Choosing the wrong wardrobe is an expensive mistake. Too wide and it dominates the room. Too narrow and you’re back to piles on the chair. For South African bedrooms — where sizes range from compact Joburg flats to spacious Pretoria master rooms — getting the dimensions right before you buy is the most important step.
Wardrobe South Africa: What to Look for Before You Buy
Three things determine whether a wardrobe actually works in your bedroom: width, interior layout, and material durability.
Width is the starting point. Measure your wall space and subtract at least 30 cm on each side for clearance. A wardrobe that fits flush against the wall with room to open the doors fully is the goal.
Interior layout matters more than most buyers realise. A full-length hanging rail handles dresses, suits, and coats. Shelves handle folded items, bags, and boxes. Drawers handle smaller items. The best wardrobes combine all three — or at least two.
Material determines longevity. In South African homes where humidity and temperature fluctuate, waterproof and scratch-resistant MDF outperforms cheaper particleboard. Look for sturdy hinges and drawer slides — these are the first things to fail on low-quality wardrobes.
Three Wardrobes That Work in South African Bedrooms
Option 1: White 2-Door Bedroom Wardrobe WD-112 — For Compact Spaces
The White 2-Door Bedroom Wardrobe WD-112 is built for rooms where space is a consideration. At just 80 cm wide and 50 cm deep, it fits where larger wardrobes can’t — a single bedroom, a spare room, a student flat, or alongside a larger wardrobe in a master bedroom.
- Dimensions: 80 × 50 × 165 cm
- Material: Waterproof, scratch-resistant MDF, white finish with silver handles
- Interior: Upper shelf + full-length hanging rail + bottom storage section
- Weight: 48.5 kg
- Price: R1,639
Clean white panels and silver handles give it a Nordic minimal look that works with most SA bedroom décor.
Option 2: 2-Door Wardrobe with 4 Drawers WD-113 — For Maximum Storage
The Wardrobe Closet 2 Door Storage Cabinet 4 Drawers WD-113 adds four drawers to the standard 2-door layout — making it the most storage-dense option in this range.
- Dimensions: 80 × 42.5 × 180 cm
- Material: High-quality MDF with durable drawer handles and slides
- Interior: Hanging rail for longer garments + 4 drawers for folded items and accessories
- Price: R1,427
The drawer slides are built for long-term use — a detail that separates this from cheaper alternatives that loosen within months.
Option 3: 3-Door Bedroom Wardrobe WD-117 — For Full Wardrobes
The 3-Door Bedroom Cupboard & Wardrobe WD-117 is the largest option — 120 cm wide, 180 cm tall, with a full-length central hanging area and side stacking compartments.
- Dimensions: 120 × 50 × 180 cm
- Material: High-quality MDF, white finish with silver handles
- Interior: Full-length hanging rail + upper shelf + side stacking compartments
- Weight: 77 kg
- Price: R2,599
At 120 cm wide, it fits comfortably against a standard SA bedroom wall without dominating the room. The white finish and silver hardware complement both contemporary and transitional interiors.
Which Wardrobe is Right for Your Room?
| WD-112 | WD-113 | WD-117 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Width | 80 cm | 80 cm | 120 cm |
| Doors | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| Drawers | No | 4 | No |
| Hanging Rail | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Price | R1,639 | R1,427 | R2,599 |
| Best for | Compact rooms | Storage-heavy users | Full wardrobes |
Who We Are
ArtisanSA is a South African furniture brand. All three wardrobes ship flatpack with complete hardware and step-by-step assembly instructions — no specialist tools required. Most customers complete assembly in 1–2 hours. Fast, insured delivery is available nationwide across South Africa.
FAQ
Q: What size wardrobe fits a standard South African single bedroom?
A: For a single bedroom, the WD-112 (80 cm wide) or WD-113 (80 cm wide) are the practical choices. The WD-117 (120 cm) suits larger rooms or master bedrooms.
Q: Are these wardrobes waterproof?
A: Yes. All three are made from MDF board with a waterproof, scratch-resistant surface — suitable for South African humidity conditions.
Q: Do the wardrobes come assembled?
A: No — they ship flatpack with all hardware and instructions included. Assembly takes 1–2 hours and requires no specialist tools.
Q: Is delivery available outside Gauteng?
A: Yes. Fast, insured delivery is available nationwide — Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, and beyond.
Q: Which wardrobe has the most storage?
A: The WD-113 offers the most versatile storage with 4 drawers plus a hanging rail. The WD-117 offers the most hanging space at 120 cm wide.
Ready to Order?
Whether you need a compact solution for a small room or a full 3-door wardrobe for a master bedroom, ArtisanSA has the right option — all built from durable MDF, all shipping nationwide.
- White 2-Door Wardrobe WD-112 — R1,639
- 2-Door Wardrobe with 4 Drawers WD-113 — R1,427
- 3-Door Wardrobe WD-117 — R2,599
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