Monday 27 September 2021

What is a wardrobe? From the difference from a closet to the benefits of installing it

In winter, when many people come to work wearing coats, or when changing to uniforms or work clothes, the clothes that are put on and taken off from the office may be scattered. A cluttered office looks bad and can easily reduce work efficiency, so you need space to store and manage your clothes.

If you want to create space for your employees' clothes in your company, consider installing a wardrobe. The wardrobe is a storage facility for clothes and can be installed in the office.

Therefore, this time, for those who are considering introducing a wardrobe, we will explain the outline of the wardrobe, advantages and disadvantages, points to choose, etc.


1. What is a wardrobe?

A wardrobe is a storage furniture / equipment that stores clothes . Wardrobes are exclusively for clothing, and some have shelves for small items such as suits and shirts, hangers and belts. A feature of the wardrobe is that you can create a space to store your clothes together .

The wardrobe is a general term for storage equipment dedicated to clothing, so there is no definite equipment shape. The wardrobe also includes clothes chests, clothes cabinets, pipe hangers and pole hangers.

1-1. Difference between wardrobe and closet

Many people think of a closet when it comes to storing clothes. However, there is a clear difference between a wardrobe and a closet.

A closet is a storage space provided in a house or building. Although clothes are often stored in the closet, it is also used to store small items such as futons, bags and accessories, daily necessities and miscellaneous goods. The big difference is that the wardrobe is a storage for clothes only, as opposed to a closet that can store various items.

Also, the closet is installed in the room, so you cannot move to another room. In other words, the closet is a storage space for "making a comfortable living space."

On the other hand, the wardrobe is a storage facility that can be retrofitted to the room to collect and store easily cluttered clothes in one place. Therefore, installing a wardrobe will allow you to "properly organize and manage the clothes you need."

2. Types of wardrobes that can be installed in the office

There are many different types of wardrobes, as they refer to all storage facilities dedicated to clothing. When a company implements a wardrobe, it is important to choose the right product for the office.

Here, we will take up two types of wardrobes that can be installed in the office and explain their characteristics and how to use them.

2-1. Hanger rack type

The hanger rack type is a type that can be easily stored by hanging clothes on a hanger . There are no partitions such as doors, so you can quickly hang your clothes off and take them off.

However, the hanger rack type is a storage method that does not distinguish between users, so it is not suitable for use by a large number of people. It is also important to note that it is not suitable for storing valuables such as wallets and keys.

The hanger rack type comes in various shapes. Typical examples are the type that has casters on the bottom and can be moved, and the compact pole type that has a hanger hook. All of them do not take up a lot of installation space, so they have the advantage of being easy to install in an office with only one room .


2-2. Locker type

The locker type is a type that can store clothes in a locker with a door . A hanger pipe is installed inside the locker, so you can hang clothes and store small items other than clothes. Another feature is that users can be identified by attaching a nameplate to the door.

Please note that the locker type has a square box shape and the door needs to be opened and closed, so it takes up a lot of installation space. Locker-type wardrobes are suitable for offices where a large number of people are working and locker spaces and changing rooms can be provided.

3. Advantages and disadvantages of the wardrobe

There are advantages and disadvantages to introducing a wardrobe in the office. Compare the pros and cons of your wardrobe to determine if your office needs a wardrobe.

The benefits of introducing a wardrobe are:

● Employees can store coats and other jackets neatly

Since the wardrobe has a place where you can hang a hanger, you can hang a coat or other jacket on the hanger and store it neatly. Another advantage is that you can eliminate the habit of putting your jacket on your desk or chair and make your office look good.

● If you choose a personal locker type, it will lead to ensuring privacy.

Personal locker-type wardrobes have doors, and some products have a key. By locking the door and storing it, the clothes you take off will not be exposed to the public, which will help ensure your privacy .

● Can be installed without construction

The wardrobe does not need to be constructed at the time of installation. You can select products according to the size and number of users and install them in the office.

The disadvantages of introducing a wardrobe are:

● Installation space is required

Installation space is required to install the wardrobe Make sure you have enough width in front of your wardrobe to allow people to pass in front of your wardrobe, even when you take out your clothes.

● There is a limit to the jacket that can be stored

Although your jacket will wrinkle if you don't hang it on a hanger, there is a limit to the number of jackets you can store in your wardrobe. If you have a large number of employees, you should also prepare a number of wardrobes according to the number of employees.

4. Points when choosing a wardrobe

Before you actually buy a wardrobe, let's first understand the points of choosing a wardrobe. Since the users of the wardrobe installed in the office are employees, it is important that they are easy to use.

From here, I will explain the points when choosing a wardrobe to be installed in the office.

4-1. Choose the right size

Consider the number of clothes you can store in your wardrobe and choose the right size. The storage capacity required for storing work clothes, shoes, hats, etc. is larger than when storing only one work clothes. When storing outerwear such as coats, the depth and height of the wardrobe are also required.

However, if you make the wardrobe too large, it will take up a lot of installation space. It's important to choose a wardrobe that isn't too big and can hold as much as you need .

4-2. If space is limited, choose with casters

If your office space is limited and you don't have a lot of space to install your wardrobe, we recommend the movable type with casters. Even a large wardrobe is relatively easy to move if it is equipped with casters, so you can change the installation location if necessary .

For example, if an employee has casters, it is possible to set up a wardrobe at the entrance and exit when employees enter and leave the office, and usually leave it at the edge of the office. If you're worried that your wardrobe won't get in the way in your office, you might want to choose a product with casters.

4-3. Choose with a mirror in a uniformed office

Locker-type wardrobes with mirrors are recommended for offices where employees change into uniforms. If there is a mirror inside the locker, you can check your appearance such as buttons and ties after changing into your uniform. There is no need to move to another place to check your appearance, and if there are any deficiencies, you can fix them immediately .

Choose a locker-type wardrobe with a mirror so you don't have to put a large wardrobe in your office. If the space where you put your mirror is free, you can make effective use of that space.

summary

A wardrobe is a general term for storage facilities dedicated to clothing. Unlike the closet, which is a facility installed in the room, the wardrobe can be installed anywhere and its main function is to store clothes.

The advantage of installing a wardrobe is that it can be installed without any construction work and can store clothes neatly. If it is a personal locker type product, you can also secure privacy with a door or key.

When choosing a wardrobe to be installed in an office, it is important to consider the space in which it will be installed and the usability of employees. Let's choose a wardrobe that is useful for organizing and storing clothes by referring to the points introduced this time.


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