Manicure table: an overview of models and features of choice
A high-quality manicure cannot be done without a comfortable and clean workplace, because it takes more than one hour to create beautiful and well-groomed hands. We are talking about a manicure table - it can be factory-made or hand-made (if the manicurist accepts clients at home).
Characteristic
The work surface of a manicure master should contain a large number of tools and at the same time not look cluttered. Therefore, it is important to choose an ergonomic and roomy option so that it is convenient not only for the master, but also for the client. On the table itself, as a rule, there is a lamp for drying nails, a hand roller, disposable napkins and a cuticle treatment apparatus. A dry oven and disinfectants can be nearby, but not necessary.
Varnishes, gel varnishes, and auxiliary manicure accessories are usually located on a counter or hanging shelf next to the table. This is convenient, since the client, coming to the master, chooses the desired shade of coating on the "chamomile", and the master does not need a large number of bottles at hand at once.
Cutters, nail files, napkins and cotton pads, various consumables can be found in the shelves under the table. They can be open or closed.
The manicure table can have a standard or unusual tabletop shape, one or two seats for the client. It can be foldable or ordinary, with or without a cabinet, with built-in lighting and extractor hood, and so on.
For home use, you can choose an economical DIY option. Such a table will not take up much space, but it will create in the room the atmosphere of a classic workstation of a manicure master.
Dimensions (edit)
A standard factory manicure table has optimal dimensions: length 1.15 m, height 73-75 cm, width of the canvas 45-50 cm. Such dimensions allow the master and the client to feel comfortable at the table. The standard can be changed in favor of unusual designs, if such are required for a particular interior of the cabin. But any configuration should be convenient for both the client and the master.
The standard size manicure table is suitable for any salon. For home use, you can choose a smaller option, especially if the area of the apartment is small.
Color solutions
The color palette for modern manicure tables is quite extensive. Shades of countertops and pedestals are selected depending on the interior of the salon or the personal preferences of the master. Today many people prefer simple and stylish white. This option will fit into any interior, it will not visually clutter up the space. In addition, white furniture shades always look more aesthetically pleasing than color options.
White furniture needs proper care. After each client, it is necessary to put things in order at the workplace and remove dirt. For convenience, you can use disposable medical napkins, which are spread on the work surface and thrown away after one manicure.
Tables of dark shades require even greater cleanliness - as a rule, traces of hands and fingers remain on their surface, which does not always look neat.
Styles
It is pleasant to be in a beautiful stylish place and enjoy quality manicure. Any woman who comes to the salon wants not only to renew her manicure, but also to relax. That is why the owners of beauty studios pay great attention to the interior, shades and various accessories. But when choosing the style of the salon and furniture, you need to think first of all about functionality and convenience. After all, no one will like sitting for several hours in an uncomfortable chair or at a bad table.
Arriving at the salon, the client immediately pays attention to the environment and cleanliness. The general style of the establishment, beautiful furniture, lighting - all this influences the outcome of visiting the master.
Simple laconic interiors, unusual furniture in a minimalist style, interesting accessories are now relevant. For example, such a style as a loft is in fashion: high ceilings, raw concrete and brick, massive but laconic furniture. A manicure table for such a setting can be made of solid wood and steel parts.
It is easier to choose furniture in a classic interior, but you should pay attention to the quality of materials and workmanship. In nail salons, there is a lot of traffic, so the furniture must be durable and with a strong coating in order to operate it for as long as possible. Lacquer, PVC and MDF are best suited for these purposes.
The futuristic style of the interior with an abundance of light, furniture of unusual shapes, bright details today attracts more and more attention to itself. This style can be used for a beauty salon, but first of all, you need to think over a comfortable place for the client and the master.
Materials (edit)
A manicure table can be made of several types of materials: wood, MDF, laminated canvas and chipboard, steel, glass, plexiglass. Most often, there are combined options: glass and MDF, steel and laminated chipboard, wood and steel.
For a salon, the most practical option would be a manicure table made of MDF or chipboard coated with laminated canvas. It is easier to care for and fits into the mid-range.
Tables made of metal and glass or solid wood have a rather high price. Therefore, only the highest class salon can afford them.For a home manicurist, such a table is not needed - you can get by with an economical standard option made from modern materials.
A glass manicure table is not quite suitable for these purposes, because:
- it can crash;
- requires constant care;
- uncomfortable.
Glass can only be used as an addition to a worktop.
If the owner of the salon wants to have transparent, weightless furniture in the interior, then it is better to choose plexiglass. It is a modern plastic that can take almost any shape. Such a manicure table will be an original solution for a salon.
Models and accessories
There are many models of manicure tables for every taste:
- classic rectangular options with a pull-out cabinet and drawers;
- small folding tables that are used by DIYers;
- folding tables and transformers, folding or double.
In addition, in some manicure studios, comfortable large countertops for 2 workplaces are used: at such a table you can do a manicure with a friend. Each craftsman will have his own cabinet and work surface.
Another option is a corner manicure table with a built-in varnish shelf and cabinet. Such furniture does not take up much space.
A simple laconic rectangular table is one of the popular models. It can be of any color, with or without decor, with a carriage turnbuckle for a classic interior or with smooth transparent legs for a modern style. Here the curbstone can be built-in or separate - on wheels. This convenient option is preferred by most craftsmen.
And also tables for manicure can be additionally equipped with a built-in vacuum cleaner - it is needed for those masters who work with acrylic powder or other materials for nail extension. The vacuum cleaner efficiently cleans the surface and air above the workplace from acrylic dust and other volatile materials.
Hood tables are also popular. They do not need to purchase a separate hood or vacuum cleaner. The hood is located under the table and does not interfere with either the client or the master. The worktop has several holes through which the work surface and air are cleaned.
Many manicure tables are equipped with lighting - one or two lamps. This is quite convenient, because the ergonomics of the table have already been thought out, and the master does not need additional light sources.
By the way, a table lamp can be purchased separately depending on the interior, style or personal preference. It is better to choose concise, simple options with a powerful cold light lamp.
The transforming table is a table top with a built-in hood and folding legs. It is lightweight and can be removed if desired to save space. Folding transforming tables are usually used by those craftsmen who work from home.
It is good if the table has a hook or shelf for the client to hang or put the bag there. Today, many models provide for this nuance.
Review of popular manufacturers
Today, a fairly impressive list of manufacturers of high-quality manicure tables is presented. For example, company "Madison" offers comfortable and ergonomic options in laminated chipboard with chrome details.
Model "Katrin" has a solid laminated chipboard tabletop of an interesting shape in the form of an irregular oval, chrome-plated legs, several drawers and open shelves. On request, the table can be equipped with a built-in hood. Smooth corners and a large work surface mean comfort for both the craftsman and the client. The cost of the Katrin table starts from 5 thousand rubles.
"Linnmon / Adils" - a popular model of a simple and inexpensive table from the Swedish company Ikea. It is preferred by manicurists who work at home, since the cost is quite low, and the size, weight and colors allow you to place the table even in a small room.
"Adils" is a rectangular table top made of fiberboard coated with acrylic paint. The legs are metal and can be easily attached to the tabletop with self-tapping screws. The table color is presented in several options: white, black, blue, silver. It can accommodate all the necessary tools and instruments for manicure.
Among the manufacturers of manicure tables and accessories, one can single out a company "Equipment Max", which is engaged in the production of modern, powerful and reliable built-in vacuum cleaners for manicure and pedicure. The assortment includes several Max Ultimate models, which differ from each other in power, configuration and size. Vacuum cleaners of this brand are great for craftsmen who work with materials such as gel, acrylic, acrylic powder.
How to choose?
Professional high-quality and beautiful manicure cannot be done without proper equipment. This primarily includes a manicure table. It should be comfortable, comfortable and clean. After all, the client, having come to the master for the first time, pays attention not only to his past work and the range of varnishes, but also to the sterility of the instruments and the workplace.
To choose, indeed, the best option, you should know some rules.
- The surface of the manicure table top must be waterproof and durable. After each client, the table is treated with disinfectants, so its surface must withstand aggressive compounds.
- The size of the salon table is strictly regulated - its height should not be less than 70 cm.
- The table should not wobble or be flimsy.
- The work surface should be equipped with a vacuum cleaner and a lamp.
Manicure tables are divided into three cost classes: economy, classic and premium. The most inexpensive options do not have additional built-in equipment, it can be purchased separately. Economy class tables are usually preferred by home nail artists.
The classic furniture has a discreet design and is made from inexpensive materials. The premium class is represented by designer models with various "bells and whistles" in the form of powerful vacuum cleaners, beautiful lamps, lights and more.
How to do it yourself?
Manicure tables for home use can be made by yourself. This does not require a lot of materials, but first of all, detailed drawings are needed. First you need to determine the size of the table based on the area of \ u200b \ u200bthe housing. Optimal dimensions: width 45-50 cm, length 100-110 cm, height 70-75 cm.
The table top can be of any shape, for example, rounded, angular, curved, curved, and simple rectangular.
Then you should make a drawing with all the detailed measurements and transfer it to the computer in order to draw a detailed volumetric sketch. Thus, you can see the finished table even at the stage of preparation.
The choice of material for a manicure table is also not an easy matter. The table top must be durable and waterproof. For these purposes, laminated chipboard, MDF or durable plastic are best suited. Table legs can be purchased at any specialty store. They can be chrome, iron or solid. After choosing the materials, it remains to bring the idea to life with the help of tools. Such a table will become an excellent workplace - comfortable for both the master and his clients.
See the following video about the manicure master's workplace.