Oak Wardrobe Guide

A wardrobe should be an item of furniture that gets the balance between practical storage and an appealing aesthetic just right. The selection of oak wardrobes listed throughout this website do exactly that, making any of them the perfect candidate for your bedroom.

While the presence of some furnishings such as desks and dressing tables in the bedroom may be optional, the wardrobe is not, and apart from the bed itself it is the most frequently used furniture item in this room.

Therefore it is of vital importance that the model you choose is capable of standing up to the daily wear and tear that it will be subjected to. In addition to resilience and robustness, other qualities sought during the search stages should include space and storage versatility.

The oak wardrobe ticks all of these boxes - the solid oak versions in particular. Being a naturally occurring hardwood, oak is both one of the strongest materials used in furniture construction as well as being arguably the most beautiful.

Some of the styles of wardrobe listed here include:

• Double wardrobes: commonly found with 2 doors and available both with and without drawers
• Triple wardrobes: for bedrooms that require maximum storage
• Solid oak wardrobes: offering strength and quality in abundance at competitive prices
• Rustic and traditional: perfect for creating a warm, homely feel to your bedroom
• Contemporary designs: adding a modern twist to the traditional wardrobe design

Through most of the units found throughout these pages, storage is typically offered through a large upper section as well as built-in lower drawers. The hanging section will provide a clothes rail stretching from side to side internally. In some of the larger oak triple wardrobe models the hanging section may divide into 2 compartments, but this can vary on a model by model basis.

Integrating drawers is an invaluable way to enable you to store other items beside those that require hanging. These lower placed drawers are often used for storing underwear, footwear, and a mixture of smaller sized clothing items such as shorts, swimming equipment and even bedding.

A common problem of furniture drawers is that they don't last very long without some form of maintenance. That's why the solid oak wardrobes here all offer drawers entirely constructed using premium grade oak timbers. By combining only the finest pieces of wood with dovetail joinery techniques, the drawers are incredibly strong and are not going to bend or buckle when loaded.

In addition to the performance benefits of solid wood wardrobes, they are also far more attractive and radiate quality, which is in part due to the construction process itself, carried out by hand, with a real attention to detail paid by the highly skilled woodworkers.

The final stages of this process involves the application of specialised furniture wax which has the dual roles of accentuating the natural beauty of the underlying oak grain, as well as protecting the oak wood surface from accidental damage and scratches.

For further information related to the different styles of wardrobe available here as well as details of the more popular models please continue reading or use the menus on the right hand side to browse the category listings.

Popular Designs and Styles

Of course the right oak wardrobe for your home will depend on the overall style of your bedroom and home, but the models mentioned for sale in the following sections should get you started off on the right foot.

The main decisions to make initially are whether or not you are looking for a more traditional style wardrobe, or something which draws its design inspiration from contemporary sources.

Once the style is agreed upon, a second equally important criteria to resolve is the size. All of the items listed here come in either a double or triple wardrobe size. For most homes a double oak wardrobe offers sufficient space, but if you have the extra space a triple model is a great option. The extra space offered can also save you having to add additional storage devices to the bedroom.

Solid Oak

As previously stated, solid oak wardrobes are amazing items of furniture that are available in pretty much the same price bracket as those which utilise veneers or other materials.

With most things in life it is a case of you get what you pay for, but with these models you are certainly getting value for money in excess of what you can expect to pay. People are often put off looking for solid oak models as they have the misconception that the prices are significantly higher.

Take a look at this Oakdale solid oak wardrobe for a popular option from this category. It is the perfect example within this range and also includes additional storage space via the lower double drawer.

With these furniture storage solutions, you can expect them to last for many years, while the superior construction techniques ensure that they will keep their visual appeal for their entire lifespan.

For those looking for a traditional design or a darker oak, then this Solid oak rustic wardrobe should tick all of the right boxes. It also goes to prove that with this hardwood wardrobes you can expect superior looks as well as performance!

Double Wardrobes

The double oak wardrobes for sale here are available with or without drawers. Typically they measure between 90cm and 110cm in width, so can be used even in bedrooms where space is more limited.

This contemporary oak wardrobe for example is 90cm wide and looks stunning. It is also available in the same style but with 2 full length drawers which can be seen here: contemporary oak wardrobe with drawers.

All of the double models listed here provide an upper hanging storage area that is concealed by 2 oak wardrobes doors. Another popular example is the Alto wardrobe which is made from a slightly lighter oak. It also boasts a large drawer to provide extra storage in addition to the internal clothes rail and lower platform which the drawer is located below.

Triple Wardrobes

While less common than their smaller cousins, the triple oak wardrobes are the ultimate bedroom storage accessory. Whereas with the double models drawers are not necessarily included with each model, each of the triple wardrobes featured here provide at least 2 - and up to 4 - generous drawer spaces.

Another common point shared amongst this range is the utilisation of a double wardrobe section which is adjoined by a smaller single wardrobe section. Each part is complemented with an equally sized drawer section directly below it.

Two great examples from this range include the following: Tokyo Solid Oak Triple Wardrobe and the Rustic Oak Triple Wardrobe.

These two models beautifully demonstrate the differences between the contemporary and traditional designs available, ensuring that whichever side your bedroom leans towards it is well catered for.

Please note that if you can't find your ideal wardrobe for sale at this time, here at OakWardrobe.org.uk we are constantly updating our listings so check back here soon.