Calamity Kris Posted September 21, 2015 Share Posted September 21, 2015 While Uno and I get settled in our humble abode, we noticed there is a lack of closet space. We have been looking for a wardrobe, much like they have in Europe, to take the place of a coat closet, or lack there of, in the entryway. I have yet to find one that's large/tall enough for our winter coats. I think we may have to have one crafted to fit our size needs. Does anyone know of a reliable source for cabinet/furniture craftsmen? Thanks much. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Assassin Posted September 21, 2015 Share Posted September 21, 2015 You should have a local cabinet shop in your area. They probably have plans on hand and can build a suitable wardrobe type unit. I've installed many of them in classrooms for teachers in new schools. They can build the cabinet out of nice plywood or some type of laminant (formica). I could build one for you, shipping might be a problem from Wyoming. Assassin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michigan Slim Posted September 21, 2015 Share Posted September 21, 2015 I bet if ya sweetalked Yul Lose you could get a dandy one built. Even store your guncarts in it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sedalia Dave Posted September 21, 2015 Share Posted September 21, 2015 Check with some of the used furniture/antique stores. You may find one there for about what a new one will cost. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bama Red Posted September 21, 2015 Share Posted September 21, 2015 Those things are not only oversized, but prohibitively heavy to ship. Get several recommendations on local cabinetmakers and see what they have to offer. Best bet for recommendations might be several local residential builders to see who they use. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smoken D Posted September 21, 2015 Share Posted September 21, 2015 Google woodworkers in st. louis and you'll receive a few that are listed. I think by your discription you may be looking for an Armoire. Here is one I built and currently am building another for a silent auction. They are over 6' tall usually around 20" deep and maybe 36" wide such as this one. [/url]">http://http://s383.photobucket.com/user/dradbrown/media/Armoire%202_zpsuss9a6xl.jpg.html'> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Earl Brasse, SASS #3562 Posted September 21, 2015 Share Posted September 21, 2015 Check out local antique stores & even craigs-list or e-bay (local only so you can pick it up). I picked up a nice antique one with an oval mirror for less than I could have bought a new one. Some places call them a wardrobe & others an armoire. Great thing to have in my opinion. (newer enough closet space) The trick is finding one you like for a price you don't mind paying. Happy hunting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Calamity Kris Posted September 22, 2015 Author Share Posted September 22, 2015 Thank you all for the suggestions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yul Lose Posted September 22, 2015 Share Posted September 22, 2015 Google woodworkers in st. louis and you'll receive a few that are listed. I think by your discription you may be looking for an Armoire. Here is one I built and currently am building another for a silent auction. They are over 6' tall usually around 20" deep and maybe 36" wide such as this one. [/url]">http:// Nice job. I like the detail on the door panels. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smoken D Posted September 22, 2015 Share Posted September 22, 2015 Nice job. I like the detail on the door panels. Thanks, all solid oak.(weighed a ton when I moved it up the hill) Most have the bar across to hang cloths, but I put in 5 shelves for more room. I'll do the same for the one I am making now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allie Mo, SASS No. 25217 Posted September 22, 2015 Share Posted September 22, 2015 Hi Kris, We have an antique cherry armoire in our entry for just that purpose. I always enjoy looking in antique shops. Regards, Allie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dawg Hair, SASS #29557 Posted September 22, 2015 Share Posted September 22, 2015 Sounds like you are looking for a chifforobe or clothing armoire. I'm sure you can find one in any number of large furniture stores or antique shops. They can run the gamut from very simple and utilitarian to very elaborate and expensive. I remember seeing a couple of them in our house as I was growing up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J-BAR #18287 Posted September 23, 2015 Share Posted September 23, 2015 Contact Norman's in Ozark, MO; just south of Springfield. It's by appointment only so don't try to just walk in casually: http://normansonline.com/wpsite/ We have a dining room table and chairs, kitchen table and chairs, two pie safes, and several bookshelves from Normans. The quality is superb. Plan to come down and shoot with one of the southwestern Missouri SASS clubs, and take home the furniture you need!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Calamity Kris Posted September 23, 2015 Author Share Posted September 23, 2015 Contact Norman's in Ozark, MO; just south of Springfield. It's by appointment only so don't try to just walk in casually: http://normansonline.com/wpsite/ We have a dining room table and chairs, kitchen table and chairs, two pie safes, and several bookshelves from Normans. The quality is superb. Plan to come down and shoot with one of the southwestern Missouri SASS clubs, and take home the furniture you need!! Beautiful pieces. Thanks for the link. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bama Red Posted September 23, 2015 Share Posted September 23, 2015 Dang, son!! You got skills!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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