Built-in robes – IKEA?

Hey Carlin,

At our apartment we had a wardrobe with three hinged doors and fixed shelving / clothes rails on the inside. The third door was a hassle with two people sharing it and the fixed shelves are frustrating.

I took off the doors, gutted and repainted the inside and fitted it out with the 'Antonius' wardrobe system from Ikea.  We are happy with the result as it was good value and is fully adjustable.

Next week we are getting Stegbar to come and fit mirrored, sliding doors.

Let me know if you want any more detail / pictures
Ben

I put Ikea wardrobes in my IP.  They were a great alternative as they come flat packed and are really easy to put together.  Admittedly it was a pain trying to organise transport and loading the stuff yourself.  You definately need to bring a friend! 
Don't forget the handles like I did and had to make a second trip to get them.  And be careful about the accessories you put in.  They can very soon add up and before you know it you've spent more than intended.

The gear you get from Ikea is very well designed.
However it all still comes from China, and you do get what you pay for.
 guess it's horses for courses, a bit like comparing a Mercedes and a Lada. They are both motor vehicles, and do the same thing, but one will outlast the other and looks way better!
 Now that said- I hear of people spending dollars on Plasmas, DVD for the car, etc etc, yet when it comes to spending a litle on improving their property, the pockets get very short!

Coming back to Ikea, i have installed around 40 odd kitchens and bathrooms for people who have purchased Ikea units.
At the end of the day they looked OK (Not great) cost around the same as a local cabinet maker would charge (As Ikea are all modular and need modifications in most cases).

I personally would never ut one in my own home, but then i have the luxury of being in the game

hope this helps somewhat

Adrien Mamet
http://www.mametconstructions.com.au