How to Tell How Much Weight an Armoire Can Hold
Sometimes it is important to know exactly how much weight a piece of furniture can hold without breaking. Finding out how much weight an armoire can hold can be done in several ways. This is an easy way to get to know the piece of furniture.
You will need:
- A phone
- An owner's manual, specifications tag
- Weights and sizes of different items
- Consult the owner's manual to find out how much weight the armoire can hold. The owner's manual should have the weight in pounds or kilograms. The sticker on the side or the tag will have different warnings and limits for the piece. The specifications of the armoire will be listed there.
- Call the furniture manufacturer and ask about the specific make and model of the armoire. If the armoire is Brylane or Ethan Allen the weight ratio may be different from an armoire made by Thomasville or Ashley.
- Use different items to find out how much the armoire can hold. Adding different sized items little by little can let someone know how much an armoire can take. If the warranty does not cover this type of breakage it would be wise to try the other two steps first. This is a good idea when having purchased a used or previously owned armoire. This step should be done slowly and with care.
- Finding out what the armoire is made from is a good way to get to know the piece. A hardwood will hold more weight than one made from plywood or pressed board. Different woods will be able to hold different weights. Ash wood or Oak will be able to stand up to greater weights. Cedar has a good weight tolerance as well.
- Using an armoire to hold winter items such as blankets or holiday ornaments is a good idea. The weight issue will come into play when more items are put into the space.