Why a metal wardrobe?
1. Durability. A metal cabinet is exceptionally resistant to intensive use, especially when it is made of thick steel sheet and has a welded structure, reinforced with welds. This design prevents deformations and looseness in the doors. Additional surface protection – a nanoceramic coating (created in the zirconium conversion process) covered with powder varnish protects the metal against corrosion and the effects of moisture and cleaning agents.
2. Practicality. A metal wardrobe makes it easier to organize space, especially when it has a modular structure and the possibility of retrofitting with accessories. The offer of respected manufacturers includes models with shelves with high load-bearing capacity, equipped with, among others: with drawers, partitions, rods and hooks that help organize the contents. Wardrobes with legs and a sloping roof make cleaning easier, and those with a pull-out bench make changing clothes easier in the cloakroom. Well-designed furniture can be combined into rows to flexibly use the available space.
3. Aesthetics. it organizes the space and at the same time fits coherently into the room’s arrangement, especially when it has smooth varnished fronts, straight edges and hidden hinges. The durable, even powder coating gives it an elegant appearance and scratch resistance. Manufacturers offer a wide range of colors from the RAL palette, which allows you to match the wardrobe to the company’s visual identification or interior design – from classic gray to bold red.
Quality parameters – how to recognize a solid metal wardrobe?
Material and surface protection
A solid metal cabinet is made of 0.6-0.8 mm thick steel sheet. One of the most effective ways to protect it is zirconium conversion, which provides high corrosion resistance and excellent powder paint adhesion. In resistance tests (PN-EN ISO 9227:2017-06), black steel with a zirconium coating withstands up to 480 hours in a salt spray chamber – this method provides better protection than standard iron phosphating. The process is also environmentally friendly – it eliminates aggressive chemicals and reduces water consumption.
Body and door
The durability of the cabinet is also influenced by the welded structure, reinforced with welds. The factory-assembled body is more stable and less susceptible to deformation than models screwed together during assembly. The doors should be equally solid – reinforced with a steel profile, well-fitted and resistant to stress, so they do not bend and maintain their geometry for years. High-quality cabinets have two or three-point locking, hidden hinges and limiters that prevent slamming and extend the life of the structure.
Shelves and interior
In solid wardrobes, the shelves have a load capacity of at least 50-80 kg and are mounted in a dense grid of holes, which allows you to freely adjust their height. The interior of the furniture can be supplemented with partitions, bars and organizing inserts that make it easier to adjust the arrangement to the stored items. Thoughtful arrangement of elements increases functionality and allows you to fully use the available space.
Ventilation and hygiene
Well-designed cabinets have perforations in the door or back wall that ensure constant air flow and prevent the accumulation of moisture, unpleasant odors and mold. Additional elements – legs, plinth or sloping roof – help keep things clean. The legs make it possible to clean the floor under the wardrobe, the plinth prevents dirt from accumulating under the furniture, and the sloping roof limits dust accumulation. In social rooms and cloakrooms, such solutions are particularly important for hygiene, comfort and durability of the equipment.
Safety and standards
Cabinets equipped with cylinder, combination or electronic locks effectively protect the contents against unauthorized access. In larger facilities, the Master Key system works well, as it allows the administrator to open all cabinets with one key (without losing individual access for users). Respected manufacturers obtain PZH certificates for their products, the “B” safety mark and the ISO 9001 certificate, confirming durability, safety of use and compliance with occupational health and safety requirements.
Selecting a wardrobe for the space – different needs, different solutions
A metal wardrobe should be adapted to the conditions and functions of the room. A different model will work well in an employee’s cloakroom, another in a warehouse, and another in an office. The right choice is mainly determined by the structure, equipment, type of lock and aesthetics of the finish.
Changing rooms and social rooms
The most important things in locker rooms are cleanliness, comfort and order. Wardrobes with an internal partition allows you to separate work clothes from private clotheswhich helps maintain hygiene. Ventilation is also necessary. In smaller locker rooms, L-type models work well as they allow you to hang clothes and fit shoes or a backpack, and at the same time save space – two wardrobes fit into one standard space. Everyday comfort is provided by business card holders, benches integrated with the wardrobe, mirrors, towel racks and shelves for small items. It is also worth ensuring that you have an appropriate lock system that will protect your personal belongings.
Warehouses and workshops
In warehouses and workshops, the durability of furniture and good organization of the workplace are of key importance. In addition to cabinets for storing tools and parts, it is worth ensuring solid work tables. They are a good solution countertops made of thick (approx. 36 mm) plywood or beech laminated wood, protected with galvanized or stainless steel sheet or grooved rubber. This finish protects the surface against mechanical damage and facilitates cleaning. Ergonomics is also important – height adjustment, stable construction and equipment with drawers, shelves or tool extensions.
Offices and archives
In offices, metal cabinets help keep order and protect documents in accordance with GDPR requirements. They are perfect for storing binders and folders filing cabinets – with adjustable shelves with high load-bearing capacity and a two-point lockwhich ensures that the contents are safely closed. In turn, filing cabinets are designed to store documents in the format of cards or hanging folders. Have drawers with central locking and protection against falling outwhich facilitates everyday work with large amounts of data.
In representative areas, appearance is also important – smooth fronts, hidden hinges and matching RAL color allow for consistency with the rest of the decor. A good solution is that they come from one manufacturer – this guarantees compatibility of colors, accessories and style of all equipment.
A well-chosen metal wardrobe is an investment that will last for years. Thanks to its solid construction and resistance to intensive use, it does not require frequent replacement or expensive repairs. It reduces the costs of company equipment, while ensuring comfort of use and emphasizing the professional character of the space.
