Wardrobe door opening systems: which to choose between handle and groove?

When you want to buy a wardrobe, in addition to choosing the size, model and colours, it is important to pay attention to the choice of wardrobe door opening system. Here is a list of the main opening systems and their characteristics, for an ideal choice to suit your personal needs.

The choice of wardrobe door opening system can vary according to two main types: the door with handle and the door with groove. Below are the differences and main features of these different types of wardrobe.

Wardrobe door opening system with handle

The wardrobe door opening system with a handle is certainly the most widespread and common choice due to its convenience. The handles, in fact, facilitate movement, allowing the wardrobe to be opened quickly and instantaneously. On the other hand, depending on the choice, it is an ideal solution to enhance the wardrobe. The handle, in fact, whatever it may be, is a detail capable of embellishing the furnishing, creating a final result of high design. When opting for this solution, attention must be paid to the height of the handle. The aim is to guarantee an easy grip for everyone in the house. A wardrobe with a handle can also be subdivided into different types: applied, recessed and integrated.

Applied, recessed and integrated handle. Which one to choose?

Choosing the handle opening system means, in general, opting for a functional and high-design solution. Handles, in fact, regardless of the type, are a furnishing accessory that can enhance the surrounding environment.  In general, there are three main types of handle: the applied, recessed and integrated model.

1 The applied model

This is the type of handle that has more variety in the choice of colours, materials, combinations and shapes than the others. Whether small, simple knobs or large, conspicuous handles, this solution will be not only aesthetically pleasing, but also very convenient.

2 Wardrobe with recessed model

In contrast to the others, this door model consists of a handle that is obtained directly by adding a metal element. With a handle that can vary depending on the model, the main objective of this type is to ensure that the wardrobe can be opened without having to touch the door directly.

3 The integrated model

This type of handle is obtained directly from a wardrobe door, as if it were hollowed out inside it. Whether horizontal or vertical in shape, it is a clean and simple handle, ideal for a minimalist-style environment.

2 door wardrobe Art.7418

The Arredare Moderno catalogue presents, among the many proposals, the 2-door storage cupboard Art. 7418. It is a model made of melamine-faced wood and equipped with an aluminium handle resting on the door with mirror. The product can be used as a shoe rack or, in general, as a common object rack. Unlike other models, however, this one stands out for its linearity and sobriety, combined with great versatility in the choice of dimensions and colours.

Wardrobe door opening system with groove

If you want a more innovative and modern wardrobe opening solution, you can opt for the groove door. In this case, the wardrobe is characterised by a recess in the side of the respective door. This solution includes a raised vertical part made of a different material from the general structure in order to differentiate from it. In this way, it will be possible to open the wardrobe without the use of external handles or anything else. This solution is also ideal for a modern and minimalist style, thanks to its linearity and essentiality.

Different types of groove opening

The groove opening system has different shapes. The groove, in fact, can be different depending on the shape of the groove, so there are types: hollow, flat, curved, ‘C’-shaped and ‘L’-shaped. An increasingly popular solution, moreover, is to choose a different colour shade between the groove and the door, in order to create an original wardrobe that can be customised to suit the style of the home.

3-door shoe cabinet with groove handle Art.713

The 3-door shoe cabinet with groove handle Art.713 available in the catalogue of Arredare Moderno, is a wooden cabinet with 3 doors available in various finishes. It is a comfortable and functional model, characterised by a simple, linear design adaptable to any type of environment. The article is available in glossy white or, alternatively, in mixed light elm and glossy white.