DIY wardrobe under the stairs

Home sweet home is an immense space to express your imagination. Fortunately, the construction market offers a huge amount of materials for creating a dream home. Any owner with enough square meters can make a fairy tale come true. In this article we will consider the option for a multi-storey building and a multi-level apartment. The space under the flight of stairs does not have to be empty; you can save space and make a cabinet under the stairs with your own hands

Staircase closet to the second floor - features

Such a stylistic solution in the interior as a closet under the stairs requires careful selection of options. It is important to think about the internal and external appearance, since there may not be an opportunity to refurbish the space.

Design versions:

• Shelves.
• Closet.
• Glass showcase.
• Ordinary closet.
• With drawers.
• Headset
• Combined options.

REFERENCE. An interesting option for a constructive solution to a large space under the stairs, you can create a mini-office.

Advantages and disadvantages of the design

Like any additional element in the house, it has its advantages and disadvantages.

Pros:

• Additional storage space for household items.
• Gives exclusivity to the interior.
• The ability to hide items that are not in constant use (skates, skis, bicycles).

But every barrel of honey has its own fly in the ointment.

Minuses:

• Design will take longer.
• Labor-intensive process.
• Safety of the flight of stairs.

A closet under the stairs is a smart solution that will save square meters for storing both small and large items.

REFERENCE. The space under the stairs can become an extension of the kitchen space. This opening can be used as a headset.

How to make a cabinet under the stairs with your own hands

The space under the stairwell can be used as a simple closet, and if you show a little imagination, this corner can become a mini-office, a library, and a wine exhibition.

REFERENCE. An excellent option is to simply create a relaxation area under the stairs, put a cozy sofa and a coffee table.

Necessary materials

The selection of materials for arranging the staircase space must be approached not only creatively, but also constructively. It is worth paying attention to materials that have been proven over the years: glass, wood, metal. Wood will serve as a frame for the cabinet, metal is an excellent option for fittings, and glass is an excellent variation for decoration.

REFERENCE. An alternative and cheap option for replacing chipboard and MDF wood.

Step-by-step instruction

Consider the option of a simple do-it-yourself cabinet.

1. It is necessary to take detailed measurements of the staircase opening and use them to create a drawing of the future cabinet. The work is made easier by the fact that the side and back parts already exist; the staircase itself serves as this segment.
2. Selection of working tools and preparation of space for work.The floor is covered with film to avoid damage. The inventory includes: building materials, jigsaw, drill, screwdriver, fittings, and ruler, pencil, tape measure.
3. Preparing building materials requires care and precision. Strictly observe all dimensions according to the prepared drawing.
4. The interior space can be decorated with wallpaper or simply painted. Also a good panel option.
5. To create sections, we install internal partitions.
6. We mark with a marker the places where future shelves will be attached.
7. The most difficult stage is the installation of doors; this is best left to professionals.
8. Doors and showcases are decorated before installation work begins.
9. The final stage is filling the cabinet with built-in elements.

Of course, at first glance, installing a niche yourself is simple and easy. But in fact, it is best to turn to specialists. They will do all the work efficiently and for a long time. If you are confident in your abilities, then approach the implementation of plans seriously and thoughtfully. Because in case of an error, even professionals may not be able to redo the staircase space.