Mesh wardrobe systems, types of designs, manufacturing materials

Organizing a wardrobe room in the house, its owner will certainly wonder about the choice of a particular design. There are several types of cabinets that differ in materials for manufacturing and functionality. One of the varieties of designs are mesh wardrobe systems, which will be discussed later.

What are

Mesh systems for the wardrobe are perhaps the lightest and most compact wardrobe designs of all existing ones. Outwardly, they look like multi-functional metal shelving cabinets. Storage cells in them are mesh metal shelves, baskets and rods, most often attached to a metal base in the form of two or more levels. The base is attached to a wall or a special wood panel. The system is divided into zones for outerwear, shoes and other things.

In a disassembled form, the mesh wardrobe system resembles a designer, and to some extent can amuse the owners of the house if they decide to assemble it with their own hands. Collecting it, you can deviate from the original plan, but we will talk about this a little later.

This is a rare type of wardrobe, however, it is quickly gaining popularity among those who prefer comfort, speed of use and rational filling of living space. If the mesh system is not combined with closed types of systems, then each of its compartment or zone remains fully open, which is also its feature.

Installation is carried out according to a simple scheme: ready-made system modules are purchased, a base (metal strips) with holes for fastening shelves and holders for baskets or hooks is attached to the wall, and then the entire filling is installed. The latter is done in the order in which the designer himself wishes to do it.

The mesh system is installed in niches, in the corners of rooms, or in special frames made of MDF or chipboard. In all cases, such a system can be protected from the main room or be part of the room, it all depends on the interior design or its size. The mesh system in the dressing room with a glass facade looks very impressive.

Kinds

Mesh wardrobes have their own design features, depending on the functionality of the product and its reliability. Such dressing rooms can be protected from the general space of the room or be completely open. There are main types of mesh wardrobes:

By the type of design, it is possible to distinguish between systems that are adjacent to the rear wall and whose supporting frames are bursting between the ceiling and the floor, or side walls. The first type is more common and universal, since it is possible to change the arrangement of circuit elements after its final installation. The layout of systems, the main slats of which are mounted on the side walls or burst between the ceiling and the floor, rarely changes after installation. They often use front supports. This scheme looks less aesthetically pleasing first, but it is stronger due to the greater number of supports;
There are all-metal systems, or combined with other materials. Combined wardrobes have wooden or plastic shelves and drawers. They are easier to fit into a specific interior and combine with various designs. In addition, the presence of closed boxes can facilitate the storage of things or clothing;
the presence or absence of the facade also divides the dressing room into two types. The choice of doors depends on the size of the room, as well as on the location of the dressing room itself. Doors are installed absolutely any type exclusively for the taste of the designer. Without a facade, the mesh system fits perfectly into any room, forming a convenient linear or corner dressing room.

Advantages and disadvantages

Before choosing the type of wardrobe for your home, be sure to familiarize yourself with its strengths and weaknesses. We will conduct a small analysis of the advantages and disadvantages of the mesh system to form a clear opinion.

The following main advantages of such a system are distinguished:

the openness of the system allows you to speed up the process of choosing clothes - things are in sight;
most mesh systems have the ability to change configurations after final installation - moving shelves, hooks, rods, increasing or decreasing compartments. Certain systems can simply be made smaller or add compartments;
clothes are ventilated due to the absence of continuous storage surfaces. This does not apply to wooden shelves in combined systems;
ease of installation - installation of a mesh system often does not require special skills - almost everyone who wants to install a rack with their own hands will cope with it. Any cabinet or wardrobe system of a different type can envy the weight of the structure;
visually mesh dressing room looks light and compact. This property makes the interior more comfortable and pleasant;
maximum wardrobe space is achieved by skillful installation or subsequent configuration changes. Any compartment or design zone is adapted to a specific type of clothing, so there will be no unused space. This allows you to fully occupy the useful space of the room.

Among the shortcomings, the following points can be distinguished:

the cost of such a dressing room is often higher than the cost of others;
lightness of construction is associated with its fragility. Mesh wardrobes are quite susceptible to heavy loads, in contrast to body products;
open shelving can adversely affect the cleanliness of clothing if a lot of dust enters the house or apartment. If the dressing room is located close to the window, light may fall on the clothing and it will fade;
installation of the system is carried out in the presence of only branded components. Often, the manufacturer produces unique parts, which are almost impossible to replace with third-party counterparts, so if you change the design or break it, only branded elements can be replaced or added. Making such parts with your own hands is also almost impossible.

Materials of manufacture

Before purchasing a mesh wardrobe, you need to familiarize yourself with the materials from which they are made. The main canvases are steel and aluminum:

steel is a cheap and affordable material. It is most often used in the manufacture of wardrobes of this type. Steel parts are treated with multifunctional epoxy powder paints, which gives them a pleasant appearance. In addition, this coating perfectly protects parts of the dressing room from corrosion. This material is not harmful to the human body. However, not all manufacturers use high-quality coatings, which can lead to corrosion of steel. If moisture gets on the surface of the part without coating, then rust will form there, so things run the risk of being damaged. Steel has the property of preserving the strength of the product even if a break or crack has formed in it. Simply put, if some of the parts of the system cracked, but did not break completely, then it can last a long time;
aluminum systems are much more expensive than steel systems, but their advantages are worth it. Firstly, aluminum is very light. The aluminum system will be easier to install and operate. Secondly, aluminum parts are usually better fitted than any other because of the physical properties of the material. Aluminum does not require painting, because it is not afraid of corrosion. This will help to be sure of the safety of things. Aluminum systems are less common than steel, so in the assortment they are inferior to the second. In addition, aluminum does not have the property of maintaining the integrity of the part when it breaks, like steel;
wood and plastic are used in the manufacture of shelves and drawers if the mesh system is combined. Wooden elements are more common than plastic and easier to process. Plastic looks more harmonious with the mesh system, and is perfect for modern and high-tech interiors.

Steel

Aluminum

Wood

Plastic

How to choose

Choosing a wardrobe of mesh type is based on your personal preferences, interior design and the free space of the room. Compliance with all these criteria will help create a convenient and functional place to store a lot of things and clothes.

Based on where the main frame of the system will be mounted, either a suspension or support structure is selected. The first is hung on the wall, the second is installed on the floor and rests on the ceiling or wall. The supporting structure is more resilient than the suspended one, and if the "maximum" use of the system is planned, then it is ideal for this task.

It is also necessary to determine the location of the wardrobe. If it is a corner, then it is worth looking towards the corner structures, and if it is a wall, you need to choose a linear one. You need to pay attention to whether the space reserved for the dressing room will further increase or decrease. It depends on whether you need to purchase a system with the ability to change its size after installation. In the niche, you can equip a parallel dressing room with racks opposite each other, it can also be done in a long corridor. Therefore, it is worth looking in the direction of shallow systems, so that there is enough space between the structures.

If interior design requires it, you can install a combined system. This makes sense when it comes to an open type wardrobe room that does not have a facade.

When purchasing a kit, you must pay attention to the documentation confirming the quality of the product. It is advisable to give preference to more famous and common manufacturers, who can offer a wide range of additional elements for the wardrobe. This is useful when you decide to change the design. Indeed, it is very difficult to find unique components if the original manufacturer does not have them.