Shaker
A recessed panel inside a simple frame. It suits period homes and looks just as good in a modern room in a soft colour.
Hinged wardrobes · Newcastle
Hinged door wardrobes in Newcastle, classic and practical
Fitted wardrobes with traditional opening doors, made to measure for homes across Newcastle. Open a door and the whole section is in view.
Shaker to handlelessSoft-close hingesGood in period homes
See everything at onceNo overlapping panels and no shuffling to reach things.
Overview
Why choose hinged wardrobe doors?
Hinged doors are the traditional way to close a wardrobe. When you open one, you can see and reach everything behind it. That makes the inside easy to plan and getting dressed a little quicker.
They also give you the widest choice of styles. Panelled doors suit the Victorian and Edwardian rooms found in Gosforth and across Newcastle. Slab and handleless doors give a cleaner look in new builds.
The main thing to check is the space in front, as each door needs room to swing. Where that space is tight, sliding door wardrobes may suit you better.
Door styles
Popular hinged door styles
The door style sets the tone for the room. These four are the ones we discuss most often.
Design options
Hinged wardrobe design ideas
Handles and door combinations change the feel of a hinged wardrobe. Here are three ideas to start with.
Slim bar handles
Tall, flat doors with slim brass handles look smart against a white finish.
Woodgrain with mirror doors
Warm woodgrain doors, a pair of mirror doors and a drawer stack make a practical mix.
Simple round knobs
Small knobs on plain doors give a relaxed look in cottages and family bedrooms.
Photography on this page is licensed design-inspiration imagery. It shows styles and finishes, not installations completed by our team.
Materials & finishes
Colours, woodgrains and hardware
Hinged doors come in almost any colour or texture. We bring samples and handles to your visit so you can compare them in the room.
Polar white mattBright, clean and timeless
CashmereSoft warm neutral
SageMuted green for calm rooms
Midnight blueRich, tailored colour
Natural oak effectWarm, light woodgrain
Silver mirrorBounces light around the room
Soft heritage colours such as cashmere and sage suit shaker doors in older homes. White and pale tones keep smaller rooms bright, while woodgrain adds warmth.
Soft-close hinges stop the doors banging shut. Handles, knobs or push-to-open catches are chosen to suit the door style.
- Soft-close hinges
- Handles, knobs or push-to-open
- Mix door styles on one run
- Matching end panels
Why it works
Are hinged wardrobes better than sliding wardrobes?
It depends on the room. Hinged doors are often the better choice for these reasons.
Full access
Every rail, shelf and drawer behind an open door is easy to reach.
Simple interior planning
With no overlapping panels, drawers can go wherever you want them.
Good for alcoves
Single or paired doors fit neatly in chimney-breast recesses, where sliding doors can look out of place.
Easy to adjust
Hinges can be fine-tuned over time, which keeps the doors lined up.
Installation
How we fit hinged wardrobes in Newcastle homes
Hinged doors show every small gap, so careful fitting matters. In older Newcastle houses we scribe to uneven walls and work around picture rails and chimney breasts. Our alcove wardrobes page has more ideas for recesses. As a guide, fitting a single wall usually takes one to two days.
Plan the door swing
We check the space to the bed, furniture and room door, then size the doors.
Level and scribe
The frame is levelled and fixed, and the edges are scribed to the walls.
Hang and align
Each door is hung and adjusted so the gaps are even.
Fit hardware
We fit the handles or catches and test every door.
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Related services
Every space is different. These related services are often combined or considered alongside this one.
How much space do I need in front of a hinged wardrobe?
You need enough room for the door to open fully and for you to stand in front of it. As a rough guide, that is the width of the door plus a little extra. We check this at your visit.
How much does a hinged wardrobe cost?
It depends on the width, the door style and the fittings inside. You get an itemised quote once we have visited. Our fitted wardrobe costs guide explains what affects the price.
Which door style suits a Victorian or Edwardian home?
Shaker and other panelled doors are a natural match, especially in heritage colours. Many Newcastle period homes also suit a simple handleless design, depending on the look you want.
Can I have a mirror on a hinged wardrobe?
Yes. A mirror door can go anywhere in the run, and it can sit alongside painted or woodgrain doors.
Can I use both hinged and sliding doors?
Yes. Some homes have sliding doors on a long wall and hinged doors in the alcoves. We can show you both at your visit.
Do you fit hinged wardrobes outside Newcastle?
Yes. We are based in Newcastle and also fit wardrobes in Gateshead, Sunderland, Durham, Whitley Bay and North Shields.
Free design consultation
Design your hinged wardrobe
Design visits are free in Newcastle and the surrounding towns. We’ll measure your room, bring door samples and send a clear quote, with no obligation.
- Free home visit and precise measurements
- Design ideas tailored to your room
- A clear, itemised quote with no obligation