What is a shoebox with guides, the principle of operation of its mechanism
Hallways are often limited in size, so the question of storing things, and especially shoes, is acute. It is permissible to keep these seasonal things far away in the mezzanine, and the used ones need to be kept “at hand”. The obuvnitsa equipped with the petal mechanism with guides is capable to cope with the task of storage. To choose the right option, you need to familiarize yourself with the device of the object, the mechanism of work.
An ordinary cabinet made of chipboard with ease will become a convenient shoemaker if it is equipped with a special mechanism with guides. It is a set of 2 plastic parts, secured with a rotating sleeve to the furniture body on the inside.
On the sides of the mechanism are holes for fixing the guides to the facade of the cabinet. In the central part of the device contains grooves, suggesting the location of the petals (stands for shoes).
Depending on the number of holders for shoe shelves, the mechanism is:
- Single;
- Double;
- Triple.
Separators are usually made of chipboard of negligible thickness (up to 1 cm). The options are made of plywood. Thin shelves allow you to freely place things.
The system is fixed not only to the front of the cabinet, but also guides along the sides of the case. The mechanism thus gets the opportunity to rotate along the axis of horizontal orientation. This rotation of the guides is made at a certain angle. The principle of operation of the product is simple. Such movement thanks to the guides allows you to freely open the facade, use the shelves.
When the mechanism is fixed to the shoebox, the center of gravity shifts a little, allowing the system to lock in the closed position. Properly installed construction with guides securely holds the unused cabinet door, even with heavy shoes.
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How to choose the appropriate option
To calculate the capacity, the volume of the cabinet with guides and folding mechanism, you need to think about what shoes will be stored in it. The average value is 9 pairs. The capacity will depend on the dimensions of things that are going to be stored there. If you choose a design with 2-3 shelves, then the indicator will increase.
You should also pay attention to the height of the product. Each section takes about 20–25 cm. The average value of the length and width of 1 pair is 28 and 12 cm, respectively. Based on these values, the height of the cabinet with the shoe rails should be 70 cm. The width of the furniture section is determined by the manufacturer. The average value for such products with guides is 80 cm.
Pros and cons of designs for shoes
Petal shoe cabinet with guides is ideal for small spaces, because it is compact and practical. The product is easy to use and manufacture. The more sections of the construction with guides, the more capacious thing appears. At the same time, the shoemaker is unable to place high boots on its shelves.
Among the drawbacks of the design with guides, there are large gaps between the facades. This is especially noticeable with a large number of sections. When installing a cabinet with guides of sufficient height, it will be necessary to additionally secure it against falling, since the center of gravity of such a structure is significantly shifted.
Purchase of a product with guides and folding mechanism will significantly simplify the task of storing shoes in the hallway. Buying accessories separately, you will be able to make a convenient wardrobe from a chipboard yourself.
VIDEO: Obuvnitsa in the hallway.