Laminate, acrylic or PU? Picking your wardrobe finish

A simple guide to wardrobe shutter finishes — how they look, how they age and where each one makes sense.

Your wardrobe is often the largest surface in a bedroom, so its finish sets the tone for the whole room.

Laminate

Durable, budget-friendly and available in hundreds of wood, stone and solid textures. Matt laminates hide fingerprints best.

Acrylic

High-gloss, mirror-like and very modern. Reflects light, so it makes small rooms feel bigger. Needs gentle cleaning.

PU paint

Seamless, rich colour with a factory-smooth finish. The premium option for statement wardrobes.

Our advice

• Mix finishes — wood-texture laminate with a glossy accent panel
• Use handle-less profiles for a clean look
• Add a mirror shutter if you do not have a separate dresser
• Plan inside first: hanging, drawers, lofts, then the outside