In a space-constrained modern world, storage can be an issue for househunters. The more of it in your house the better.

Top of the list for storage are fitted wardrobes, which are great for packing away not just clothes, but luggage, Christmas decorations and all sorts of bulky items.

Many older homes, however suffer from seriously fashion-challenged wardrobes. Dark and looming wardrobes can really overtake a room.

Bright pine can look terribly dated and mirrored wardrobes are a definite no no, according to Feng Shui experts.

The first option is to give your wardrobes a new lease of life with a simple paint job. However, if you are saddled with slatted louvred doors this option can involve lots of time-consuming painting.

But if you are up for the job make sure to sand them down first, prime them and cover them in at least two coats of paint. Opt for a satinwood or eggshell. Give them some funky new door knobs.

For louvred doors it may be easier to take the doors down and paint them flat. Choose a warm cream or pale and muted green or blue for a sunny colonial look and match with lots of funky floral bed linen.

You could of course revamp the wardrobe frame and splash on a new wardrobe door. Check out B&Q (01 8708599) or In House at the Panelling Centre (1850 212214) for good value replacement wardrobe doors.

Check out the smart Boston range in alabaster white with frosted glass option at the Panelling Centre.

Prices for wardrobes at B&Q start at 60 and go up to 300. You could also add tower drawer units and extra rails at this stage. Make sure to get the measurements right before you chuck out your old doors.