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Walk-In Wardrobe in the Bathroom: Yes or No?

Explore the pros and cons of having a walk-in wardrobe in the bathroom and find out whether it is right for your home

Pooja Khanna Tyagi
Pooja Khanna Tyagi4 January 2021
Houzz India Contributor. An Architect , Interior Designer, Valuer, a Marathon Runner, and love Writing Poetry and Creative Stories on Building Design. Have been practicing since the year 2000 with specialization in the field of Corporate Interiors with projects extensively published in journals of national repute. Recently honoured with the reputed A3 Foundation award for Journalism for the year 2016 an for architectural poetry in the year 2018. Currently practicing and residing in Delhi and Noida. Website: www.khannaenterprise.com, Email: poojakhanna224@gmail.com, M:9891993392
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The walk-in wardrobe has emerged as a luxurious addition to a home – it looks stylish, creates a well-organised space and ensures maximum efficiency in terms of storage. A walk-in wardrobe is usually integrated within extra space that is available within the bedroom or it is combined with the bathroom. If you love the idea of having a walk-in wardrobe within the bathroom then here’s what you need to know before you commit.
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What are the pros of a walk-in wardrobe in the bathroom?
  • It is convenient to have a walk-in wardrobe in the bathroom as one does not have to step into the bedroom from the bathroom to get dressed.
  • Another plus is that a walk-in-wardrobe within the bathroom offers greater privacy when getting dressed.
In this image, just see see how the walk-in wardrobe looks neat and has enough space for hanging shirts and trousers at different levels, open shelves for keeping folded clothes and a set of drawers for storing other garments and things.

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What are the cons of a walk-in wardrobe in the bathroom?
  • The biggest drawback of having a walk-in wardrobe in the bathroom is that the steam and humid air from the bathroom enters the clothes. This may result in the growth of mould and a musty odour. Additionally, airborne fecal bacteria can contaminate the clothes.
  • If guests use the walk-in wardrobe cum bathroom, there is less privacy as the contents and storage items of the walk-in wardrobe are fully visible and accessible.
  • Another minus is that the walk-in wardrobe might emerge as a security hazard, especially if it will be accessed by staff or an external agency for the purpose of cleaning. Therefore, it is advisable to go for a combination of open shelves and closed wardrobes that can be locked when required.
  • If the bathroom is being accessed by two partners then there is limited or restricted access to the walk-in wardrobe when the other partner is using the bathroom.
  • The bathroom will look messy if the walk-in wardrobe is not organised properly.
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What is the best way to combine the walk-in wardrobe with the bathroom?
  • It is advisable to have the walk-in wardrobe immediately outside the bathroom because that is where the user needs to get dressed.
  • Consider a hinged or sliding door, like in this example, to cordon off the bathroom from the walk-in wardrobe and demarcate them into two separate zones.
  • The best part about having a bathroom with an attached walk-in wardrobe is that the bathroom and the walk-in wardrobe can be accessed simultaneously by partners in a shared bedroom.
  • The walk-in wardrobe works as a buffer so the sounds from the bathroom shower or flush of the WC does not reach the bedroom.
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How to control moisture and dampness within the walk-in wardrobe?
  • Since a mouldy and damp environment can damage fabric, it is essential to incorporate a good exhaust fan that extracts moisture from the bathroom.
  • Keep silica gel pouches to control dampness within the wardrobe. The silica gel absorbs moisture and does not support fungal growth.
  • Make sure that the cabinets are not overfilled so that there is space for air to circulate freely.
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  • Open the windows of the bathroom, walk-in wardrobe (if any) and bedroom to bring in fresh air and circulate it around these areas.
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