Guides
Maximise Your Space with Glide & Slide
Welcome to the Glide & Slide “How To” guides – your essential resource for understanding, planning, and maintaining bespoke fitted furniture for your home. With over 30 years of experience in crafting custom wardrobes, kitchens, home offices, and storage solutions, we’ve gathered a wealth of knowledge to share. Whether you’re just starting to dream about a new space or looking for tips to care for your existing furniture, you’ll find practical advice and expert insights here.
We believe that informed decisions lead to perfect results. While our dedicated design and installation teams handle every aspect of your project, these guides offer valuable insights into the process, helping you prepare, understand the possibilities, and make the most of your investment. Dive in and discover how easy it is to create a beautifully organised and functional home.
Ready to start your bespoke furniture journey? Call us or email us today for a free design consultation.
Getting StartedPlanning Your Perfect Space
Embarking on a home transformation can seem daunting, but with the right guidance, it’s an exciting journey. These guides help you lay the groundwork for your dream fitted furniture project.
- How To Measure for Fitted Wardrobes (Accurately):
Understanding basic measurements is the first step. This guide walks you through how to take initial measurements of your space, considering common obstacles like skirting boards, plug sockets, and uneven walls. While our professional surveyors will take final precise measurements, this helps you get started with planning. - How To Choose Between Hinged and Sliding Wardrobes:
Deciding on the right wardrobe door style is crucial for both aesthetics and functionality. This guide delves into the pros and cons of hinged and sliding doors, helping you assess which option best suits your room size, design preferences, and storage needs.
- How To Prepare Your Room for a Fitted Furniture Installation:
Preparing your space correctly ensures a smooth and efficient installation process. Learn about clearing the area, protecting floors, and what to expect on installation day. This guide helps minimise disruption and ensures our fitters can work effectively. - How To Design a Functional Walk-in Wardrobe or Dressing Room:
For those with the luxury of space, a dedicated walk-in wardrobe offers unparalleled organisation. This guide provides tips on maximising storage, integrating lighting, and designing a layout that truly suits your lifestyle.
Maximising Your Storage
Beyond the exterior, the true magic of bespoke furniture lies within its intelligent interior design. These guides help you think smart about internal configurations.
- How To Design the Perfect Wardrobe Interior: Your wardrobe interior should be as unique as your clothing collection. This guide offers insights into planning custom shelving, hanging rails, drawers, and accessories to perfectly organise everything from suits to shoes and delicate items.
- How To Organise Your Home Office for Maximum Productivity: A well-organised office is key to focus and efficiency. Learn how to plan bespoke office storage that caters to your workflow, incorporates integrated desks, manages cables, and keeps all your supplies neatly to hand.
- How To Create Smart Storage in Small Spaces: Even the smallest rooms can benefit from clever storage. This guide provides ideas for utilising awkward alcoves, under-stair areas, and narrow hallways with bespoke fitted solutions to unlock hidden storage potential.
Your Bespoke Journey
Understanding our meticulous process helps you feel confident and excited about your project. From your initial idea to the final installation, we guide you every step of the way.
- How To Get a Quote for Your Bespoke Furniture: Getting a personalised, no-obligation quote from Glide & Slide is simple and transparent. Start by calling us, emailing us, or filling out a form on our website to book your free home survey. During this survey, our expert designers will visit your home to discuss your vision, assess the space, and take precise measurements. You will then receive your detailed quote within 1-2 working days. This upfront process ensures you have all the information needed to make an informed decision.
- How Our Free Design Consultation Works: This guide expands on the initial survey, explaining how our designers use your input and measurements to create detailed 3D CAD designs. It covers the collaborative process of refining your vision and approving the design before any manufacturing begins.
- How Your Custom Furniture is Made: From Design to Installation: Gain insight into the entire journey of your bespoke furniture. Once your design is approved, your custom pieces are meticulously crafted in our Aldridge, Walsall workshop. This guide explains our precision manufacturing process and how our professional, experienced fitting team ensures a clean, efficient, and respectful installation, typically completing the work within 3-4 weeks from design confirmation.
Maintaining Your Investment
Once your beautiful Glide & Slide furniture is installed, a little care goes a long way in preserving its beauty and functionality for years to come.
- How To Clean and Maintain Your Fitted Wardrobe Doors & Finishes: Different materials require different care. This guide provides practical tips on how to clean and maintain various wardrobe finishes, from high-gloss and matte to wood grains and mirrored surfaces, ensuring they look pristine.
- How To Keep Your Wardrobe Running Smoothly (Hinges & Runners): While our furniture is built to last, understanding basic maintenance can extend its lifespan. Learn simple tips for keeping hinges, drawer runners, and sliding door mechanisms operating smoothly and quietly.
Why Choose Us?
With over 30 years as a family-run business based in Aldridge, Walsall, Glide & Slide is synonymous with quality, craftsmanship, and unparalleled customer service. We proudly manufacture all our bespoke furniture in the West Midlands, ensuring superior craftsmanship and competitive prices. Every project is backed by our comprehensive 5-year warranty, giving you complete peace of mind. Our mission is to make your home more organised, beautiful, and uniquely yours.
FAQs
Can these guides help me decide if a bespoke wardrobe is right for me?
Absolutely. Our guides are designed to help you understand the benefits and possibilities of custom-fitted furniture, empowering you to make informed decisions about your home’s storage needs.
Do you offer free home design consultations for all types of projects?
Yes, we offer free, no-obligation home consultations for all our bespoke solutions, including wardrobes, kitchens, office storage, and general home interiors.
How long does it take from design approval to installation?
Once your design is approved, the manufacturing and installation process typically takes approximately 3-4 weeks.
Is your furniture covered by a warranty?
Yes, all our custom-fitted furniture comes with a comprehensive 5-year warranty on both parts and labour, providing you with peace of mind.
Can I get professional help if I’m unsure about measurements or design?
Definitely. While our guides offer helpful tips, our expert designers are always available for a free home visit to take precise measurements and create tailored 3D designs for you.
Get in Touch Today
At Glide & Slide, our customers are always our main priority. If you have any queries or are in need of assistance, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with our team!