Bathroom cabinets: types, sizes and selection

When decorating a bathroom, it is important to think about the comfort and functionality of this room. To be in it was as pleasant as possible, you should provide furniture for storing towels, personal hygiene products and other "little things". A curbstone is suitable for these purposes. Thanks to a large selection of its designs, sizes and colors, it is possible to choose a solution for both a spacious and a miniature bathroom with an area of ​​several squares.

The main argument in favor of purchasing a bathroom cabinet is practicality and convenience. This piece of furniture allows you to use the available space intelligently. This is especially true for small bathrooms, in which they try to use the area to the maximum.

The curbstones can have different internal filling. It can be:

• shelves;
• drawers.

They are designed to store linen, perfumery products. They often contain household chemicals intended for cleaning the premises.

Manufacturers offer several types of pedestals. They are divided into 2 large categories - products with or without a sink. Let's consider the main features of these two models.

Products characterized by practicality and functionality. Such furniture is provided with 1 or 2 bowls for washing. Advantages of models with a sink:

• due to the curbstone, it becomes possible to hide communications (water pipes, siphon);
• no need to fix the washbasin to the wall surface, since the 4 walls of the bedside table serve as a support for the washbasin;
• the ability to store various things.

The dimensions of the cabinet directly depend on the size of the sink. Furniture can either have a countertop located on the sides of the wash basin or be without it.

Sideboards without a sink are capacious "storage" for various things and a stylish piece of decor. They can be elongated, visually resembling a pencil case, wide, like small cabinets.

There are products designed for built-in household appliances. In such cabinets, a department is provided (for example, for installing a washing machine). The design also includes shelves, drawers and a worktop. Such furniture can provide for the presence of wheels for ease of movement or legs. There are also products on sale without rollers and supports.

Bathroom - a room with "difficult" conditions. It is here that people wash in the morning, take a shower or a bath. Because of this, in this room there are sharp temperature drops, high humidity levels. If you choose the wrong furniture, it will quickly lose its aesthetics when exposed to these factors. That's why pedestals must meet a number of requirements.

• Moisture resistance... Furniture items must withstand high humidity, splashes and drops from water on the surface. If the product is "afraid" of moisture, it can deform, crack or mold. Moisture resistant models are the optimal solution for use in bathrooms.
• Quality of fittings and finishing coatings... Handles, loops, hooks and other items must be of high quality. The decorative coating deserves special attention. An unreliable composition will not prevent metal parts from rusting.
• High level of security... To reduce the risk of injury, bathroom furniture should have machined corners and edges. This is because the floors in most bathrooms are slippery. The person may slip, fall, and smash their head on unfinished furniture.

An important parameter is the texture and color of the cabinet. They should be such that dried water droplets are not conspicuous. Matte furniture in light colors meets these requirements. These products will not need to be cared for as often as solutions with dark surfaces.

Bathroom cabinets are represented by a wide range of models - solutions with various design features are on sale that can solve all kinds of everyday tasks.

• Classic base cabinets... Depending on the model, they can be compact or overall with a different number of open or closed shelves and drawers.

• With mirror... This is functional furniture that will be an excellent solution for small bathrooms.

• With laundry basket... Products can be small or large, allowing you to find a solution for all bathroom sizes. Their special linen baskets are designed to hold towels, bathrobes and other items.

• Suspended... These are models designed for wall mounting. They help to "unload" the space. The main disadvantages of hanging furniture are its small capacity and the need for reliable fastening.

• Roll-out... These models are equipped with a roller mechanism, due to which it is convenient and quick to move furniture from one place to another. The main disadvantage of movable mobile curbstones is the impossibility of using them under an overhead bowl for washing.

• Modular... In-demand bathroom solutions. Modular lockers can be placed on the floor or hung from the wall.Thanks to them, it is possible to quickly and easily change the boring interior of the room.

• «Moidodyr "... This is the most functional furniture, including open and closed shelves, numerous drawers, a large mirror and a built-in sink.

Radius furniture has an elegant and solid appearance. For such pedestals, streamlined shapes and smooth lines are characteristic. Radial solutions look luxurious, they are able to bring an original aesthetic note into the interior.

Non-standard pedestals and variations with asymmetric shapes look no less attractive. They are made in the form of a drop, a hexagon, an octahedron and have other unusual configurations. Non-standard furniture always looks original and interesting, but it will cost more than classic models.

Various raw materials are used for the production of bathroom cabinets. The durability of the furniture and its aesthetic qualities will depend on it. Cheap products are made from chipboard (chipboard)... To increase their durability, their surface is treated with various compounds, mosaic or laminated film is applied. However, such a coating is not able to ensure long-term preservation of the appearance of the piece of furniture when used in a room with high humidity. Even with frequent airing of the room, such a curbstone will soon require replacement.

More reliable material is MDF... To improve aesthetic and operational qualities, such products are treated with a specialized coating that is resistant to high humidity and temperature extremes. Furniture made of MDF is inexpensive, it is made in various color variations and has an optimal ratio of price and quality.

One more budget material - plastic... The plastic cabinet is "not afraid" of moisture, splashing water, high temperatures. However, this material is fragile. If low-quality plastic is used in the production process, the product may soon break due to inaccurate handling. When using plastic furniture, special care must be taken.

Wooden pedestals are made of solid wood, which makes such solutions expensive. Various types of wood are used for production. It can be pine, birch, larch, beech, oak. The tree does not resist moisture well, so it is impregnated with moisture-resistant compounds or painted.

Expensive, beautiful and reliable cabinets are made of glass... They can be matte, transparent, sandblasted or laser-printed. Glass, especially tempered glass, is durable, resistant to high humidity and temperature extremes. But glass models are expensive, which is why they are not often preferred.

The most expensive and rare on the market pedestals are made of natural or artificial stone, porcelain stoneware... Such designs look solid and elegant, but they are not suitable for every style of interior. In addition, stone objects are weighty, which can lead to difficulties in their transportation and installation.

Taking into account the great demand for bathroom cabinets, domestic and foreign manufacturers strive to offer the consumer products with the most "unexpected" colors. On sale there are black, purple, burgundy, blue, pink and other models. Furniture with “calm” light shades is more popular among buyers.... White, gray, beige, cream, pale blue tones are at the peak of their popularity.

Light cabinets are versatile. As a rule, such decisions are made in a classic style. The classics are characterized by white colors, natural materials, chrome fittings, carved inserts and other decor. Light cabinets are suitable for almost any style of interior, will contribute to a visual increase in space, which is especially important for small premises.

Black cabinets and solutions with dark shades look worthy in the bathroom. They will look stylish and original. Typically, such products act as a contrast to white or beige plumbing fixtures. Often, black and white furniture is used when decorating a room in a minimalist style. The curbstones in minimalism have standard shapes, clear straight lines, there is no decor for such products.

If a sink is provided in the cabinet, its dimensions will directly depend on the wash bowl. Furniture can have a countertop on the sides if the capacity is smaller than the bedside table. However, the cabinet itself can never be smaller than the sink. Standard widths start from 50 and 60 cm, but there are also more compact narrow models with a width of 40 cm on sale. In stores, there are dimensional cabinets with countertops, large products for 2 sinks. Their width reaches 80, 90 and 100 cm.

The depth of the cabinet is also important. Standard values ​​for this parameter range from 45 to 65 cm. Custom-made products or non-standard models have a depth of 70, 75, 110 or 120 cm.

The height of the cabinet is also important. How convenient it will be to use the product will largely depend on it. For people with an average and tall height (from 170 cm), a model with a sink with a height of 95 to 105 cm will be optimal. If a person is short, products of 80-90 cm are suitable for him. Models without a sink may be higher. For solutions in the form of a pencil case, heights of 130, 140, 150, 160, 170 cm are characteristic.

Quality bathroom cabinets are offered by domestic and foreign companies. Some Russian and Chinese firms use European accessories and materials in their production, due to which they position their products as foreign. However, there is still a difference. Most of the Russian-made pedestals are adapted for use in small bathrooms. In turn, the majority of foreign models are distinguished by high functionality, massive structures. Such products are more suitable for bathrooms in cottages, country houses or spacious apartments with new layouts.

Consider a few companies whose products deserve attention due to their high quality and stylish design.

• "Aquaton"... In the production of pedestals, employees of the domestic company pay attention to both the appearance of the products and their functionality. The furniture of this brand is practical, reliable and has a well-thought-out design.

• Triton... This is a Russian manufacturer, one of the activities of which is the production of suspended bathroom cabinets in various designs. In the manufacture of furniture, chipboard with a laminated coating is used.

• Villeroy & Boch... German brand. Produces bathroom cabinets of non-standard sizes. Laminated MDF is used for the manufacture of furniture. The washbasins for the vanity units are made of porcelain. All models are equipped with quality fittings - chrome-plated or brass-plated parts. This coating protects the metal from damage by corrosion.

• Roca... The company is engaged in the production of ergonomic cabinets made of laminated chipboard. Products are sold in a wide price segment - solutions for every taste and budget are on sale.

• Ikea... This is a Dutch company specializing in the creation of furniture, decor and various products for home comfort and coziness. Under this brand, wall-mounted bathroom cabinets are produced in light and dark colors, adapted to the Scandinavian style. The Godmorgon range helps you organize your bathroom space. They do not take up much space and facilitate cleaning due to fastening to the wall, help to "hide" linen and personal hygiene items due to drawers.

Before going to the store behind a bathroom cabinet, you should arm yourself with some knowledge. Following the recommendations will help you make the right purchase.

It is important to consider several criteria.

• Material... Experts advise to give preference to products made from moisture-resistant and environmentally friendly raw materials. Natural wood solutions must be treated with special moisture-repellent compounds.

• Configuration... You should consider in advance what kind of furniture will be - radial, rectangular, angular, asymmetric. It is also important to decide whether you need a cabinet with or without legs, and which is preferable - a rolling model or a stationary one.

• Door opening method... Swing models are suitable for rooms with sufficient space, while sliding ones are best chosen for bathrooms with limited space.

• Dimensions (edit)... In order not to have to guess, you must first take measurements of the place in which you plan to install the curbstone.

• Internal filling... There should be enough shelves, drawers and other compartments to accommodate the intended items.

• Fittings... It should be as strong and reliable as possible. Loose elements will tell you about a poor build.

• Color and design... The curbstone should harmoniously fit into the space, emphasizing the style and individuality of the room.

• Manufacturer... There are many unscrupulous companies on the market that use low quality raw materials in order to reduce the cost of furniture. The result is an unreliable and short-lived product. There are great risks that cheap pedestals from an unknown manufacturer will soon require replacement.

Cabinets with a sink and a mirror look original and interesting in any bathroom. The photo below clearly illustrates how such furniture fits organically into the interior of the room. Here, mirror illumination performs a direct function, and is also used as an interesting decor item.

A hanging cabinet with drawers and a laundry basket looks stylish and interesting. It does not take up much space, but at the same time it becomes a spacious "storage" for towels and personal hygiene items.

The photo below shows a spacious American-style bathroom. A narrow pencil case with drawers for storing little things is very well chosen here. Next to the furniture there is an original tulip sink. In the interior, all furnishings are in harmony with each other in style and color.

Learn how to choose a bathroom cabinet in the video below.