In order to rationally use the entire space of a private house or apartment, you should provide for practical and useful furniture in each corner. In this case, such a furniture is a built -in closet under the stairs. For an independent arrangement of such a cabinet, it is preferable to have the initial skills of working with carpentry tools, and for beginners, one desire is enough. We will consider further about the features of the construction of the cabinet under the stairs.
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Options for using space under the stairs
Stairs, in most cases, are located in multi -storey private houses or cottages. It is their owners who very often raise the problem of arranging this space. Moreover, having built under the stairs, for example, a cabinet, there will be much more space in the room.
Very often, the staircase is installed near the front door or in the hallway. In this case, this room has several doors or arches to go to other rooms. A great option would be the use of undergrowth space as a wardrobe.
A small rest room looks good, built under the stairs. Depending on the type and size of the stairs, there they install a sofa or chair, hang pictures, carpets, make niches with lamps.
The option of building a mini cabinet, with a built -in desktop and a chair is also quite real for installation in this place, and the coupe doors will perfectly hide this room and help retire to work.
There are an unlimited number of ideas for the arrangement of this space. The main thing in this matter is the desire and demand of the owner to use it. Wine cellars, shelves for flowers, for books, for clothing are organized under the stairs, fire, aquariums, water bodies are installed, mini bars or kitchen surfaces are equipped.
The most practical and popular option in the use of space under the stairs is the arrangement of the cabinet. Moreover, it is functional, as it serves to store any things, from books and collection objects, ending with things and shoes.
These models of cabinets are spacious, as they have the same depth as the staircase itself. And the minimum ladder length is 95 cm.
The installation or structure of the cabinet under the stairs will make the interior of the room more perfect and harmonious. To implement this, you need to choose such a cabinet design that will fit perfectly into the overall interior.
Summarizing all the above space under the stairs is used as:
- wardrobe;
- cabinets;
- shelves;
- chest of drawers;
- libraries;
- separate recreation area;
- cabinet;
- toilet;
- for installing a sunbed or chair;
- kitchens;
- mini-bar;
- television center;
- aquarium, etc.
The main types of cabinets under the stairs
We offer to get acquainted with the options for cabinets that are safely installed in the space under the stairs:
- A wardrobe under the stairs-such a cabinet model will be combined with any interior. Since modern manufacturers of this furniture open to customers the opportunity to apply any drawings, photos on the cabinet doors, and also decorate the doors with a combination of mirrors with glass, glossy and matte surfaces, etc. Therefore, it is quite possible to choose a wardrobe for any room. In addition, when ordering such a cabinet, the buyer independently selects the number of shelves and their location. The use of a built -in cabinet will allow you to save space and place a large number of things in it. In the presence of a rather steep staircase, it is recommended to combine the cabinet with a compartment with other types of cabinets, for example, with swing doors, since a strongly large inclination angle does not allow the cabinet door to function normally.
- A built -in wardrobe under the stairs with a swinging door - if there is a stairs in the hallway, a great solution will be the construction or purchase of just such a cabinet. But, keep in mind that in close small rooms it will be inappropriate, since a certain place to open the door is required. In this cabinet, various shelves, hangers, clothes for clothes are equipped. A mirror is installed on the door. Near the cabinet, a keyboard is installed, a stand for hats or umbrellas. If the area under the stairs is large, then in such a closet it is convenient to hide a vacuum cleaner, a mop and a bucket for cleaning the house.
- Installing an open rack with a large number of shelves will make the interior unusual and original. This type of cabinet is quite easy to install and will cost quite inexpensively. Indeed, for its arrangement, it is enough to buy boards that are nailed to the wall. These shelves will fit well into the rooms of small sizes. But, keep in mind that they do not differ in particular practicality, since they do not allow you to store large items, clothes or shoes on them. For this, on the open rack, sliding doors are provided that will hide all unnecessary items. They are made of wood or matte glass. On an open rack, it is appropriate to store photos, souvenirs, decorative elements, candles, etc., so the living room is the best room for installing them. On such a rack are books that will give him the appearance of a home library. In addition, a TV is installed in the space between the shelves, and on the shelves of audio and video equipment. The closet looks beautiful in the same color with steps, their complete merger is obtained, but at the same time, the things installed on the shelves draw the circuit circuit. Open shelves will allow you to store wine or collections of the owners of the house on them.
- The construction of a retractable cabinet will allow you to store documents, tools, clothes, shoes, children's toys, etc. The appearance of such a cabinet resembles a chest of drawers. They are installed on roller guides that provide maximum comfort when opening and closing the box. In the interior, such a cabinet looks easy and almost imperceptible. In addition to the horizontal cabinet of a sliding type in the form of a chest of drawers, a variant of the vertical structure of the cabinet with several sliding shelves is possible. They will perfectly fit bed, pillows and bedspreads. The opening of such a cabinet is carried out using special wheels, they are not able to damage the floor surface, since they are located above it, and do not make noise during operation. There is the possibility of transporting a sliding cabinet to another place, so it differs not only in practicality, but also with mobility. It is recommended to store things in such a closet on the shoulders or in the box in order to avoid their accidental falling during its movement.
- Universal combined types of cabinets allow you to make the most functional type of cabinet, they consist of two or more of the above types of cabinets. Convenient to use cabinets with a closed and open -type combination. In the first part, shoes are placed clothes, etc., and in the second - books, candles, flowers, figures, photos in the framework. This cabinet model is not only practical, but also beautiful, since the right combined cabinet can decorate any room. The closed part is performed in the form of glass, mirrors, stained glasses, photo printing is applied to the doors. And open structures make the room spacious and light.
Wardrobe under the stairs photo:
Recommendations for building a cabinet under the stairs
- Before starting work, one should not forget that after several years, the volume of things in the house increases, and a place for storage is constantly required. Therefore, with sufficient financial capabilities, try to make the largest and most functional cabinet under the stairs.
- The walls act as the main bearing element, so they must have a certain power that will help withstand the load from things located in the cabinet.
- Pay attention to the opening mechanisms, they should be high -quality, since their frequent replacement will lead to damage to the main doors of the cabinet.
- Determine the material from which the cabinet will be made in advance.
- Try to combine the shelves to arrange all the necessary things on them.
- When installing the door, the purchased wheels should be with the presence of a Teflon coating that provides their durability.
- Sliding wings should not be more than one meter, with the presence of a large space, it is recommended to install several wings.
How to make a closet under the stairs: manufacturing features
Before making a closet under the stairs, clearly determine its functional load and type of cabinet. Next, you need to make a drawing according to which the assembly and installation of the cabinet will be made. In addition, all shelves, hangers, etc. indicate the drawing.
All components of the cabinet depend on the amount of free space under the stairs, on the type of things that will be stored there and on the personal preferences of the owners.
To carry out all the work, the availability of:
- materials that allow you to carry out interior decoration: wood-based plate and paints;
- facades of boxes and doorways;
- bulgarians;
- electrodele;
- hacksaw;
- electric shurubrust;
- roulette;
- bars, 0.5x0.5 mm in size;
- wood screws;
- accessories (its number depends on the type of cabinet and the variety of shelves).
Before installing the cabinet, prepare the space located under the stairs. To do this, remove all objects from there, put the walls, if necessary, and then finish the wagon, wallpaper or other materials. After the completion of all preparatory work, proceed to the direct manufacture of the cabinet.
Instructions for building a closet under the stairs with your own hands:
- Make all the necessary details, their number and type depends on the previously developed drawing.
- In the presence of several various shelves, first of all, they will need to be installed. As a material from which they are built, a beam, MDF, plywood, drywall or wood are perfect.
- Mark the installation sites of the shelves. Keep in mind that the holding of one shelf will require the presence of two bars. To calculate the depth of the bar, it is enough to steal the depth of the shelf, these values \u200b\u200bwill be equal.
- Using self -tapping screws designed to work with wooden products, attach bars to pre -marked areas of fastening of the shelves. Next, the shelves are installed. With the work of this process, there are two options for their fixation. The first one implies the installation of shelves directly on the base of the bars, and the second - not only the installation on the bars, but also the fixation of the shelf with bars using self -tapping screws. When storing heavy things, the second option is more reliable.
- Next, the use of a screwdriver will be required, since it is with its help that the door box of the cabinet is fixed. It is advisable to purchase a purchased box, since with its own manufacture it is very difficult to achieve perfect docking.
- Install the loops on the box and attach pre -prepared door facades. Swing doors are lighter in installation than sliding, so it is quite possible to do their installation with your own hands, but when installing a sliding door, it is better to contact specialists.
- When the cabinet installation work is completed, proceed to its external decoration. Internal filling, most often stained with one color or glued a special film on the shelves that imitates the tree. And the color of the door itself is selected based on the interior of the room.
DIY wardrobe under the stairs
Before starting work, make a drawing yourself or contact specialists for help. This stage is very important, since the appearance of the cabinet depends on it. Think about the shape of the cabinet, choose between built -in models and mounted. The first option will allow the use of walls instead of the walls of the cabinet, so it will be possible to save more space and material for work. The second option is more expensive, but at the same time, it does not require dismantling, if necessary, in installing a cabinet in another place.
If the area under the stairs is large, then it is recommended to install a wardrobe, otherwise there will be a standard cabinet with a hinged door.
First, the space under the stairs is freed, the walls are finished so that things that will be stored in the closet do not spoil them. To strengthen the floor, a film or thick paper is used.
Before direct installation of the cabinet, marking is performed according to which the shelves are mounted. As a material dividing the cabinet into partitions, chipboard or drywall acts.
Installation work begins with the preparation of the necessary parts, which are cut according to the size indicated in the drawing. If the cabinet is purchased, then it’s enough to find the necessary part and install it in the right place. Keep in mind that when cutting the parts, it is necessary to observe strict accuracy, since an error is one millimeter, will lead to the unsuitability of the cabinet or part.
For decoration of the inner surface of the cabinet, decorative panels are most often used. But the easiest way to finish walls, according to the general style of the room.
After installing internal partitions that divide the cabinet into several zones, additional partitions are installed.
With the help of self -tapping screws, a door box is installed, and the door is attached to it. Each loop requires a separate mount. It is advisable to entrust the process of manufacturing the door to specialists, since purchased structures will not fit under the stairs or take only a certain part of it.
Fasteners are mounted by building glue. The final stage turns on the door installation. In addition, do not forget about accessories in the form of door handles and locks for certain boxes. Follow the quality of these elements, as they are subjected to the highest load, due to frequent opening of the cabinet.
