Wardrobe Furniture

Free standing wardrobe armoire furniture makes a unique and attractive piece that will compliment any bedroom ensemble. The typical armoire has a hinged panel door that opens fully to allow access to hanging and folded clothes, and a dressing mirror that may be on the outside, or the inside face of the door. Some styles include a bank of drawers that borders along one side, or beneath the door, and some of the more elaborate styles may have an attractive transom top that adds a certain character to the piece.

These wardrobes can be found in numerous styles and designs that range from Contemporary Modern to Southwestern, as well as custom designs that are available in almost any style and finish that may be desired. Hardwood finishes include Oak, Mahogany, Walnut Maple and even imported materials such as Tiger Wood.

The accessories and hardware offered by some manufacturers include coat hooks, antique brass drawer pulls and imported Italian glass mirrors that are set in ornate frames. For the interior designer that is seeking that one-of-a-kind piece for a special client, custom order designs in any style and with any finish are available through most of the major fabricators.

For the serious collector there are several auction houses that boast an inventory of Eighteenth Century wardrobes that have been maintained and preserved almost to their original state. These are extremely expensive pieces, and when the packing and shipping costs are added the total price for one of these antiques can exceed the annual income of a moderate means household.

For one who is considering fabricating a piece of furniture such as this, there are numerous sources for assembly plans that can be clearly interpreted by the experienced craftsman. The challenges are selecting the ideal design and finding the hardwood that suits the existing architecture of a house, or the theme of a particular room. However, once the design and materials are at hand, crafting an armoire in a manner that will rival the factory pieces can be a rewarding endeavor and the result will be a practical and beautiful custom wardrobe.

For anyone who might be considering preserving one of these pieces, this can best be accomplished by contacting antique dealers and obtaining references to qualified re-finishers. Here again, the cost can range from moderate to expensive, depending on the finish that may be desired. However, the result will be a stunning piece of wardrobe armoire furniture that will likely remain in the family for generations to come.