Practical tips from our workshop to help you plan better storage — whether or not you work with us.
The space above a standard wardrobe collects dust instead of storing things.
Fix: go floor-to-ceiling and use the top section for suitcases, bedding and out-of-season clothes.One long rail wastes space under short items like shirts and jackets.
Fix: plan double-hanging zones for short items, with a smaller long-hang section for dresses and coats.Shoes end up on the floor and belts, ties and bags have no home.
Fix: include pull-out shoe racks, shallow drawers and hooks in the design from day one.Hinged doors that clash with the bed or a bedroom door make a wardrobe frustrating to use.
Fix: measure the clearance and choose sliding or hinged doors to match the room.Cheap board can swell, sag or attract mould in humid rooms.
Fix: choose quality board and finishes suited to local conditions, with good ventilation inside.Sinks, kettles and cooking create steam and spills every day.
Tip: use moisture-resistant board for base units, especially around the sink.Hinges and drawer runners do the most work in a kitchen and fail first when they're cheap.
Tip: soft-close hinges and quality runners are a small cost that adds years of life.Items at the back of deep base cupboards are hard to reach and get forgotten.
Tip: deep drawers and pull-out organisers bring everything to you.A finish that marks easily will look tired within months.
Tip: durable laminates and quality paint finishes wipe clean and resist daily wear.One lump-sum price hides where corners may be cut.
Tip: insist on materials, hardware, labour, transport and installation listed separately — like every Johms quote.If we find extra storage space you hadn't noticed, we'll include it at no extra cost — that's our No Clutter Promise.