Secrets of decorating a bathroom in the style of "classic": we select furniture

The bathroom is, first of all, the place where we can perform hygiene procedures, bring our appearance in perfect order. However, it is also a personal area of ​​relaxation and rest for each person after a hard day's work. That is why it is very important that the interior of this room is tastefully selected and pleases all family members. An excellent solution is a classic style bathroom. You can recreate this style by using suitable furniture, as well as the presence of decorative elements and accessories.

The main distinguishing features of a classic bathroom are:

• the use of natural materials in the interior - natural wood and stone;
• use in the design of all kinds of ornaments and decorative elements;
• sculptures and stucco elements can be used in the design;
• use in the interior of golden shades;
• all surfaces can be mirrored or glossy;
• the use of classic antique furniture.

It is also very important to choose the right finishes for the ceiling, walls and floor in the bathroom. Walls can be decorated with stone tiles or waterproof wallpaper, the surface of which will imitate an expensive luxurious fabric. Plaster molding looks good on the ceiling. And as a floor finish, you can use ceramic tiles or mosaics. Decorative columns and pilasters will also be appropriate in classic design.

It is best if the furniture in the classic bathroom interior is made of natural materials. All cabinets and shelves are best selected from beautiful wood. Glass elements, bronze and gilding may also be present. The furniture set can also be made of materials such as MDF or chipboard, with veneer coating and decorative elements made of natural stone.

No need to choose too massive and bulky bathroom furniture. The furnishings of the room should remain light and spacious, so the best solution would be to use small and elegant pieces of furniture. And to visually increase the space of the room, you can use antique-style furniture with built-in mirrors.

When choosing the color palette in which the interior will be decorated, it is important to remember that the classic style is characterized by calm pastel colors. You can use black and white, or choose one main color and several additional shades that will harmoniously combine with each other. You can also use shades of gold and green to decorate a room in a classic style.

When choosing furniture for a bathroom, it is very important to remember that these products will be in conditions of high temperatures and high humidity.

• Plastic furniture - completely resistant to high humidity. Today, with the help of modern technologies, plastic can be given the appearance of any other expensive materials. Products with translucent inserts will look original and unusual. An interesting, beautiful pattern can also be applied to the surface of plastic furniture.

• MDF - this material is also suitable for the manufacture of bathroom furniture, but it must be pre-treated with special compounds that will protect it from the harmful effects of moisture.Furniture made of MDF will perfectly fit into the classic style.

• Natural wood - a beautiful and luxurious material for classic furniture. However, you should choose those types of wood that will be resistant to high humidity (ash, wenge, oak, teak and zebrano). In the manufacture of furniture, wood is usually additionally treated with linseed oil, oils and wax, which increases its service life.

• Veneer - a chic version of the facing material. These are actually thin sheets of natural wood. The surface of this material must also be treated with protective compounds.

• Glass - glass elements are widely used for decorating furniture in a classic style. Glass surfaces can be both transparent and opaque, darkened.
• A natural stone - furniture with elements of natural stone looks expensive and luxurious. This material fits perfectly into the classic style of the bathroom.

Classic style products should be made of good quality materials. Decorative pieces of furniture can have artificial gilding. Furniture contours should be smooth and curved, facades can be finished in dark reddish tones. Shades of cherry, blue, purple and green will also look very beautiful. Consider the most popular bathroom furniture items.

• Hanging cabinet - with the most simple design, compact and functional. With this piece of furniture, you can even hide some of the bathroom communications. The cabinet is very convenient for storing various little things for hygiene procedures.

• Bedside tables - this furniture will also help to hide unsightly pipes and hoses under its body. If the bathroom is very small, the cabinet can be installed directly under the sink. Wooden products with carved legs will perfectly fit into the classic design. The optimal height of the bedside tables is 70-75 cm.

• Pencil cases - the height of the products is selected individually and can even reach the ceiling. These pieces of furniture are very spacious, you can conveniently place all the necessary personal items in them. Such cabinets are often additionally equipped with various drawers and shelves.

Of course, a mirror must also be installed in the bathroom., shelves for bathroom accessories, a laundry basket and a sink with a bedside table. All of these products must also have a sophisticated design in a classic style.

Furniture design can be very diverse - massive and austere or light and airy. You can choose the direction of "baroque", "renaissance" or even "neoclassic".

Among the countries producing luxury high-quality classic bathroom furniture, Italy has always been and remains in the first place. Italian furniture is distinguished by a special chic and gloss of products. But today Russia is not lagging behind Italy either. Many Russian manufacturers have also begun to produce very worthy products that are not inferior in their characteristics and appearance to imported counterparts. Among other manufacturers, China occupies a leading place, where they produce good quality and affordable products.

Bathroom furniture in a classic style should have smooth shapes, without sharp corners, facades can be decorated with all kinds of patterns and carved elements. The color palette can be either light or dark. The fittings should repeat the colors of natural metals; elements in bronze, gold or silver will look very beautiful. For example, you can choose a mirror with a gilded frame.

If the space of the room allows, you can install a beautiful set made of wood, as well as a compact and convenient dressing table.

When choosing bathroom furniture, it is important to consider several important points.

• it is necessary to provide good quality lighting and a sufficient number of light sources (it is best to use halogen or LED lamps in the bathroom);
• it is very important to provide excellent ventilation, otherwise, under the influence of moisture and temperature, wooden furniture may become unusable;
• Treat wooden furniture in the bathroom with special compounds that will provide it with additional protection and extend its life.

• wood products should have a uniform coating with paint and varnish (without smudges and irregularities), there should also be no sharp unpleasant odors (this indicates the high quality of materials and their safety for health);
• the quality of the fittings is very important (it is best if all elements are chrome-plated, as this will significantly increase their service life);
• the furniture should not have any deformations, cracks, chips or other damage.

Of course, it is also very important that all new furniture blends harmoniously with the overall bathroom interior. You can choose the best furniture option for absolutely any interior, the most important thing is to take a responsible approach to the choice and carefully study all the existing subtleties and nuances. Correctly selected furniture will make your classic bathroom stylish, original, cozy and comfortable.

For information on how to equip a bath in a classic style, see the next video.