Maximise storage, minimise floor swing, and elevate your bedroom with sliding door wardrobe designs tailored to Western Australian lifestyles. Joyce Kitchens designs and builds custom cabinetry in Perth—kitchens, bathrooms, laundries and wardrobes—so your robe can match your shaker kitchen, engineered stone benchtop, and overall interior scheme. Below you’ll find practical advice, materials, layouts, typical costs in WA, and a step-by-step renovation process.
Why sliding door wardrobe designs work in WA homes
Sliding wardrobe designs save space by removing the door swing, which is ideal for Perth apartments, narrow rooms, and family homes where every millimetre matters. With floor-to-ceiling panels, you also reduce dust traps and visually heighten the room—perfect for 2,400–2,700 mm WA ceiling heights.
- Space efficiency: No swing clearance; great near beds or corridors.
- Style versatility: From mirrored doors for extra light to Hamptons-style panels that echo a shaker profile.
- Custom internals: Maximise storage with drawers, adjustable shelves, shoe towers, tie racks, and integrated LED lighting.
- Family-friendly: Soft-close hardware and safety glazing for mirrors and glass.
- Whole-home cohesion: We coordinate wardrobes with kitchen renovations Perth, bathroom vanities and laundry fit-outs for a consistent look.
Safety and compliance note for Australian homes:
- Glass and mirror panels should comply with AS/NZS 2208 and be installed to AS 1288 glazing requirements.
- Cabinet construction quality can be benchmarked to AS/NZS 4386 (domestic cabinetry). Ask for compliant materials and fixings.
Helpful AU authorities: HIA, Master Builders WA, and WA Building and Energy.
The Joyce Kitchens Perth process (end-to-end)
- In-home consult and measure: We assess walls, skirting, cornices, power points and floor level—critical for smooth sliding tracks in WA homes where slabs can vary.
- Design + 3D visuals: We balance panel widths (typically 700–1,100 mm each), track type, and wardrobe internals for your needs.
- Selections: Choose from melamine/laminate, timber veneer, painted glass, mirror, and 2-pack polyurethane. Hardware from trusted brands (Häfele, Blum) with soft-close options.
- Quoted scope: Transparent pricing including demolition (if needed), scribing, bulkheads, LED lighting, and delivery/installation.
- Local manufacturing: Custom cabinetry WA—made for Perth climate, salt air, and everyday use.
- Installation: Our cabinetmakers fit tracks, plumb and level doors, and fine-tune rollers. Electrical works (for lighting/outlets) are done by licensed WA electricians.
- Aftercare and warranty: Guidance on cleaning, lubrication and adjustments; hardware warranty as specified.
Materials and finishes for sliding wardrobe doors
Door material affects look, weight, maintenance and budget. Below is a quick comparison:
| Finish | Pros | Considerations | Typical Door Cost (Perth) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mirror (safety-backed) | Brightens rooms, makes spaces feel larger, timeless | Fingerprints; must meet AS/NZS 2208 for safety | $450–$900 per panel |
| Painted Glass (coloured/frosted) | Premium look, easy to wipe, modern | Heavier; shows dust; safety glass required | $650–$1,200 per panel |
| Melamine/Laminate (Laminex/Polytec) | Budget-friendly, huge colour range, durable | Edges visible; can show wear over time | $300–$700 per panel |
| Timber Veneer | Natural warmth, suits Hamptons and contemporary | Pricey; needs gentle care; UV can affect tone | $800–$1,500 per panel |
Tracks, frames and hardware
- Frames: Slim aluminium frames (matt black, white, satin) or concealed (minimalist) options.
- Track systems: Bottom-rolling with adjustable twin rollers are common; top-hung used where floors undulate. Soft-close dampers add a premium feel.
- Internals: 16–18 mm moisture-resistant melamine carcasses; drawers on soft-close runners; pull-out shoe racks and tie/belt racks from Häfele/Blum.
- Lighting: Sensor-activated LED strips; use quality drivers rated for Australian mains.
Coastal tip for WA: choose corrosion-resistant hardware and keep tracks clean—Perth’s sea breeze carries fine sand and salt that can affect rollers over time.
Layouts and style ideas for sliding wardrobe designs
Popular layouts
- Two-panel slider: Ideal for 1.6–2.2 m openings; generous access to half the wardrobe at a time.
- Three-panel slider: Works for 2.4–3.6 m spans for near-full access by stacking panels.
- Floor-to-ceiling: Eliminates bulkheads and dust shelves; maximises storage with overhead cupboards.
- Corner solutions: L-shape internals with sliding fronts; consider a wider middle opening for corner reach.
- Built-in vs walk-in robe (WIR): Sliding doors suit built-ins; in a WIR, sliders can screen off clutter or create zones.
Style directions
- Hamptons/Shaker look: 2-pack polyurethane rails-and-stiles create a shaker profile that pairs with a shaker kitchen and classic trims.
- Contemporary minimalist: Frameless-look painted glass or matt melamine with recessed finger pulls.
- Urban/industrial: Matt black frames, reeded or smoked glass, and textured woodgrain melamine.
- Scandi-coastal: Light timber veneer, white frames, integrated LED—great for bright Perth interiors.
Whole-home cohesion: If you are renovating multiple spaces, we can match wardrobe panels with kitchen doors, bathroom vanity finishes, and laundry cabinetry. That includes aligning a kitchen splashback colour to painted glass robes, or pairing custom cabinetry WA details like scribe panels and bulkheads across rooms.
Costs, timing and inclusions
Every project is bespoke, but these WA price guides help planning:
- Built-in, 2-panel melamine slider (supply & install): approx. $1,800–$3,500
- Built-in, mirror/glass premium slider: approx. $2,800–$5,500
- Large 3-panel with internals and lighting: approx. $4,500–$9,000+
- Walk-in robe with sliding room divider: typically $8,000–$20,000 depending on size and finishes
Factors: span and height, number of panels, finish (melamine vs glass vs veneer), internals (drawers vs shelving), soft-close hardware, LED lighting, scribing/bulkheads, and access for installation.
Timelines: Design and selections 1–2 weeks; manufacture 2–6 weeks depending on materials; installation 1–2 days for most built-ins; complex WIRs may take longer.
Bundling note: Doing a wardrobe alongside a kitchen or laundry can reduce overall site visits and help coordinate colours, engineered stone benchtop profiles and hardware—saving time and cost during kitchen renovations Perth.
Short WA project examples
Case study 1: Coastal Cottesloe built-in
A 2.7 m three-panel slider in matt white melamine with black aluminium frames. Internals featured soft-close drawers, double hanging, and a pull-out shoe tower. Coastal-ready hardware selected for salt air. Installed in one day; budget $4,200.
Case study 2: Mount Lawley apartment refresh
Two-panel safety-backed mirror doors to bounce light in a compact bedroom. We added LED strip lighting with a door sensor and a slim bulkhead to hide the top track. Result: brighter room and 30% more hanging space. Budget $3,100.
Quick definitions
What is melamine?
A durable decorative surface bonded to particleboard or MDF. It’s cost-effective, easy to clean, and widely used for wardrobe carcasses and doors.
What is 2-pack polyurethane?
A factory-sprayed painted finish that cures hard for a premium, smooth surface—great for shaker-style panels and colour matching.
Soft-close vs self-close
Soft-close uses dampers to slow doors/drawers for a quiet finish; self-close simply pulls the mechanism shut at the end of travel.
Sliding wardrobe design checklist (save this)
- Measure ceiling height at multiple points; note the lowest for track clearance.
- Confirm opening width and preferred number of panels (2 or 3).
- Decide on door finish: mirror, painted glass, melamine/laminate, or veneer.
- Choose frame colour (black, white, satin) and handle/finger pull style.
- Plan internals: hanging (short/long), drawers, shelves, shoe racks, accessories.
- Add lighting: LED strip with door sensor; confirm power availability.
- Consider soft-close dampers for panels and soft-close runners for drawers.
- Think whole-home: match finishes with your kitchen, laundry, or bathroom vanity.
- Ask about compliance for glass (AS/NZS 2208) and hardware warranties.
- Book a Joyce Kitchens consult for design, selections and a fixed-scope quote.
Planning a kitchen at the same time? We’ll align pantry and fridge cavity sizes to common Australian appliances and coordinate finishes so your robes complement your custom cabinetry WA throughout the home.
FAQ
What size should sliding wardrobe doors be in Australia?
Most sliding wardrobe doors in Australia are 2,100–2,700 mm high (to suit common WA ceiling heights) and 700–1,100 mm wide per panel. Two-panel openings often span 1,600–2,200 mm; three-panel designs suit 2,400–3,600 mm. Your track system and frame add a small allowance, so final door sizes are confirmed after an on-site measure.
Are mirrored sliding doors safe for wardrobes?
Yes—when you specify safety-backed mirror or toughened glass that meets AS/NZS 2208 and is installed to AS 1288. Joyce Kitchens uses compliant glazing and backing films so, if breakage occurs, the glass is held together to reduce injury risk.
How much do sliding door wardrobes cost in Perth?
As a guide, simple two-panel melamine sliders start around $1,800–$3,500 supplied and installed. Mirror or painted glass panels typically range from $2,800–$5,500. Larger three-panel wardrobes with premium internals and lighting can be $4,500–$9,000+, and custom walk-in robes with sliding dividers often range from $8,000–$20,000 depending on size and finishes.
What materials are best for sliding wardrobe doors?
Mirror (safety-backed) brightens and enlarges rooms; painted or frosted glass delivers a premium modern look; melamine/laminate offers durability and value; and timber veneer provides natural warmth. Your choice depends on budget, desired style, maintenance preferences and room lighting.
How do I maintain sliding wardrobe tracks and rollers?
Vacuum dust and grit from the tracks regularly, wipe with a damp cloth, and use a silicone-free dry lubricant on rollers and guides. Check panel alignment annually and adjust the bottom rollers to keep doors plumb, especially in Perth homes where floors can settle slightly over time.
