I’m building a couple of closets and does anyone know what the depth of a clothes closet should be? 24 ” seems small 30′ seems bit bit to big ,is there a standard?
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24" clear works...add a few inches if it seems tight.
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We frame 25" so it finishes 24"
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Most plans I see call for 2' 4" framing inside to inside to finish out at 27" clear....go figure. Maybe I've been working with the same archy too much lately.
In a pinch, just measure a coat hanger and add a coupla inches!
Far as I know, 24" is standard, 22" is 'absolute minimum'. (Finished)
Edited 5/22/2004 10:00 pm ET by TR
I`m with piffin...frame at 25" unless otherwise specified.
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I have read that a slightly deeper closet is nice if there are going to be heavy coats, parkas and such. Doesn't make much difference down here in Florida but it might be a consideration in Maine. Maybe 28' would be a good working figure to use on the closet by the main entrance used in the winter.
Other closets I wouldn't think this would be worthwhile 24 or 25" would be OK. I must say that the extra inch might help with dress shirts, the one I own.