics about each of the many available wardrobes. Learn whether or not the armoire needs to be assembled after it arrives at your residence. Determine the location of the armoire’s drawers. Have they been placed below the hanging clothes or in a separate section next to the section that holds the clothing bar?

It is important that you buy a solid pine wardrobe rather than a cheap and flimsy one so seek out information about the durability of each wardrobe. A wooden piece that has been coated in wax has added durability. Search for information on the stability of any given armoire. A pine wardrobe with dovetail hinges can usually be counted on to remain stable at all times, even while being opened and closed.

Check to see whether or not an advertised armoire includes a mirror. Make note of the type of wood used in construction of that wardrobe. An antique pine wardrobe would probably look a little out of place in a room full of modern furniture. A wardrobe made out of Mexican pine would fit well with the tone of a country styled bedroom. Have an understanding of the nature of the pine involved in the construction of the wardrobe you have your eye on. Some pine is knottier than others, some are dark and some are light.

Finally, be ready to study the finish on each armoire. A pine wardrobe can have a paint finish. It can also have a color washed finish. However, neither of those finishes can showcase the beauty of the wood. If you want guests to appreciate your solid pine wardrobe, then you should think about getting one with a lacquer or wax finish.

Whether large or small, whether equipped with one, two or three doors, a wardrobe made from pine serves as a lovely and functional addition to any bedroom. It alsways pays to carefully decide on the exact style and type of wardrobe furniture you choose to add to your home.

on Dec 9th, 2009Antique and Display Wardrobe Cabinets

When one thinks about antique wardrobe cabinets, one often imagines a glorious anachronism: We are Lucy in The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe, pushing through the coats to find a new and more exciting world. In these days of walk-in closets, dressers and master bathrooms, things like wardrobes may seem like relics of a bygone era.

These days, this boudoir furniture from another time is making a comeback. These beautiful old pieces are being used in different ways. These practical items are being used to set the atmosphere for that most intimate of rooms, the master bedroom.

Antique bedroom furniture, especially the antique wardrobe armoire, is being retooled to contain and hide modern technology. What could be more useful than an armoire containing a computer with internet access, running your home security and command systems? What could be classier than being able to hide your gizmos in a soothing, timeless piece of furniture? This use combines utility with style, enabling you to transform your bedroom from electronic nerve center to restful refuge by closing the cabinet doors.

There are many different ways to acquire such beautiful and useful pieces. If you are the kind of person who likes to search for just the right thing, you can combine internet searches with shoe leather to sate your antique-hunting desires. There are websites catering to all tastes and all price levels. If you’re just getting started, on a limited budget, a site such as ArmoireShowroom may be your gateway into antiques. The site arranges its wares by promotional offers, price ranges, styles, colors and rooms, so you can shop according to whatever criteria is most important to you. If you are a local or regional shopper, most better antique stores will have a website to guide you.

If you’re more of an Antiques Roadshow type, the Ruby Lane website may be more to your liking. It features some gorgeous antiques from all over the world, with prices to match.

Antique wardrobe cabinets come in all sizes, shapes, colors and uses. Their adaptability, as well as their timeless grace, will help you turn your bedroom into a peaceful refuge from the daily grind. In fact a wardrobe cabinet may not necessarily be confined simply to the bedroom.

A display wardrobe cabinet with glass doors, particularly those cabinets that are ornately carved and engraved are particularly sought after feature pieces that would stand as centerpieces in any room. Made from teak, walnut or mahogany they can simply glow with a resplendence that may be impossible to ignore.

There are many different types and styles of wardrobe furniture that will ensure you can create whatever look you desire for your home.

on Dec 8th, 2009Replacement Wardrobe Doors

There are quite a few benefits to installing a fitted bedroom wardrobe, many of them to do with the added storage they provide in the room. But one of the little bonuses you get is the ability to easily alter the doors. If you need to buy replacement wardrobe doors they are readily available from door manufacturers regardless of whether you have a custom-built wardrobe or a standard sized one.

As with all types of furniture, your built-in wardrobe can be damaged in any number of ways and as the face of the wardrobe, the doors will bear the brunt of whatever knocks are going to occur. Replacement wardrobe doors can be bought in just about any style that you desire which enables you to alter the entire look of the bedroom if you feel the need.

In some cases it might be easiest to simply return to the wardrobe installation experts where you originally bought your wardrobe for a replacement quote. However, you don’t have to be tied to the one supplier. Sliding wardrobe doors are fairly standard in their operation and so you should be able to buy a replacement door from any supplier. This gives you the freedom to shop around and base your selection of a new door on the style, colour and look rather than be limited by the range from a single dealer.

When you have bought you new doors and have had them delivered, installing them yourself should be a simple process. It would probably be a good idea to have the old, unwanted doors taken away at the same time to avoid having to find storage space for them.

The simplest wardrobe doors to replace are obviously going to be sliding wardrobe doors because they can be simply lifted off their tracks and the new doors placed on. Hinged wardrobe doors will require the same careful measurements and may have to be custom made when you go out to buy new ones. Installing the doors yourself will simply take a little more work to ensure they are hung straight.

It doesn’t matter whether you require glass doors, mirror doors, translucent sliding doors, pine doors or laminate doors they are all available in a staggering array of styles and colours. Similarly you may want to update from mirror wardrobe doors to a solid, painted finish or change from louvered wood to frosted glass. By replacing the doors of your bedroom wardrobe you will be able to update the look of the room effortlessly and at little cost compared to the cost that some makeovers run to.

on Dec 7th, 2009Benefits of a Fitted Wardrobe

When selecting a wardrobe, your storage requirements should be your primary concern. Also think about the space you have for the wardrobes. While selecting the wardrobes you should consider that it enhances your storage requirements, should give a stylish look, and it should be affordable as well. When you are choosing a wardrobe for your house, select the fitted wardrobes preferably.

If you have small space, a fitted wardrobe can fit easily in your room. These wardrobes will provide you with the extra storage option, and it will also enhance the beauty of the room. You can put additional storage options in these wardrobes such as hanging space, drawers, and shelves. You can even add a few cubbies, and shoes racks in the wardrobes. Thus you can enhance the storage space of the fitted wardrobes. While it is possible to install the wardrobe yourself, many people choose to simply call in the professionals who will make the job a simple one. 

You can customize your wardrobes as per your specific demands and requirements. The fitted wardrobes offers you the maximum storage space. Custom-built fitted wardrobes gives you the chance to create a space in your house, and organize your clothing, accessories, shoes, bags etc. precisely. The custom-built fitted wardrobes are stylish and have a professional look. There are legions of choices available in the market for these types of wardrobes. They are either made of wood, or you can add accessories giving the wardrobes a more professional and stylish look. You can also select the wood and the color of the wardrobe that matches the furniture of your house.

Many different convenient features of the fitted wardrobes makes it more attractive and beneficial. Some wardrobes have sliding doors. This makes it easy for you to store your items, and get it easily when required. The sliding doors are good for the kids also. It has numerous hanging spaces. Now you can divide your clothes in different areas such as for the office, and for the party. In order to maximize your hanging area, you should use this area preferably for the hanging dresses only such as coats, and other items requiring drop off. The wardrobes have drawers. You can push these drawers and find the items you need instantly.

The fitted wardrobes are designed in a way that satisfies all your needs. It can store all the items and takes tiny space so that no space is wasted. A striking advantage of the built in wardrobe is that it smooths the angled rooms by utilizing each and every corner as the storage space. Now you have sufficient space for the storage.