DIY Bulit in wardrobe with full dimensions

DIY Built-In Wardrobe with Full Dimensions — Scandinavian Oak Finish

Finished Wardrobe Dimensions

  • Overall width: 3000mm
  • Overall height: 2400mm
  • Overall depth: 600mm

Style: 

  • Clean Scandinavian design
  • Flat-panel oak finish
  • Minimal visible hardware
  • Soft neutral aesthetic

Recommended Materials

Main Structure

  • 18mm oak veneer plywood
  • 6mm plywood backing
  • Solid oak edge banding

Hardware

  • Soft-close hinges
  • Drawer slides
  • Confirmat screws
  • Shelf pins
  • Hanging rails
  • Push-to-open hardware (optional)

Internal Layout Overview

┌───────────┬──────────────┬───────────┐
│ Shelving  │ Hanging Area │ Drawers   │
│ Section   │ Double Rail  │ Section   │
└───────────┴──────────────┴───────────┘

Section Dimensions

Section Width
Left shelving 800mm
Center hanging 1400mm
Right drawers 800mm

Cut List — Carcass Panels

Side Panels

Part Qty Dimensions
Outer side panels 2 18×600×2400mm
Inner divider panels 2 18×600×2364mm

Top & Bottom Panels

Part Qty Dimensions
Top panels 3 18×600×764mm
Bottom panels 3 18×600×764mm

Back Panels

Part Qty Dimensions
Rear backing 3 6×782×2364mm

Shelving Section

Adjustable Shelves

Part Qty Dimensions
Shelves 5 18×580×764mm

Spacing:

  • 300–350mm adjustable increments

Hanging Section

Hanging Rails

Part Qty Dimensions
Upper rail 1 25×1400mm
Lower rail 1 25×1400mm

Rail Heights:

  • Upper rail: 1900mm
  • Lower rail: 950mm

Drawer Section

Drawer Boxes

Part Qty Dimensions
Drawer fronts 4 18×220×764mm
Drawer sides 8 18×500×180mm
Drawer backs 4 18×728×180mm
Drawer bottoms 4 6×728×500mm

Door Dimensions

Full Height Doors

Part Qty Dimensions
Doors 6 18×496×2350mm

Gap spacing:

  • 2–3mm between doors

Assembly Steps

1. Build Carcass

  • Assemble side panels and dividers.
  • Install top and bottom panels.
  • Confirm structure is square.

2. Install Back Panels

  • Attach 6mm backing.
  • Backing helps prevent racking.

3. Add Internal Components

  • Install shelves.
  • Mount hanging rails.
  • Install drawer slides and drawers.

4. Install Doors

  • Use concealed soft-close hinges.
  • Adjust gaps evenly.

5. Apply Finish

Scandinavian look recommendations:

  • Matte polyurethane
  • Natural oak oil
  • Whitewash stain
  • Light satin finish

Scandinavian Design Details

Recommended Features

  • Flat slab doors
  • Minimal handles
  • Light oak tones
  • Matte finish
  • Clean lines
  • Hidden hardware

Optional Add-Ons

  • LED strip lighting
  • Pull-out laundry basket
  • Shoe shelves
  • Full-length mirror
  • Glass display section
  • Sliding doors
  • Jewelry organizer drawers

Recommended Clearances

Area Clearance
Door gaps 2–3mm
Drawer side clearance 12–13mm
Hanging depth Minimum 550mm
Shelf pin spacing 32mm system

Best Finish Combinations

Style Finish
Scandinavian Natural Matte clear oil
Modern Nordic White oak stain
Luxury Oak Satin polyurethane
Soft Minimalist Lime wash finish

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