Frame materials — MFC and moisture-resistant MDF
The carcass — the structural box of the wardrobe — is where quality starts. We use two core materials depending on the room and budget.
Melamine-faced chipboard (MFC) is our standard carcass material. It is durable, cost-effective, and available in dozens of finishes that match our door ranges. The 18mm thickness we use is structurally sound for wardrobes up to 2.7m tall without extra bracing, and the melamine surface resists scratches, moisture, and fading better than raw timber. All our MFC is FSC-certified and sourced from European mills.
Moisture-resistant MDF (MR-MDF) is used for all laminate door frames, Shaker in-frame profiles, and any carcass going into a high-humidity room — bathrooms, en-suites, or south-facing bedrooms that get very warm. MR-MDF takes laminate beautifully, edges cleanly, and will not swell if the room conditions fluctuate. It is heavier and more expensive than MFC, but the finish is noticeably richer.
Both materials are cut on CNC machines to 0.1mm tolerances, edge-banded with matching or contrasting PVC, and drilled with hinge and shelf-pin holes before they leave the factory. That precision is what makes installation fast and the final result gap-free.
Laminate finishes — Egger
We specify Egger laminates for the majority of our projects because the range is wide, the quality is consistent, and the colour matching between batches is reliable — important if you add to your wardrobe years later.
Egger's Premium Collection offers textured surfaces that feel like real timber — synchronised pores that follow the grain, matte finishes that do not show fingerprints, and deep, stable colour saturation. The Decor Selection range gives broader choice for budget-conscious projects without a visible drop in quality.
Popular choices among our London clients include H3309 Sand Gladstone Oak for warm, neutral bedrooms; U963 Diamond Grey for contemporary schemes; and W1000 Premium White for crisp, bright spaces that need to feel larger. We bring physical samples to every home survey so you can see them in your actual light.
Laminate wood tones — walnut, oak and birch
For clients who want the warmth of timber without the cost or maintenance of solid wood, our laminate wood-tone range is the most popular choice.
Oak is the most versatile — it works in period properties and new builds, lightens dark alcoves, and ages gracefully. Our oak laminates range from pale Scandinavian tones through to richer, honeyed shades.
Walnut is deeper and more formal. It suits master bedrooms, walk-in dressing rooms, and any space where the wardrobe is intended as a feature rather than background. Walnut laminates have a straight grain with subtle figuring — dramatic without being flashy.
Birch is lighter and more contemporary. It pairs well with white or grey doors, flat-panel designs, and Scandinavian-influenced interiors. Birch has a subtle, even grain that does not compete with other textures in the room.
All wood-tone laminates are available for both carcass interiors and door fronts, so you can match or contrast as you prefer. A walnut carcass with laminate Shaker doors is a classic combination. A white carcass with oak doors keeps things warm and bright.
Ironmongery — solid brass, chrome and soft-close concealed hinges
Hinges and handles are the parts you touch every day, so they matter more than people think. We do not use budget hardware — every piece is from a recognised European manufacturer with a proper warranty.
Blum soft-close hinges are standard on all our wardrobes. They are fully concealed, adjustable in three planes, and dampened so doors close silently even when pushed hard. The closing action is the thing clients comment on most during handover — it feels expensive because it is.
Handles are available in solid brass (polished or satin), brushed chrome, matte black, and gunmetal. For handleless designs, we use J-pull or tip-on push-to-open mechanisms — the latter is particularly popular on flat-panel contemporary wardrobes where a clean surface is the whole point.
Drawer runners are Blum Tandembox or Legrabox depending on the load and interior spec. Both are full-extension, soft-close, and rated for 30kg+ — enough for a full drawer of knitwear or jeans without sag.
If you have a specific ironmongery requirement — matching existing bedroom fittings, a particular heritage latch, or accessibility-friendly D-handles — we source and fit it. Just mention it at survey.
See these materials in your own home
Book a £150 home survey and we will bring full sample boards, discuss what works in your light, and produce a fixed-price design.