Wall slides are always relevant and in demand on the market; they can be found in almost any apartment. Old Soviet models have been replaced by modern designs that can be combined and various elements added. The walls come in different designs and shapes, and they also differ in their design. They are not only practical and multifunctional, but also serve as a unique decoration for the interior of the room.
How to choose the right color for a modern slide
When purchasing a wall slide, you need to take care of choosing the right color for the structure. Thanks to the successful combination of furniture with the surrounding design, it is possible to achieve harmony and comfort.
When choosing a wall unit for your living room, consider the design and color scheme of the room
Below are tips from experienced designers to consider when choosing a wall color:
The white slide fits almost any style. However, this option, in addition to its excellent combination with the interior, is considered to be not practical, because the slightest defects will be noticeable on the white structure. Owners who decide to stick to this tone should make sure that the walls or ceiling in the room have a different color. Otherwise, the atmosphere in the living room will be uncomfortable or even “sterile”. Classic colors have been considered the most popular for many years (beech or oak). Such slides are used to decorate living rooms, because they look organically in the rooms. However, furniture of this color is well suited for rooms with light walls and ceilings. In this case, it is better that the floor is dark. The combination of colors is an original solution for a wall-slide, because you can use several colors
But it should be noted that when working with different tones of wall modules, it is important to ensure that all tones combine well with each other. If you lack the necessary skill, it is recommended to use the help of professional designers
With their help, it is possible to make the room bright and unusual.
Types of modern walls
Due to the layout, size of the living room and its design, consumer demands are varied, which has not gone unnoticed by manufacturers. As a result, there is currently a large amount of living room furniture, which for convenience is divided into several groups.
Classic roller coaster
In appearance, these are straight walls, made taking into account modern fashion trends. Budget models are made of fiberboard or MDF and, thanks to new technologies, look no worse than solid wood products, but cost much less. The package includes display cabinets for dishes or valuable accessories and minibars. The classic slide is usually located along the wall of the living room, so it is suitable for large or medium-sized rooms.
Slide with built-in wardrobes
Elite classic models are created from natural wood of valuable species, have elegant carvings and are inlaid with amber, ebony and mahogany, mother-of-pearl, malachite, crystal, onyx, etc. Often such slides are artificially aged, which gives them nobility, but significantly increases the already considerable cost. Elite slides are undoubtedly elegant and rich, but they are not suitable as furniture for modern living rooms.
Mini slides
Today, this is the most popular type of furniture for stylish living room decoration. Mini models are used for small spaces.
Elegant slide design
Small slides are divided into 2 groups:
- Walls consisting of many miniature parts, although this does not increase the overall size of the mini-slides.
- Furniture assembled from modules of standard sizes, where individual segments can be large, but there are usually few of them, so the overall size of the structure is small.
Despite their small size, all mini-slide walls look very attractive in the modern living room design, but if possible, it is better to make a miniature slide to order.
Mounted slides
This is cabinet furniture located on the wall. It can be classified as extravagant and unusual, but very stylish. Hanging slides save space because they take up little space, but many things cannot be placed in such furniture. They are rare, and there are no prospects for growth in popularity in the near future, although they look catchy and aesthetically pleasing.
Modern hanging slide
Corner slides
The best place, according to experts, for a corner slide is in spacious living rooms. But this furniture is considered compact and quite roomy, which is interpreted as their advantage. But still, designers do not recommend furnishing small rooms with corner structures, so as not to create a bulky effect.
Luxury in the interior
Modern wall slide
Before purchasing furniture for the living room, you need to decide what functions it will perform in the interior.
Modern models have the following component sections:
- tall wardrobe;
- drawers;
- shelves - display cases for storing dishes;
- bar;
- bookshelves;
- bedside table for equipment;
- niche for installing a tuner or DVD player;
- mirror;
- various stands.
Depending on the functions performed and the layout of the room, each owner can remove or add any sections.
Walls have gained popularity due to the large number of convenient shelves and cabinets for storing things
Modern wall-mounted slides belong to modular furniture and are made to order in any style. Wall-mounted slides have many advantages, thanks to which they are so popular in modern interiors
Modern sliding walls leave room for experimentation with design and allow you to effectively use the living room area.
Types of slides - which one to choose?
Classic straight slide
The straight slide is a modern interpretation of the familiar wall in its classic form. The slides are not inferior to the positions they have gained and remain necessary furniture for every apartment. The parameters of the slide and its size must correspond to the space of the room. This slide is best suited for large and medium-sized living rooms. In the room, the furniture body should take up enough space so as not to get lost against the backdrop of a huge room, and at the same time not to overload the space with its bulkiness and heaviness.
Corner slide
A furniture wall that takes advantage of the free space in the corner - solutions for practical storage of things. When planning the interior, the corners of the room are not used in any way, with this slide you can correct this and rationally use the corner. This idea is great for small apartments where problems with placing things regularly arise.
Although great care is taken when choosing such slides, despite their practicality, they may not turn out to be a compact place for things, but a huge closet that takes away attention if the room is small. As paradoxical as it may sound, this type of slide looks better in a medium-sized living room
Modular mini slide
The slide practically fits into the space of an average living room. The wall modules differ; you should choose a suitable slide, taking into account the functional purpose. Lightweight construction and detailed design will complement the chosen interior; the main thing is to choose the style and color of the furniture. The slide elements move and change places, and this will not spoil the appearance of the hall, but rather transform and update it. The main advantage of this type of furniture is that it is difficult for them to “overload” the living room, unless you take into account a very small room.
Color selection
When choosing a slide for the hall, take into account the colors that are appropriate to use. The living room is a place for each family member to relax and receive guests; the design of the room should match and it should be comfortable alone on a quiet evening with a book, or in the company of friends and family.
To ensure that the room remains a favorite place to relax, every detail of the design is thought through and the impression of the room is created by cabinet and upholstered furniture.
Classic colors
Basic classic furniture colors: oak; cherry; wenge; beech. Using the listed colors, you will create a cozy environment for leisure and relaxation.
A stylish modern solution would be a combination of several colors when choosing furniture. We offer a wide range of walls with a combination of natural colors that create smooth contrasts in the room. Such slides create a memorable visual effect against a light background of walls and ceilings, photo. The main thing is not to forget to take into account the necessary colors in the composition of the room.
White color for lightness
White color is a classic solution for creating a cozy and weightless space. The color is basic, so it can easily be combined with others. The only disadvantage of choosing a white slide is that the furniture gets dirty and requires careful care. Although, the contrasting black color requires close attention, since stains and reappearing dust are visible on dark furniture. The only thing. What you should avoid when choosing a white wall is placing furniture on a white background of walls and ceiling. In this case, the interior merges and a feeling of hospital sterility appears; for some people, such associations are far from the idea of comfort.
Pastel shades
For creative people, pastel shades of furniture for decorating a room are suitable - they do not take up much attention and fit harmoniously into the interior. Warm and light gray shades have a positive effect on brain processes.
Bright colors
For active and extraordinary individuals who show character in the design of their apartment, rich, fresh colors are suitable
When selecting the rest of the furniture, the compatibility of colors is taken into account vigilantly and carefully. The main thing is that subsequently the bright design of the chosen furniture style does not suppress the mood with its aggressiveness
Overview of species
Wall slides are divided into two types. The first group includes structures consisting of numerous small modules, while the overall size of the structure remains small. The second group includes walls with standard-sized elements, among which there may be 3-4 large ones. The overall result is a small piece of furniture. Both types look quite attractive.
Classification of mini-slides by type of design.
Modular
The peculiarity of this option is that the components are presented in the form of modules that can perform the function of an independent structure, separate from the general one. The advantage of this type is the ability to change the arrangement of elements, while the overall appearance will not be spoiled. They can be set in ascending or, conversely, descending order.
Corner
The mini-wall is equipped with a corner element located in the center of the structure. As a rule, a corner module is presented in the form of a large cabinet that can accommodate a huge number of things. This will prevent you from loading the mini-slide with unnecessary items.
Mounted
This piece of furniture is not on the floor, but hangs on the wall. The design feature allows you to save space in the living room and add zest to the interior.
Mixed design
These mini-slides appeared in furniture stores not so long ago, but have already gained popularity. Demand creates supply, so mixed-type walls can be found more and more often. Such pieces of furniture combine the advantages of all the above types and look very original and beautiful.
Types of slide walls in the living room
Coming to a furniture store or salon, each buyer will be able to choose a wall based on personal preferences.
The main types of slides in the living room.
Corner
If the living room is spacious, then a corner wall is suitable for it. In this version, the closet occupies two walls, so the room will be reduced.
Corner model
Direct
This set of furniture is placed along one wall. If the furniture does not occupy the entire wall from corner to corner, then it is better to place it in the middle, so that there is equal space on both sides.
Straight wall slide
U-shaped
This option, after assembly, is shaped like the letter “P”. This form implies large volumes and is therefore suitable only for large rooms.
U-shaped wall slide
Mini designs
For a small living room choose a mini option
They include a small number of items - a couple of bedside tables, a wardrobe or chest of drawers and several shelves, which can be open or closed.
Mini wall slide
Modular
If for some reason the standard versions of the slides are not suitable, you can purchase separate shelves, cabinets, bedside tables, made in the same color scheme and the same style, and assemble the set yourself.
Such walls can be made to order.
Modular wall slide
Linear and angular
In a medium-sized living room, linear or corner walls are most often installed. As already mentioned, the number of cabinets, chests of drawers, drawers, cabinets is chosen based on what things and in what quantities will have to be stored in them. If you need a lot of cabinets so that they do not look bulky, choose a light color for the doors. Some doors can be made of translucent glass and these cabinets can be illuminated. This will make the furniture even less “oppressive” and such an ensemble will look more modern.
You can make the furniture visually lighter if the lower part is dark and the upper part is light. Not necessarily white. The colors are suitable but milky, light beige, creamy, light gray, etc. In the same range as the dark bottom, but much lighter.
Slide walls in a dark-colored living room are suitable for spacious, bright rooms
Interesting unusual style
Traditionally, the TV is in the center, and there are cabinets on the sides. To prevent them from being heavy, the middle is decorated in a light beige color.
One of the characteristic features of modern furniture is the uneven top edge.
Layout with many shelves
Such a slide can only be installed if the interior is designed in the same style
Open and closed cabinets and shelves
A little about the arrangement of furniture in the living room wall. If there are cabinets, in a linear arrangement they are placed along the edges, leaving the middle almost empty - a low cabinet is placed under the TV installation, and a couple of shelves can be placed on top.
Much less common are models of wall cabinets, in which cabinets for clothes and dishes or pencil cases are interspersed with shelves and are located not at the edges, but in an arbitrary place. This is not to say that this type of furniture arrangement is worse. It's just more original and non-standard.
The corner walls of the slide into the living room are much more varied in terms of furniture arrangement. Sometimes the cabinets are also located at the edges, the middle is occupied by low cabinets, and in the center (in the corner) there is a place for the TV. There is an opposite layout - in the center there is a corner cabinet (or cabinets), along the edges there are low cabinets and shelves above them.
Unusual corner wall slide in high-tech style. No unnecessary details - smooth surface and only the central part stands out
In the center there is a place for a corner sofa - a non-standard approach
A dark solid wall is suitable for very bright rooms
A rare phenomenon - a combination of different colors
Cabinets in the corner and shelves along the edges - looks original
The highlight of this ensemble is the unusual doors and the imbalance between the upper and lower parts of the furniture
Corner wall slide in modern style
A common solution is a TV in the corner
If the walls are different lengths
The corner walls of the slide in the living room can completely occupy one wall and only cover a small part of the adjacent one. This is convenient if the room is small and there is a window near the corner. It is the corner layout option that will allow for more efficient use of space that cannot be used in any other way.
How to choose the right slide for your living room
When choosing, take into account the design style of the room. The wall corresponds to the concept of the interior, and does not stand as an inappropriate piece of furniture in the room.
Slides by style are divided into the following groups
Classic. Furniture of this type is for lovers of natural shades and strict forms. Each element of the wall-slide in the classic style is bulky and angular. The massiveness of the shelves allows you to place more of your favorite things.
High tech. Connoisseurs of modern design trends will certainly like the walls of this style. They play with space to their advantage and boldly combine contrasts in colors and materials. A bold design is created by a combination of opposing colors and materials, for example, the combination of matte and varnished surfaces in the photo.
East style. Furniture thought out to the smallest detail, with original decorative elements, curves, with patterns on the surface and often adding golden elements. The model in the photo appreciates luxury in details.
Modern. Laconic furniture design combined with practicality. A way to solve the problem of storing things in the hall without overloading the living room space. The furniture in the photo in the Art Nouveau style is distinguished by streamlined contours.
Provence. Provence style furniture is distinguished by its antique design, graceful curves and patterns, as in the photo. Made from natural wood or a substitute material imitating a wooden surface.
Having decided on the style, you need to consider what functions the wall-slide should perform in your apartment. Some models are aesthetically pleasing and cleverly designed to suit style without meeting needs.
Components of the wall useful for the hall:
- Book shelving;
- Place for equipment (TV or stereo);
- Bottom niche for DVD player;
- Wardrobe;
- Drawers;
- Display shelves for dishes;
- Racks;
- Mirror.
Material composition
Modular wall elements are made from wooden materials of various processing, it can be MDF, chipboard or fiberboard with veneer of materials such as cherry, oak, walnut, or use natural solid wood.
MDF structure
MDF is a board made from vacuum-pressed wood dust. This composition is used to make furniture for the home or office. The composition does not include elements that are harmful or dangerous to humans; manufactured cabinet furniture is distinguished by increased strength. Interpretation of MDF - finely dispersed fractions. MDF boards for furniture are gaining popularity, despite the high price of the material compared to chipboard.
Features of chipboard
Chipboard (chipboard) is a widely known and most commonly used material for economy-class cabinet furniture. Wood shavings are held together with formaldehyde resins, this is the biggest disadvantage of this type of material. The problem is that the composition releases formaldehyde into the air, a substance harmful to human health. This chipboard differs unfavorably from MDF boards.
However, you can choose a safer type of chipboard, pay attention to the country of origin and class of chipboard. German and Austrian chipboard manufacturers are famous for the highest environmental friendliness of the material
As for the chipboard class, there are two of them, the quality of class E1 is higher, E2 is prohibited in the manufacture of children's furniture.
There are laminated chipboard panels covered with a special textured layer. The decorative layer can be attached not only by lamination, but also by laminating.
Features of fiberboard
Fiberboard is the familiar “underside” side of our furniture. The backs and inner drawers of the cabinets are made from this material. Fiberboard is sheets made by wet pressing, particles of wood (wood dust), held together by steaming. The sheets are rough to the touch; during production they are covered with a film, and the surface becomes laminated or laminated. Due to the specifics of manufacturing, fiberboard can only be made into thin sheets. The strength of the sheets has already been tested in practice by most. For an expensive series of furniture, fiberboard is replaced with plywood; there is almost no practical difference in use and strength.
Wall slide design
Due to the fact that most modern wall-mounted wall models have simple shapes and a minimal amount of decor, they are suitable for living rooms designed in any style. However, based on the style in which the living room is decorated, you can choose the set that best suits this room.
Modern
This is one of the popular styles. Furniture made in a modern style combines simplicity of compositions and smooth outlines. Made from wood and decorated with artistic forging elements.
Art Nouveau style
High tech
Models in this style usually have unusual shades, as they are often made from several materials.
Wall slide in high-tech style
They are compact, but at the same time very roomy.
Plastic or glass parts are added for originality.
For production, MDF boards with glossy surfaces are used.
East style
Furniture sets produced in oriental style contain a large number of decorative elements. There are golden ornaments on the surface.
Wall slide in oriental style
Provence
Furniture in this style is characterized by the presence of roughness and abrasions.
The main material for making slides is natural wood or its high-quality imitations.
Provence style
Classic style
To make wall slides in a classic style, only natural materials are used. Classic models are distinguished by their correct lines and are designed only in natural wood colors.
Wall slide in classic style
How to choose
The choice of a wall for the hallway should begin with measurements of the room, determining a style close to the owners. Criteria by which hallway furniture is selected:
- Functionality and ergonomics: furniture, while satisfying the needs of storing things, must at the same time be comfortable to use;
- Dimensions: focus on the area, the shape of the corridor, find a suitable place for the furniture, take measurements, taking into account the space for opening the doors;
- Wall shape: angular or straight, built-in or stationary; materials: based on the style direction, furniture functions, choose natural materials or MDF and chipboard panels;
- Color scheme: dark furniture will create coziness, but is suitable for large rooms; a universal option is a light wall;
- Appearance: the wall, like any element of the interior, must, with all its beauty, be combined with the surrounding environment, so you should choose based on personal preferences, as well as the style of the interior.
Despite its centuries-old history, walls remain a popular type of furniture. The cabinets are made from modern materials with an interesting design. Therefore, they are suitable for those who want to maintain comfort and order in the hallway.
Equipment and features of modern slides
The slide is easy to assemble yourself.
To make it look beautiful, you need to meet certain conditions:
- select equipment taking into account the style of the room, its size and lighting;
- adhere to the sequence and correct arrangement of all parts.
Modern stylish slide in the interior
The slide wall in the living room consists of the following blocks:
- The cabinet, which is an element of the first level and the highest part of the slide. It is made in various variations: with sliding doors or classic, occupying the entire height or supplemented with drawers, hidden or display cabinet.
- A pencil case has the same purpose as a cabinet, only narrower and in some models less in height. The design of a pencil case is similar to a cabinet with possible asymmetry of decor and the addition of glass. It is considered part of the second level slide, although it can be purchased instead of a cabinet, which is a good option for small living rooms.
- Bookshelves and racks, chests of drawers, cupboards and TV stands, as well as all kinds of shelves, which are the next levels of the slide, the location of which is indicated in the manufacturer's instructions. You just need to strictly follow it, although you can show your individuality and imagination by arranging all the components of the slide at your discretion. As long as the stability of the individual elements is sufficient and all segments are harmoniously combined with each other, which is especially important for walls with colored, glass, metal and inserts and edgings.
Rich slide design for living room
Wall design features
Not least important for furniture are ease of assembly and strength. The wall slides in the living room vary in configuration:
- Traditional . This is a large structure that occupies the entire wall. It is composed of several elements that are firmly connected to each other. These walls are very spacious, they form a single composition that looks harmonious in the interior of a large living room and makes it more comfortable. Traditional slides do not have the ability to change the configuration, which is considered a significant disadvantage.
- Mini slide . It does not occupy the entire wall in width and height. The compact design has a minimum number of cabinets and cabinets; it will fit perfectly into the interior of a small apartment. A clever combination of cabinets and shelves creates the ideal storage system for small items used in everyday life. At the same time, the room is not cluttered, and all things are within easy reach. Modern mini-walls have a special place for the TV, oriented towards the large size of the plasma panel.
- Modular wall . Furniture made from modules is now very popular. Lightweight design does not weigh down the interior. You can choose the color of the drawers to match the style of the room. The modules will fit well into the space of even a small room; all elements can be easily swapped, new drawers or shelves can be added. If you need additional space to store more things, you can purchase several modules. In this case, you do not have to buy a completely new cabinet.
General criteria for choosing a furniture set for the living room
Choosing the shape of the slide and its components is only part of the task
It is also important to decide on the material from which the furniture will be made, the type of surface and color. At the same time, everyone wants to choose a slide for the living room that will last a long time, be stylish and relatively inexpensive
Types of materials
Like most pieces of cabinet furniture, sliding walls are made of wood, chipboard, and MDF.
The most popular are furniture slides made of MDF. This material is much cheaper than wood, so an MDF slide is a more budget-friendly option. But it is worth considering that in terms of quality it is inferior to wooden ones, although it can also last quite a long time, with proper care. Furniture made from MDF attracts with its creative design and originality of models. The material is environmentally friendly and safe for health.
A wooden slide is a more expensive and prestigious option, in addition, it is of higher quality and more durable. If you properly care for wooden modules, they can last for decades, maintaining their attractiveness. In addition, wooden furniture is environmentally friendly and safe. The only disadvantage of a wooden wall is its high price.
Economy class walls are most often made from chipboard. This is the cheapest furniture option, but also the most short-lived.
When choosing furniture, you should pay attention to such an important detail as the edge. You should not choose models with low-quality melamine edges, which will shorten the life of the furniture.
The most stable and durable option would be PVC edges.
Facades - design, materials and types of decor
The façade of a wall-slide is, first of all, its visual appeal. But, in addition to the fact that it must be beautiful, it must also be durable.
Solid facades are a solid canvas made of solid wood or type-setting panels. This facade is practically not deformed, and it is also resistant to moisture and temperature. A smooth panel facade is an excellent option for a minimalist style, but it can also be decorated with mirror and glass inserts, paintings, and relief patterns.
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Frame-panelled facades consist of a frame and an inner part. The interior uses glass, paneling, lattice and a combination of fillers. Paneled facades are distinguished by their attractiveness and originality.
Panels are made from:
- Laminated chipboard, MDF.
- Tree.
- Veneer.
- Plywood.
- Glass.
Glass facades look especially attractive. They make the furniture in the living room brighter and more lively. To create them, special types of specially prepared glass are used:
- mirror,
- triplex,
- with UV photo printing,
- with sandblasted pattern,
- painted,
- laminated.
Facade opening mechanisms
Cabinets and cabinets of a modern living room cabinet can have the following opening mechanisms:
- swing,
- lifting,
- folding
Swing structures are the most familiar structures to us. The fastening parts are hinges attached to the side wall of the cabinet. The door opens by moving it to the side. The only disadvantage of this mechanism is the need for additional space to open the door.
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In the case of a lifting and folding mechanism, the doors are equipped with a gas shock absorber and the canvas does not move in the frontal plane, but is thrown upward. This system is very convenient and durable. The doors open easily and do not creak. The downside is the high price of the mechanism.
Retractable systems are used for wall drawers; the most popular are the roller system, and the more advanced ones are the metabox and ball system.
Description and benefits
The wall-slide is a structure of several elements that form a harmonious composition in the same style. The elements may be different in shape and size, but they are all arranged in a certain sequence. Modern slides for the living room have a number of advantages that determine their popularity:
- Externally compact, they are characterized by large capacity.
- A large assortment allows any buyer to choose the desired shape, color and materials from which the wall is made.
- It is possible to choose a design that would match the stylistic design of the room.
- Modular designs have an additional advantage. You can arrange them as you wish, add various elements, and remove them when they are not needed.
Classification by purpose
This division is associated with the functions and type of the main defining element of the wall. Typically, this is a storage device.
A sliding wardrobe is a very large piece of furniture and can occupy most of the wall. However, the coupe goes well with shelves, open sections and a TV stand.
A wall with shelves and bookcases, as well as a blind compartment for personal items, is more common. A set of various items allows such a complex to perform many functions. The photo shows modern walls with cabinets in the living room.
Modern slide walls in the living room have an original look. The design of the slide involves the use of elements of different sizes. The modular principle allows you to vary the installation order.
A mini-wall with a slide is classified as a separate category. This model includes a minimum number of items: a chest of drawers for a TV, a couple of blind or glass compartments and shelves. Mini wall slides for the living room in a modern style are very compact, elegant and suitable for both small rooms and spacious rooms in a minimalist style.
A modern wall-secretary in the living room is ideal for those cases when the hall doubles as a study. The complex includes a folding tabletop and an analogue of a chest of drawers with numerous drawers.
Wall slide: photo gallery
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Slide characteristics
Designers do not recommend installing slides for storing dishes in apartments with small rooms. Euro style is used instead. There are several types of dish slides.
Showcase – facades are made entirely of glass. A mirror is installed inside. Thanks to such a wall, the appearance of the decoration becomes truly rich and luxurious.
Sideboard. This type of furniture usually consists of two parts. It is equipped with three-sided glazing. Therefore, it can accommodate a large number of dishes. The lower part is usually made closed. You can place cutlery in it.
The classic type of slide is the sideboard. It consists of three tiers. The top part is made of glass. The middle part has drawers, and the lower part is completely closed.
Before purchasing, consider all possible options, since the slide should fit harmoniously into the style of the room.
