A fitted wardrobe is the smartest solution for gaining storage in Cádiz flats. City-centre homes, with their irregular layouts, high ceilings and unused niches, need solutions that a shop-bought wardrobe cannot provide. A made-to-measure wardrobe uses every centimetre, adapts to out-of-plumb walls and reaches up to the ceiling, multiplying storage capacity.
In flats in the Cádiz old town (El Pópulo, La Viña, Santa María), ceilings exceed 3 metres and walls are rarely square. An IKEA PAX wardrobe, with its maximum height of 2.36 m, leaves a gap of 60-80 cm at the top that collects dust and wastes space. A made-to-measure wardrobe reaches the ceiling and adapts to irregularities, gaining 20-30% more capacity.
Fitted wardrobe prices in Cádiz (2026)
| Configuration | Melamine | Lacquer |
|---|---|---|
| 2-door sliding (1.5 m) | €800–€1,200 | €1,200–€1,800 |
| 3-door sliding (2.4 m) | €1,200–€1,800 | €1,800–€2,800 |
| Full wall wardrobe (4 m) | €1,800–€2,500 | €2,500–€3,500 |
| Interior (drawers, shelves, rails) | Included | Included |
Prices include design, manufacture in our workshop, transport and installation. Sliding doors are the most popular option in Cádiz bedrooms because they require no opening space. Hinged doors cost 10-15% less but need at least 60 cm of clear space in front of the wardrobe.
Interior configuration options
The wardrobe interior is designed according to your needs: more hanging space, more shelves, more drawers. These are the most common options and their impact on price.
| Interior element | Description | Additional cost |
|---|---|---|
| Hanging rail (single) | One rail at mid-height for shirts, jackets and blouses. The basic option included in the price. | Included |
| Double rail | Two rails: one high and one low. Doubles the capacity for short garments (shirts, skirts). Ideal for shared bedrooms. | Included |
| Fixed shelves | Fixed shelves for folded clothes, boxes or bags. Included in the base price. | Included |
| Drawer unit (set of 3-4 drawers) | Drawers with full-extension runners for underwear, socks, accessories. | €150–€250/set |
| Pull-out trouser rack | Bar with hangers for 8-12 pairs of trousers. Pulls out fully for easy access. | €80–€120 |
| Pull-out shoe rack | Angled tray for 9-12 pairs. Ideal for the lower section of the wardrobe. | €90–€140 |
| Tie/belt rack | Pull-out side bar with hooks for ties, belts or scarves. | €40–€60 |
| Interior LED lighting | LED strip with door-opening sensor. Illuminates the interior with no switches. | €60–€120 |
Melamine or lacquer?
Melamine is the most affordable and functional option: durable, easy to clean and available in dozens of finishes (wood effect, plain, textured). It is perfect for secondary bedrooms and investment properties. Lacquer provides a premium, smooth finish with no visible joints, ideal for master bedrooms and living areas. The additional cost of lacquer is 40-60%, but the aesthetic result is notably superior.
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Custom wardrobe vs IKEA PAX: comparison
IKEA PAX is the most popular flat-pack alternative. It has attractive prices and an online configurator, but its limitations are especially noticeable in Cádiz flats with high ceilings and irregular walls.
| Aspect | Custom (our workshop) | IKEA PAX |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum height | No limit (adapts to ceiling, even >3 m) | 236 cm (leaves gap at top with high ceilings) |
| Width | Any dimension, to the millimetre | 50, 75 or 100 cm modules (side gaps with filler) |
| Out-of-plumb walls | Adjusted during manufacture. Seamless result with no gaps. | Does not adapt. Visible gaps between wardrobe and wall remain. |
| Sliding doors | Custom, with floor or ceiling track as preferred | Own system (functional but limited in finishes) |
| Interior | Fully customisable: drawers, trouser rack, shoe rack, top shelf | Standard accessories. Good but do not adapt to non-standard dimensions. |
| Price (2.4 m wardrobe, melamine) | €1,200–€1,800 (installed) | €600–€1,000 (unassembled, without transport) |
| Durability | 20+ years. Robust manufacture with industrial fixings. | 10-15 years. Dowel and light screw structure. |
IKEA PAX is a good option for rental properties or secondary bedrooms where the budget is tight and the dimensions are standard. For primary homes, master bedrooms or flats with high ceilings and irregular walls (the majority of the Cádiz old town), a custom wardrobe is clearly superior.
How Cádiz humidity affects wardrobe materials
Relative humidity in Cádiz ranges from 65 to 85% depending on the season and proximity to the sea. This level of humidity directly affects wardrobe materials if they are not chosen correctly.
- Melamine: handles surface moisture well. It is the safest option for flats with high ambient humidity. Quality melamine (P5 moisture-resistant board) is especially recommended in old-town ground-floor properties.
- Lacquer: polyurethane enamel acts as a barrier against moisture, but if the board preparation is poor, moisture can enter through the edges. In our workshop we seal all edges before lacquering.
- Solid wood: the most sensitive to moisture. It can swell, warp or crack with the humidity changes typical of Cádiz. Only recommended in flats with controlled humidity (air conditioning, good ventilation).
- In ground-floor properties in El Pópulo, La Viña or Santa María, where rising damp can affect the walls, we recommend keeping the wardrobe at least 2 cm away from the back wall or installing a ventilated back panel.
Factors that affect fitted wardrobe prices
- Size: the price increases almost linearly with width. A 4 m wardrobe costs approximately double a 2 m one in the same finish.
- Height: wardrobes reaching ceilings above 2.80 m require special manufacture and taller panels. The surcharge is 10-20% compared to a standard height.
- Finish: white melamine is the most affordable finish. Wood-textured melamine adds 10-15%. Lacquer adds 40-60%. Natural wood veneer is the most expensive (70-100% more).
- Interior accessories: drawer units, trouser racks, shoe racks and LED lighting add €200–€500 to the base price depending on the quantity.
- Door type: sliding doors cost 10-15% more than hinged ones due to the track system. Doors with an integrated mirror add 15-20% to the door cost.
- Flat access: in walk-up flats in the Cádiz old town, transporting large panels up narrow stairwells can add €50–€150 to the budget.
Manufacture and installation process
- Free survey visit: we measure the opening with millimetre precision, check wall plumb and floor level, and advise on the interior layout.
- Design and quote: we present a 3D design showing the interior layout and a fixed quote. If you agree, we sign off and manufacturing begins.
- Workshop manufacture (2-3 weeks): we cut, edge and assemble all components in our Cádiz workshop. Everything leaves the workshop ready to install.
- Installation in your home (half a day to 1 day): we transport the panels, assemble the structure, install doors, adjust tracks and leave the wardrobe fully operational.
Tip: if you are renovating, order the wardrobe at the start of the project. That way we can adjust the measurements before tiling or painting, and the result is millimetre-perfect.