The issue of storing clothes requires a rational and organized approach. To solve this problem quickly and effectively, a clothes rail is used, which is a special device that allows you to keep wardrobe items in order and clean. Ease of use makes it popular among consumers and owners of sliding wardrobes.
Purpose and where it can be used
A modern clothes rail has one direct purpose - to neatly hang clothes in the closet. A large number of things is a problem familiar to everyone. The use of hangers and hangers makes it easier to organize the space in the wardrobe, and the rail allows you to place them.
To keep your closet tidy and to make searching for the necessary clothes quicker, a rod is used. It is fixed along or across the garment, depending on its type. In addition, using two or three devices at once allows you to place wardrobe elements on several levels.
The clothes rail allows you to store:
- dresses - they are hung by special internal straps;
- Shirts - shoulder seams should be on the hangers and buttons should be fastened;
- T-shirts – quick access to T-shirts will save time on ironing;
- blouses - should be positioned in the same way as shirts;
- outerwear - this will require reinforced hangers that can provide secure fixation of jackets, coats and raincoats.
When choosing hangers, you should give preference to anti-slip coating. Such material will not allow clothes to roll off the hangers and will comfortably fix them in the closet.
The options placed on the side panels allow you to conveniently organize the storage of ties, scarves and belts. A small gap between the device and the wall of the closet will save space. You can also additionally install second-tier rods and hang trousers and jeans on them. With this approach, the number of shelves in the closet will be reduced to a minimum.
Depending on the type of device, it can be used in two different ways: stationary and as an element of a wardrobe or a sliding wardrobe. Another application of the element is in the dressing room as a separate interior element. A mobile rod for things is conveniently moved around the room, and if necessary, it is hidden in a secluded place. Hanging models are distinguished by their functionality due to large gaps between the furniture board: different types of clothes can be placed there.
Variety of forms
Wardrobe rods differ in their size, shape and placement. All existing types can be divided into several groups, taking into account their features. To choose a device for storing clothes of the required size and shape, it is recommended to consider the summary table by classification.
| Classification by shape | Types by type of fastening in a closet or wardrobe | Classification by purpose |
| Oval – is the most common option among users. This model is fixed in a flange, which is fixed on a furniture board. The oval clothes rail has increased characteristics of possible load, which allows you to place outerwear on it – coats, winter jackets, down jackets. | Transverse – located in the closet or wardrobe system transversely to the product. Some closet owners do not accept this type, claiming that it is not convenient to use. On the other hand, this type of rod placement allows you to save space in the wardrobe, freeing it up for other things. | Retractable microlift – used in shallow cabinets, up to 50 cm deep. Convenience lies in the perpendicular arrangement to the bottom, where one of the parts of the model moves forward, allowing a person to take the necessary thing. Such a device is fixed with screws to the ceiling of the wardrobe system. |
| Round – fixed to the walls of the closet with special rod holders. This rod is suitable for storing medium-weight items on hangers: blouses, shirts, skirts, trousers. | Longitudinal – a traditional clothes rail that is fixed parallel to the floor or the bottom of the closet. It is comfortable to place hangers with clothes on it, and it is convenient to get them out at any time. | Pantograph – allows you to use the entire space of the wardrobe as rationally as possible. Such a rod is attached near the very ceiling of the wardrobe, and a special mechanism organizes the movement of the furniture lift, thereby allowing you to get the desired thing. |
| — | Floor - is a separate structure that can be transported around the apartment. You can also hang hangers with clothes on the rod. This design is often used in theater dressing rooms. | Accessories rod – these devices are placed on the doors of a wardrobe. It is convenient to store belts, scarves, ties and other items here. |
According to the dimensions, it can be noted that round section rods have a diameter of 25 mm, while oval counterparts have smaller indicators. The length of the rod depends on the width of the wardrobe; manufacturers often equip standard wardrobes with 1 m fittings. It is not recommended to use a clothes rail longer than 1.5 meters - this will prevent it from breaking under the weight of the clothes.
Practical materials
According to the technology of production of devices for storing clothes, all materials must be durable and reliable. Constant high load gradually presses the rod, which can lead to its breakage. In order to avoid a sad outcome, it is recommended to consider in more detail the materials for the production of floor, hanging rods:
- chromed steel is the most common material for clothes storage devices. The raw material is highly reliable and can withstand heavy loads for a long time. If the product is installed correctly, with the correct length of the rod, it will last for many years without a single scratch;
- metal alloys - used to produce rods for commercial purposes. For example, metal devices are well suited for organizing the storage of theatrical costumes, and can also serve as clothing racks in a store. Such a rod will be highly durable, but its appearance will not be attractive due to the lack of a coating;
- Galvanized steel. The production technology allows applying a special coating to the steel material, protecting the product from wear and corrosion. A hanging place for storing ties, scarves can be made of this material.
The method of installing the rod will depend on the parameters of the wardrobe or dressing room. If it is narrow and small, it makes sense to use longitudinal fastening. If the wardrobe has a good depth, you can perform transverse installation.
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