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Planning a sliding wardrobe door project? Our Help & Advice centre brings together practical guides, expert tips and design inspiration to help you measure, design and install made-to-measure sliding wardrobe doors with confidence. Written by the Wardrobe Doors Direct team, these guides are based on real customer projects and years of experience supplying bespoke sliding wardrobe doors across the UK. Whether you are installing doors yourself or working with a joiner, you’ll find clear advice covering measuring, installation, materials, interiors and design ideas.
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Plan and buy sliding wardrobe doors with expert guidance covering measuring sizing design options and installation for a perfect made-to-measure fit.
Explore stylish built-in wardrobe ideas with sliding wardrobe doors flexible interior storage options and clever design tips to maximise space and organise your bedroom beautifully.
Explore black sliding wardrobe doors including glass and graphite panels frame choices and made-to-measure designs to create a sleek modern bedroom.
Learn how to choose the right sliding wardrobe door sizes, measure your space accurately, and select door layouts for a perfect made-to-measure fit.
Discover sliding wardrobe doors, including styles, materials and finishes, helping you understand options before planning your perfect fitted storage solution.
Explore oak sliding wardrobe doors, including Natural Casella, Halifax, and Marone finishes, with tips on styling, panel layouts, and creating a bespoke made-to-measure wardrobe.
Discover Rusty Red, Antique Rose, and Blush Pink sliding wardrobe doors, with practical advice on finishes, room suitability, and creating a personalised, stylish bedroom design.
Explore green sliding wardrobe doors in Sage, Reed and Agave tones, with design ideas, panel combinations and expert tips to help you choose the perfect finish.
Discover the different grey sliding wardrobe door options available, from panel finishes and colours to frame, Shaker and frameless designs.
Explore sliding wardrobe door kits with a range of panels, finishes, and door configurations. Perfect for DIY installation and creating a bespoke, space-saving wardrobe solution.
A guide to creating Scandinavian inspired sliding wardrobe doors.
Discover home office sliding wardrobe doors with smart storage ideas mirrored gym options and frameless designs to create organised flexible and clutter-free workspaces.
An introduction to our bedside units with open shelves and optional pull-out drawers.
In this article we go in depth into how to install a frame to create built-in sliding wardrobe doors.
In this article we take a look at sliding wardrobe doors wheels and how their features affect the performance of your sliding wardrobe doors.
A 'how to' guide to installing a wardrobe end panel between a floor and ceiling.
A 'how to' guide to scribing a panel to a wall so it fits perfectly flush against an uneven wall.
This is a question we are frequently asked so we have written this article which offers help and advice when looking to employ a wardrobe fitter.
In this article we look at what we think are the most unusual and imaginative uses of our sliding wardrobe doors.
A 'how to' guide to removing a section of skirting board or coving without removing from or damaging the wall.
Find out how much fitted wardrobes cost in the UK, explore sliding door designs, frame and panel options, and plan interiors to suit your space.
In this article we discuss why you may want use three separate tracks / triple-tracks for a three door system and what the benefits are.
A 'how to' guide to achieving the cleanest cuts and preventing chipping when cutting melamine-faced chipboard (MFC).
An introduction to our sliding barn doors hardware kits for DIY installation. The kits are available in 3 different designs and come with two soft-close mechanisms as standard.
In this article we go in-depth into the pros and cons of standard-size sliding wardrobe doors and if they are a good low cost option.
In this article we discuss how many sliding wardrobe doors will work best for an aperture / opening width and how the doors will work with the interiors.
Discover frameless sliding wardrobe doors including handle options finishes sizes and expert buying advice to help you create a sleek made-to-measure wardrobe solution.
There are a number of online retailers selling sliding wardrobe doors online what sets us apart?
Compare where to buy sliding wardrobe doors in the UK from DIY to made-to-measure options with practical advice on choosing the best fit quality and value.
Discover Shaker sliding wardrobe doors with made-to-measure panel layouts, painted frame finishes, and practical design tips to help create a timeless fitted wardrobe look.
In this article we go in-depth into Melamine-faced chipboard (MFC) and why we use it in our sliding wardrobe doors and wardrobe interiors.
In this article we discuss how to compare our sliding wardrobe doors and what the potential differences are with other retailers.
A 'how to' guide to cleaning and maintaining your sliding wardrobe doors.
Explore industrial sliding wardrobe doors including black framed styles glass options and made-to-measure solutions for contemporary interiors and bedrooms.
In this article we explain the benefits of changing your old hinged doors to sliding wardrobe doors.
Your feedback is important to us as it compliments us on what we are doing right and highlights areas that could be improved.
In this article we provide a walk through of how to get the most out of our sliding wardrobe doors designer.
We explain the different ways you can create a 'floor-to-ceiling' look using an infill panel in the space between the top of your wardrobe and the ceiling.
A helpful guide to how to install our wardrobe doors on different floor types.
A helpful guide to installing our wardrobe doors when you have a sloping or sagging floor.
We asked a number of interior designers and design experts to give us their ideas and tips on sliding wardrobe doors, sliding room dividers and pocket sliding doors.
Explore the range of white sliding wardrobe doors, including glass, MFC, Shaker and frameless options, with tips, free samples, and made-to-measure designs.
A look at how our sliding wardrobe doors can be used as glass display cabinets as well as useful storage.
In this article we look at our minimalist sliding wardrobe door.
An introduction into Shoji Japanese sliding doors and how to achieve the look using with our oriental sliding doors.
In this article we explain how we keep our prices as low as possible on our sliding wardrobe doors, sliding room dividers and pocket doors.
A helpful guide to creating pocket sliding doors which are a great way to save space in any room and are particularly useful when dividing larger rooms.
A helpful 'how to' guide to DIY installing sliding wardrobe doors with an angle for when you have sloping ceiling.
A helpful 'how to' guide to DIY installing sliding wardrobe doors with an angle for when you have sloping ceiling.
A helpful guide to why sliding wardrobe doors are the perfect storage solution for your bedroom.
A helpful guide to using our sliding wardrobe doors in an alcove.
A helpful guide to installing sliding wardrobe doors when there are irregularities in the wall or immovable obstacles.
Discover how floor-to-ceiling wardrobe doors maximise storage, create a seamless look, and offer made-to-measure, DIY-friendly solutions with flexible design options.
In this article we outline the main components of our aluminium framed sliding doors and room dividers with profile diagrams and technical dimensions.
In this article we outline the main components of our steel framed sliding doors with profile diagrams and technical dimensions.
A look at how we construct our aluminium and steel frames sliding wardrobe doors and sliding room dividers.
A helpful guide to modern sliding room dividers and moveable partitions for DIY installation.
Explore made-to-measure DIY sliding wardrobe doors with versatile panel styles, effortless installation, and practical tips to create a sleek, personalised wardrobe space.
Discover how made-to-measure sliding wardrobe doors provide a flawless fit for any space, with custom widths, extra-tall options, and DIY-friendly installation.
A look at the differences between our bottom load-bearing sliding wardrobe doors and top-hung sliding wardrobe doors.
A helpful guide to designing and installing extra wide sliding wardrobe doors and large wardrobes.
Our sliding wardrobe door jargon buster explains industry specific terminology we may use on this website.
An overview of how long a typical sliding wardrobe door installation would take to fit.
A helpful guide to decorating wardrobe doors with paint, wallpaper, fabric and wall stickers or wall art decals.
Discover narrow wardrobes designed for small bedrooms with sliding doors smart layouts and made-to-measure options to maximise storage and improve space.
A helpful guide to replacing old sliding or hinged wardrobe doors with new sliding wardrobe doors.
A look at some of the different ways you can enhance the appearance of your sliding wardrobe doors using a frame or border.
Explore made-to-measure mirrored sliding wardrobe doors, perfect for brightening rooms, saving space, and combining mirrors with coloured MFC panels for a stylish, practical look.
An overview of the wide variety of lighting options available for use both inside and outside your wardrobe, to enhance its appearance and functionality.
A helpful guide to planning and installing a wardrobe with sliding doors in a converted loft space.
A helpful guide to the options available when planning and creating the interior of your sliding door wardrobe.
A useful guide to the two framing materials we use for our sliding wardrobe doors and how to select the option that best suits your needs.
A helpful guide to planning and installing an L-shaped wardrobe with sliding doors, across the corner of a room.
A look at how you can create useful storage opportunities throughout your whole home using sliding wardrobe doors.
2013 proved to be a busy and exciting year for us - here are just some of the highlights from the last 12 months and a look ahead to 2014.
Follow our simple installation guide for sliding wardrobe doors interiors and framing kits with clear step-by-step instructions for a smooth accurate and stress-free fitting process.
Learn how to measure your wardrobe opening correctly for sliding wardrobe doors with simple step-by-step guidance to ensure a perfect fit and smooth installation.

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