Bathroom cabinets: beautiful solutions for arranging space

The rational arrangement of furniture helps to properly equip the space of any room. A bathroom usually does not have large dimensions, therefore it is important to select all the accessories as accurately as possible and place only the furniture that is really needed there. A pencil case in such a room will act as the main container of all things and objects, which will make it possible to unload the space as much as possible, having only one piece of furniture. To make this possible, it is important to be able to choose the right pencil case so that, with all its functionality, it is also a decoration for the shower room.

Pencil cases have appeared a long time ago, but only now the bathroom has also become a zone for their placement. Initially, there was practically no furniture in the shower room, but only a bathtub and a washbasin. Due to the fact that the abundance of things grew from day to day, especially if a lot of people live in the apartment, then it became necessary to equip a place to store all the contents.

A distinctive feature of the pencil case is its shape, it is thanks to her that it is so popular. The width of this furniture is small, so it can be easily installed even in the smallest rooms. The depth also does not differ in large dimensions, which makes it possible to quickly and with maximum convenience take everything you need from the shelf.

In the bathroom, you only need to install a certain model of this product, which is made of moisture-resistant materials, otherwise, over time, the wood will begin to exfoliate and the pencil case will turn from a beautiful piece of furniture into an element of old furniture. Color solutions in this case can be very diverse, which makes it possible to create the most daring interior designs. So that the view of the room is complete and the pencil case does not stand out against the background of the rest of the furniture or the general concept of repair, it is important to choose it based on the specific characteristics.

Appearance, design features, presence or absence of mirrors, additional pull-out shelves, metal grilles - all this expands the possibilities of the bath case. Some models may even be equipped with a container for collecting dirty things, in order to avoid the need to install additional baskets for this. When choosing a pencil case, it is important to clearly understand what tasks it will perform, for what purposes it will serve and how many items will need to be placed in it, which will give an understanding of some of the external characteristics, dimensions of furniture and help with the choice of design.

Based on the fact that the purpose of the pencil case in the bathroom is not limited to just storing clothes, manufacturers have created a variety of models that can satisfy any needs of consumers. Based on the characteristics of this type of furniture, it is distinguished by such types as:

• Floor standing - its second name is "column". It is used in showers with sufficiently large dimensions, but if desired and in the appropriate arrangement of all interior items, it can be entered into any bathroom. The design feature consists in the presence of a large number of shelves, the contents of which are not in contact with each other, which makes it possible to place various kinds of items in a single cabinet.This type allows you to install a laundry basket, which will be sufficiently ventilated. To make the column convenient to use in a bath of any size and layout, you can vary the possibility of opening the door and the direction of its movement. For the bathroom, pencil cases with a height of more than two meters are usually not used, because it will be problematic to reach the upper shelves without additional elevation. When choosing a complete set, it is better to choose a product that will be installed on small legs, which will help to fully ventilate the space around it.

• Wall-mounted - the shape of such a pencil case is rectangular, and the arrangement is floor-standing. Due to its small size, it takes up a very modest space in the room. Such pencil cases usually have a fairly large width and the maximum possible and convenient height in use. The standard size of the depth of such a product is a mark of 32 cm. You can choose the most diverse width - from very small to one meter, which makes a whole wardrobe out of a pencil case.
• Angular - located in the corner of the room, not completely adhering to the walls, which allows you to ventilate the space, preventing the occurrence of mold or mildew. The triangular or trapezoidal design makes it possible to efficiently use the space in the bathroom.

• Semi-case Is a small piece of furniture. Not every bathroom has the ability to place a full-fledged pencil case due to the presence of household appliances or pipes, but it gives a chance to install a semi-tall cabinet that will perfectly fit under a heated towel rail. It can accommodate towels, bathrobes, things, necessary accessories, and the upper part of the furniture can become a place for improvised items needed at the time of using the bath.
• Suspension - used recently, but has already become an important and necessary option for bathroom furniture. Such a pencil case is attached to the wall and does not touch the floor. This hinged version makes the room visually spacious and does not interfere with full cleaning. The size of such structures rarely exceeds one and a half meters, which allows you to put everything you need in it. Hanging pencil cases will perfectly fit into the interior of both large and small bathtubs.

• Rotating structures - these are options for products in which a special mechanism is installed in the middle, with which you can rotate it around its axis, which makes it possible to use each of the sides. In this case, the furniture is completed with different systems - on the one hand there are shelves, on the other - hooks. It is convenient to use such a pencil case in the bathroom, which has non-standard dimensions. This type of furniture will become a real highlight of any shower room.
• Curbstone - a floor product of small size, which can have a wide variety of appearance, which helps to create an interesting interior in the bathroom. A variety of dimensions allows you to choose a cabinet for a specific room. It can be angular and occupy one of the corners without cluttering up the space and allowing you to place a sufficiently large number of objects inside.

Due to the fact that bathroom and toilet furniture is constantly exposed to the humidity of the environment, suitable materials are needed for its manufacture. Most bathroom furniture is made of MDF and chipboard, which are additionally coated on top with waterproof varnish or paint. It is this kind of processing that helps ordinary furniture to remain beautiful in any conditions, not to crack, not to dry out and not to swell.

Moisture-resistant panels used to make furniture prevent moisture from getting insideand the doors protect the contents from water droplets that may splash during the bathing process.If we are talking about more expensive furniture, then in this case, wood is used that is resistant to moisture - teak and larch. To achieve a more attractive appearance, such products are also varnished. Cases made of natural wood are many times more expensive than those made of MDF and chipboard.

For hinged cabinets, the front façade is often glass, which makes it impervious to moisture and visually aesthetically pleasing. In addition to ordinary glass, you can also use a mirror, which will make all hygiene procedures faster and more comfortable.

In addition to the basis for the manufacture of a pencil case, it is worth paying attention to the fittings - if it is made of metal, then it must be covered with an anti-corrosion material, which will ensure its long-term operation. Alternatively, you can use plastic handles and legs, although they are less attractive. The most favorable will be products made of chrome, which are both externally beautiful and are not inferior in characteristics, and in many respects even surpassing all other options.

It is important to choose a wardrobe in the bathroom so that it can fit as many things as possible, but at the same time it takes up the minimum space. It should be quite narrow, but if necessary, all dimensions could be adjusted to the type of room. Depending on the appearance of the pencil case, whether it is low or high, and the type of its location - wall or floor, the width and depth of the product will differ.

For the floor version, the minimum width will be up to 30 cm. Pencil cases of this type can fit even in the smallest space, allowing you to put everything in the room, making it stylish and functional. The smallest width is 20 cm. Most often, such pencil cases are installed in the toilet, because there is very little space there. Corner cabinets can be 25 cm wide, especially if they are hinged.

If the bathtub has considerable dimensions, then you can safely install a cabinet in it with a width of 40 cm, which in this case will not hide the space, but will make it possible to place additional shelves and baskets in the pencil case. If we talk about large-sized pencil cases, then the width of such products can vary from 40 cm to 60, and in some cases even up to a meter.

The second important parameter is depth, it also plays an important role for a pencil case and determines the functionality of this furniture. The smallest indicator is considered to be 45 cm - this is the necessary space for convenient use and optimal placement of all things in the bathroom. If the area of ​​the room allows you to arrange more overall furniture in it, then a depth of 50 cm will be the most successful. Do not forget about corner floor cases, for which indicators of 45 and 50 cm will be the most successful. It is no longer advisable to do a great depth.

If the bathroom is shared or a large number of people live in the house and a lot of things are collected in the bathroom, then here it is necessary to use the most capacious furniture, the depth of which will be 60 cm.A deep closet will take up a lot of space in the room, therefore it must be correctly positioned. By installing such a pencil case near household appliances of about the same size, you can hide its true size and visually expand the space. A pencil case also looks beautiful with a set of the same furniture, which can have a wide variety of configuration options in the form of a chest of drawers, a hanging shelf, a hanging sink with a cabinet and other things.

If the bathroom is very small, then low pencil cases will come in handy., the depth of which is usually minimal, but the width can be large enough, which creates a rectangular furniture structure.For owners of huge shower suites, the most convenient will be a double-folding pencil case, which is almost like a wardrobe with shelves; it can be equipped with a pipe for hangers, it is possible to place the laundry basket and place everything in it in the shower room. A beautiful pencil case will become a real decoration of the bathroom, an excellent assistant to any housewife and will allow you to find a place for each item in the room.

When choosing a pencil case for a bathroom, it is important to have an idea of ​​how the room will look after renovation. The stylistic features of this furniture can be fundamental and fit into the prepared room or get out of it, without becoming a single whole. It is important to pay attention to the color of the furniture, on the surface from which it is made, to the fittings.

A mirrored pencil case is most suitable as a wall product, which will increase the space through the presence of a facade with a mirror, at the same time hiding communications behind it. The color scheme can be very diverse.

If there is a desire to use colored furniture, then the design of the bathroom should be subordinated to this idea. So, if the pencil case is black or brown, then the plumbing can be done in the same color, which will create a certain harmony. The use of curtains or other decorative elements of the same color will complete the overall picture. In the case of choosing dark colors, it is important to make the rest of the interior as light as possible, add a lot of light to it, including from electric lamps.

The color of the pencil case can be red, while it is better to complement it with accents in the color of the tile or drawing with paint on drywall. In this case, decorative elements can be curtains, a rug in the bathroom, a holder for toothbrushes and other small elements, which together create a beautiful finished image of the room. A pencil case of this color can be matte, although the gloss looks much juicier and brighter. The choice of option depends on the preferences of the owners of the premises.

When it comes to fittings, it is important to pay attention to handles and hinges. If this is a simple metal without finishing, then it will not last long and will soon become very unattractive in appearance. It is best to use chrome parts. About awnings, it should be said that this is exactly the element on which the service life and ease of use of the product directly depend. It is best to purchase German, Swedish or Italian fittings.

As for the legs, they can also have a different look. Chrome models will look very nice. For greater convenience, they can also have the ability to adjust the height.

In order for the bathroom to be beautiful, it is important to correctly plan the amount of furniture and its location in the room. The convenience of using any item will depend on this. If the presence of household appliances is assumed, then the place for it must be chosen first of all in order to build the rest of the furniture plan on the basis of this. The washing machine is usually placed near pipes to minimize communications.

Around the machine, you can place all sorts of furniture sets or some individual elements that are needed. If only a pencil case is located in the bathroom, then its tone is selected according to the size of the room: for a small room - to match the walls, for a large one, you can choose any interesting color.

When choosing bathroom furniture, you should only look for moisture-resistant options. It is advisable to check the quality certificates so that you know exactly what you are purchasing.If there are no documents, it is worth carefully examining the product and the quality of its staining, and if everything is done without drips, then the furniture can be taken, if there are various kinds of flaws, it is worth continuing the search. Be sure to pay attention to the fittings, the material of its manufacture and reliability.

If the pencil case contains built-in elements, such as a laundry basket or drawers, then you need to find out what they are made of and check the smooth running of these elements. The inner content depends on what will be stored in it. If these are household chemicals and similar things, then it is better to be able to move the shelves relative to their height. If you intend to store robes in a pencil case, then it can be equipped with a bar for a hanger.

The combined type of pencil case allows you to place both regular shelves and a tube under the robe hangers in the upper part. At the bottom there is a niche for linen, which opens very conveniently without taking up a lot of space, and between the two zones there are drawers that can easily fit the little things you need in everyday life. The room itself is made in calm colors, so the choice of a white pencil case is quite appropriate.

A set of bathroom furniture always looks great in a given room, especially if it is successfully combined with the color of the decoration of the room itself. White and pink tiled walls are complemented by the same combination of glossy furniture panels that together create a complete composition. The pencil case has an upper part with shelves, two pull-out shelves for small items and a place for linen. Nearby there is a washstand with a cabinet under it, and on top there is a mirror and a side shelf for little things like toothbrushes, razors and other little things.

The version with a hanging shelf in which a sink is mounted looks very interesting. Such a piece of furniture becomes invisible in the interior with all the convenience of its use. The color of the products exactly repeats the color scheme of the walls and seems to dissolve them in space.

With the large dimensions of the bathroom, you can afford a more free arrangement of furniture, especially with a non-standard room layout. The washbasin area has a common vanity unit with a washbasin, above which there is a mirror with a side shelf. This makes it possible to carry out morning and evening procedures with maximum comfort. Above the washing machine there is a hinged pencil case in which you can conveniently place everything you need for washing. The narrow space between the windows is occupied by a pencil case, which fits exactly into the space allotted for it. White furniture serves as a decoration of this interior, shading the pastel colors of the walls.

When choosing a furniture option for your bathroom, you need to soberly assess its size and capacity, think over a design option, and only then start repair work.

For information on how to make a pencil case for a bathroom with your own hands, see the next video.