Designing around the slope
The rule is simple: hanging where the headroom allows, drawers and shoe storage at the low end. We typically run full-height hanging up to the rafter, then step down into a drawer bank or pull-out shoe rack where the ceiling falls below 1.4 m.
Dormer windows and knee walls
Knee-wall storage — joinery built into the dead space behind the low wall under a sloped ceiling — is one of the best uses of space in a loft conversion. We build pull-out drawer carts or hinged doors with internal shelving, accessed without anyone having to crouch.
Frequently asked questions
- What's the minimum ceiling height for hanging?
- Single hanging needs about 1.05 m of clearance below the rail; double hanging needs 2.05 m. Anything lower is drawers, shelves or shoes.
- Can you fit wardrobes under a steep slope?
- Yes — angled mitred door tops follow the slope. We've fitted wardrobes under rafters as steep as 35°.
Ready to start your project?
Book a £150 home survey and we'll measure, sample and quote — fully deductible from your order. Or design your wardrobes online in the configurator first.