Toilet shelves: varieties, choices and examples

Small rooms need a competent organization of space. You need to store hygiene items and household chemicals in the toilet. The shelves allow you to fold everything you need compactly without taking up too much space. Shelf models are different, as well as materials.

The organization of storage space worries many housewives, because there is never enough space. The advantage of lockers over installation:

• additional space;
• depending on the design, it can become a full-fledged decorative element;
• allows you to hide pipes and wires;
• open structures allow you to decorate the toilet by displaying vases or figurines;
• structures with facades help to hide household chemicals and hygiene items from prying eyes;
• a variety of types allows you to choose a design for a room of any size.

The use of shelves in the toilet allows you to place all the necessary items. The models can be varied.

• Freestanding. Shelving structure consists of open shelves. It is convenient to store things, and some can even be hidden behind the facade. Dimensions are matched to the size of the toilet. This shelf takes up the entire wall and is spacious.

• Hinged. Versatile models can be found in any furniture store. These shelves can be installed even in a very small room above the toilet.

• Open models. These niches are rather decorative. The recess can be decorated with lighting. Can be combined with other designs.

• Niches with facades... A built-in wardrobe allows you to save as much space as possible in a small toilet. The design does not impede access to the pipes.

• Corner. The original version allows you to use the space to the maximum. Usually plywood is used for manufacturing, but you can choose another option.

The shelves should be durable and durable, not afraid of washing. Popular materials are as follows.

• Drywall. The versatile material allows you to create structures of any kind. Usually installed on a metal profile for strength. When self-manufacturing, you first need to prepare the frame, and then attach sheets of drywall of a suitable size. The surface is leveled with putty, then you can start decorating.

• Wood. Only high-quality material is used, boards without stains and deformations. Before making wood shelves, the surface must be carefully sanded. It is imperative to cover the boards with varnish so that they do not suffer from external influences. The stain will change the shade of the wood, and the burner will give the effect of antiquity.

• Chipboard. The material is affordable and can have a variety of decor. When making shelves, laminate sheets should be used. Edges are glued to the ends to protect the material and enhance decorative properties.

• OSB. The sheets are much stronger than the previous version. It will not work to decorate the products with carved monograms, the material crumbles. OSB boards have an interesting pattern, so they can not be painted, but simply varnished or stained, as is the case with wood.

• Metal and glass. Mounts are made from the first material, and the shelves themselves from the second. It is worth choosing glass at least 6 mm thick. Otherwise, the structure will not withstand the load and will quickly break. Fasteners can be purchased from a hardware store, and glass of the correct size can be ordered from a workshop. It is important to place the supports evenly. Metal racks can be used without glass. It is convenient if they are equipped with casters and can be moved at will. It is very easy to wash the structure. The only drawback is the heavy weight.

• Plywood. Shelves can be made of material with a thickness of 6-10 mm. It is noteworthy that plywood bends and allows you to create intricate shapes. 4mm plywood can be used to make a shelf for your phone or magazines. Self-tapping screws of suitable size are used for fastening.

• Plastic. You won't be able to make such a shelf on your own, however, the stores offer a wide range of different sizes and designs. Can be additionally decorated with paint or self-adhesive paper. Quite a budget option is not afraid of high humidity.

The shelves are installed after the renovation, when the style of the interior has been chosen. Furniture for storage must be selected correctly, otherwise the dissonance will be very noticeable. The shelves above the installation look especially advantageous and original. Lightweight structures on the walls are able to visually make the room larger, which is especially important for a separate toilet.

Wide and open shelves visually hide the square meters. Some small structures look more original and allow you to place household chemicals, toilet paper and decor. Small closed products are outwardly more accurate and roomy. However, this design requires more space.

Looks good in the bathroom floor metal shelving or basket systems. Shelves of this type allow you to place all the necessary items, up to the decor. One compartment can be left free to store your phone and other personal items. Glass shelves are suitable for a small toilet, they visually make the space lightweight.

In modern apartments, the toilet is often combined with a bath and a laundry. Regardless of the layout, the shelves above the toilet look interesting and are a practical storage solution. Accommodation options are as follows.

• Open shelving needs to be maintained in a constant manner, however, the high decorative effect is worth it. Dust quickly builds up on the shelves, so you'll have to wipe them down daily. This design is the most convenient to use. It is enough to reach out and take the desired item. Stacks of towels in the color of the interior look impressive on such shelves.

• A lonely shelf will not bring hassle during installation. A wide range of materials and decor will allow you to choose something original and suitable for the interior of the toilet.

• Shelves with fronts look more massive, but allow you to hide all household chemicals and toilet paper. If there is a mess inside, no one will see it. Dust in the closet should be wiped down much less often than on open shelves.

Before installing the wall structure, mark the wall. First, the frame is attached, and then the shelves themselves are mounted. If the wall is decorated with tiles, you will have to drill holes in it for fasteners in advance. The following fasteners are used:

• L-shaped metal;
• triangles;
• rods.

If the partition into which the shelf is mounted is strong, then there will be no problems. It is enough to drill a hole with a drill with a drill of a suitable diameter and insert the part for fastening. If the wall is of weak strength, usually made of gypsum concrete or foam concrete, then you will have to make a supporting structure so that the shelf does not collapse. There are several ways to do it.

• The drilled hole must be sealed with a small amount of glue, and only then the dowel should be inserted. Liquid nails and ceramic tile compound are suitable.
• The hole should be made with a drill of a smaller diameter than the dowel. So it will not loosen up inside.
• The use of spacers.
• Using large dowels or nesting one inside the other.

For information on how to make shelves in the toilet behind the toilet, see the next video.

The shelves in the toilet should match the interior and be in harmony with the overall environment. Wood products are more suitable for a classic style, while plastic, metal and glass look better in a modern design. Here are some beautiful examples of shelves above the installation.

• Open shelves and a couple of closed cabinets all along the wall behind the toilet allow you to store a lot of useful things. The decorative elements are in good harmony with the design of the room.

• A pair of open shelves allows you to place everything you need. Glass jars look decorative.

• The large open design allows toilet paper and towels to be stored in a compact space. Dark wood looks presentable.

• Modern interior in the style of minimalism - nothing superfluous. Closed shelves allow you to hide a lot of household chemicals and useful things.

• A common niche with glass shelves. Materials are selected so that cleaning is quick and easy.