Bedroom Closet Framing Dimensions

Plan to build a closet frame from 2 by 4s allowing an inside depth of at least 27 inches.

Bedroom closet framing dimensions.

Identify a wall stud that aligns with the planned front of the closet. Build the walls flat on the floor and then raise them up into position or build them in place. When designing a closet consider the specific efficiencies of each different storage element to better serve your closet needs. A closet less than 22 inches deep isn t deep enough to allow hanging clothes.

The armoire and the wardrobe typical closet height is about 80 to 84 inches. Look for the second stud from the wall forming the back of the closet which. Another critical dimension in a reach in closet is the length of the closet s side return walls. The standard minimum depth for a reach in closet is 24 inches but a closet intended to store coats or other bulky hanging items may need to be as deep as 28 inches.

The comfortable recommended depth of a closet is 24 61 cm but closet depths as narrow as 20 50 8 cm can be used if desired. Single closet rods are usually located between 64 and 68 inches off the floor. Double rods at 38 and 76 inches above the finished floor. Telescoping rods can comfortably store wider outfits.

Adult clothes on a hanger require a minimum of 27 inches of clear space.