What should I look for when choosing bathroom furniture?

The choice of furniture for the bathroom is a very difficult task, because this is a room with increased importance. Therefore, it is desirable that the cabinets, cabinets and shelves made of wood and similar materials have good waterproofing.

Whose furniture is better?

Should you trust domestic furniture manufacturers? This question interests many people who are going to update the interior of the bathroom. Currently, most companies are worried about their reputation and are interested in regular customers, so they offer quality products to the market. Very often you can hear about industries that, for the manufacture of furniture, purchase imported materials and accessories. Thanks to this, now many people buy Italian furniture made in Russia. The advantage of such an acquisition is an affordable price.

Another difference between our and foreign manufacturers is the size of the furniture. Russian firms offer the buyer a product tailored to the small area of the bathrooms. They look compact in a small room and do not create a sense of clutter. But imported furniture is more suitable for country houses and apartments in a new building, in which the bathroom area is much larger than in the same Khrushchev. If the goods presented in specialized stores are not suitable for the buyer, then you can contact a private master. He will make all the necessary furniture to order.

As for the sink, here still the Western manufacturers are far ahead in comparison with domestic firms. Of course, the price of such a product is 2-3 times higher, for its quality will delight the buyer for many years.

Secrets of choice

Sometimes customers do not believe the quality certificates that are presented in the store, in this case, you can verify the quality of the selected product using the following tricks.

To check the sink for chips, you need to lightly tap on it. If a pleasant ringing is heard during the check, then everything is fine with the goods, but a dull knock indicates that it is better to refuse the product.
Also, be sure to check how even the sink is covered in paint. To do this, under good clarification, carefully look at its surface. The absence of dents and smudges on it is an indicator of a job well done.
As for the accessories, everything is extremely simple here. Knives, handles and loops should be made of chromed metal. Of course, furniture with plastic handles, which are coated with paint, is much cheaper, but the appearance of such cabinets will soon cease to be attractive.

What's inside?

MDF boards are used very widely in the manufacture of bathroom furniture. They are made of vacuum-pressed wood dust, “glued” to each other with the help of lignin (a substance that is released from wood when heated). This material can take a rounded shape, and even its texture allows you to saw different patterns on it. He has good moisture-resistant abilities, so he is not afraid of water vapor and sudden changes in temperature. This furniture is easy to care for. Its facade can be wiped with a variety of detergents, except those that contain chlorine and abrasive.

Particleboard boards are no less popular in the market, although they are more expensive than the previous version. They are made from wood chips. There is a slight difference between domestic producers and imported ones. The fact is that the former sometimes use a cheap stove, which contains a large amount of formaldehyde. Abroad, the manufacture of furniture from chipboard slabs below class E1 is prohibited by law. This material has many positive aspects. Particleboards have good performance properties, and bugs do not start inside and mold does not form inside.

When decorating a bathroom in a classic style, furniture made from natural materials is excellent. True, this option has several disadvantages. It is hard to care for a wooden cabinet or cabinet and for this you need to buy special detergents. Wood absorbs moisture well, which can cause mold to form on the furniture. There are a few strong yes to all of these objections. By choosing this option, the buyer will receive an excellent view of the bathroom, the furniture in which will be made from natural, environmentally friendly raw materials.

Useful Tips

If the bathroom has underfloor heating, then it is better to choose leg furniture for it. It is advisable that the cabinet with the sink does not fit snugly against the wall. Such a decision will facilitate the cleaning of the hostess. In a small room it is better to pick up several shelves, a small hanging cabinet and a cabinet with a sink. Then the bathroom will look cozy and spacious.