If you have recently bought a sliding door wardrobe you are excited about giving your bedroom a more modern look. Whether it is a  mirrored wardrobe to brighten up the space with sliding doors to save on floor space, it is a smart and stylish storage solution.

But come on: the minute those flat-pack boxes start arriving, you can't help but feel overwhelmed. Where, exactly, do all the panels go? How do you actually get the sliding doors to slide like they're supposed to? If you are baffled by assembling sliding door wardrobe units or even just how to fit sliding wardrobe doors properly, don't panic-you are not alone.

Here we'll take you through it all—step by step—from selecting the perfect wardrobe to putting it together and installing it without driving yourself crazy (or losing your weekend).

Why Sliding Door Wardrobes Are So Popular Right Now

One advantage of a sliding wardrobe door is that it's handy and not actually space-grabbing. You can't have doors with hinges swivelling out and obstructing a doorway, so you can have furniture pushed in and still be able to get into your wardrobe. That's definitely an advantage if you have a congested layout or small bedroom.

Even better, most of today's sliding wardrobes are really mirrored wardrobes. Mirrors won't simply give your room a brighter, more spacious look, but you have a complete-length reflection of your closet—no extra mirror on the wall needed.

Before You Start: Some Quick Tips

Before you start the wardrobe assembly process, take a few minutes to prepare.

1. Clean Your Workspace

You require sufficient room to lay the parts and elbow space to maneuver. Push the bed back and clear the floor. Clear some elbow space.

2. Inspect the Parts

Open the package and go through the instruction manual. Verify that all the screws, panels, and tracks are included. It is wiser to accept that a part is missing now rather than in the middle of assembly.

3. Collect the Necessary Tools

You should usually have a screwdriver, an Allen key (if supplied), a level, a measuring tape, and perhaps a drill handy. A rubber mallet will also be useful for getting panels to fit tightly together.

Step-by-Step: Assembling a Sliding Door Wardrobe

If you have never assembled a wardrobe before, do not worry most are designed for people just like you. The trick is to take it slow and follow the instructions.

Step 1: Build the Frame

Start by laying the side panels and top panel on the floor. You’ll connect them using screws, and bolts.

Pro tip: Don't over-tighten everything initially. Wait until the entire frame is erect and square, then return and tighten everything tightly.

Step 2: Attach the Back Panels

Depending on your closet, the back panels can slide into place or be nailed with tacks. Make sure they are even and flush—it will make the frame stable.

Step 3: Hang Shelves and Hanging Rails

Now the wardrobe is standing, install the internal shelves and rails. With a tape measure and level, make sure they are level. Adjustable shelf height is typical of most kits, so install them to suit what you have (folding item extra shelves, additional rail space for hanging).

How to Fit Sliding Doors to a Wardrobe

This is where we all panic: fitting sliding doors onto a wardrobe without cracking them or catching.

It's not too bad if you do a couple of easy things.

Step 4: Fit the Tracks

• Your wardrobe will have top and bottom tracks. These are what the sliding doors glide on.

• Use a level and ensure they are level.

• Screw them in carefully, don't overtighten or you'll twist the track.

Step 5: Hang the Doors

• Both doors should have rollers or sliding parts that fit into the tracks.

• Begin with the back door (the one that swings towards the wall).

• Tilt the top in first, then slide the bottom into the bottom track.

• Do the front door.

You may need to coax the door up or down a little with a screwdriver on the adjustable rollers—most come with tiny screws you can turn to change height.

Is Your Mind Thinking of Building One from Scratch?

If you are the hands-on sort who would rather build the sliding door wardrobe units themselves from scratch, it is highly probable but a much larger undertaking. To start with, purchase the panels, tracks, rollers, and take all your measurements to the millimeter. This route is ideal when trying to achieve a built-in wardrobe or for complete bespoke designs that involve more tools, time, and having your DIY in your pocket.

Last Words

A sliding door wardrobe is a home improvement that pays you back from the very first day on which it is installed in your home. It is sleek and modern, and if you procure a mirrored wardrobe, then it will add both brightness and depth to your room.

Yes, assembling it takes a bit of patience. But once you have figured out how to install sliding wardrobe doors, it becomes much less difficult. With a calm approach, a few tools, and maybe a second set of hands, you’ll have your new wardrobe up in no time.