Dressers for bathrooms: types and tips for choosing

Many people in the arrangement of their homes try to create the most interesting and beautiful interior. An important place is occupied by the bathroom, for which there are a large number of interior options. An interesting solution may be installing a chest of drawers in the bathroom. You should find out the main types of this furniture, its pros and cons, installation methods, tips for choosing.

There is a considerable assortment of dressers for the bathroom. You can select several types.

• Straight. A very common option. A direct chest of drawers is often placed in the living room or bedroom. As a rule, such furniture can take up quite a lot of space, so it is better to have such a chest of drawers in large bathrooms. The design consists of countertops, rear and side walls and front doors.

• Narrow. These dressers take up less space. They were created specifically for small rooms, where the location of the overall furniture greatly reduces the space. The design is similar to the design of direct dressers, the difference is only in size.

• Angular. This type of chest of drawers will be the most suitable option for narrow small rooms.

• Universal. Combines a dressing table and a sink. A great option for those whose bathroom area does not allow the use of these things separately.

A chest of drawers in the bathroom is a very functional item. Some models are equipped with a special cutout for a sink or sink. Thus, you can save space and arrange 2 items in one.In addition to the sink, some designers install a dressing table on a chest of drawers.

Most of the models are designed to put hygiene items into them. Therefore, chests of drawers are often equipped with plastic drawers. They can be quite a lot, because they should fit towels, bathrobes, washcloths and other things for the bathroom. Dressers can also be with a laundry basket. Its advantage is that it is more capacious than boxes. Thanks to its wicker design, the basket blends stylistically well with wood.

There is one feature that relates to a chest of drawers with a washbasin. The fact is that a siphon and pipes should be connected to the sink. If you want your bathroom to look beautiful, then all the installation elements and pipes must be hidden. There are chests of drawers that are characterized by the presence of several drawers in the upper part, while the lower one is empty, and there is a siphon and pipes in it. Designers have provided access to plumbing by making doors at the bottom of the chest of drawers.

Some designers create very original and very useful mechanisms for furniture. This also affected the chest of drawers. Instead of conventional drawers, they contain lateral mechanisms with a sufficient number of small shelves. In such a chest of drawers, little things will not be lost.

Dressers for the bathroom can be made of different materials, which differ in their properties.

• MDF. The structure of this material consists of compressed fibers or wood chips. Such raw materials can get wet, so MDF must be processed as thoroughly as possible. For this, various varnishes and coatings are used that protect the product walls from moisture penetration. In the manufacture of MDF, modern polymers are used, which gives strength.

• Plastic - A modern material that makes any furniture light. If we talk about the dresser for the bathroom, then the main advantage is moisture resistance. Another plus is simple operation. Plastic tolerates high temperatures well, does not need to be treated with varnishes and dyes, and is easy to clean.

• Chipboard - one of the cheapest materials for a dresser. The structure is approximately the same as that of MDF, but the chips are larger, resulting in a less durable structure. Despite the fact that chipboard is also treated with paints and varnishes, its service life is much shorter than that of any other material. When moisture gets on the chipboard, swelling of the chips begins.

• Wood - the most popular material from which furniture is created. Quality and reliability are the main advantages of wood, so it has been used for furniture for hundreds of years. With high-quality processing, wood does not show marks from scratches, it does not get wet, does not dry and does not deform, which makes the product service life very long. From a design point of view, a tree is good in that it can be given a large number of shades with the help of modern paint and varnish materials. And also the side and front walls of such furniture can be decorated with carvings. This will add elegance to the look.

Countertops also come in different materials.

• Polymers - durable chemical compounds that are resistant to scratches, impacts and any other types of deformation. Such countertops can be of different colors, which gives the buyer the opportunity to choose.
• Wood stove - material that must be further treated with antimicrobial agents and antiseptics. This plate complements the design of the chest of drawers.
• Shockproof glass can withstand heavy loads thanks to special processing. The appearance of the glass is always elegant and suitable for any interior.
• A rock - A very durable and beautiful material, but it needs high-quality processing with antimicrobial and disinfecting substances. Some designers make stone countertops with chips and pits to make the surface look as if carved from a single piece of rock.
• Steel - a strong and stable substance, the operation of which does not require special conditions. If we talk about the types of material, then stainless steel is best suited. She will be able to maintain her properties for a long time and at the same time continue to look good. The only drawback of steel countertops can be called scratches, which remain even with small contacts with solid objects.

There are several details to keep in mind when choosing.

• Many people often pay attention only to the appearance of the product, and this is wrong. First of all, find out the size of the furniture: is it suitable for your bathroom?
• If the product is painted, then check the quality of painting. On the applied paintwork materials there should be no cracks and uneven layers. If you notice traces of poor processing, then you can doubt the quality of the assembly of furniture.
• Another criterion is the fastener system. Doors are held on these mechanisms, the malfunction of which causes a lot of inconvenience. Fasteners must be of high quality and not squeak. Remember to lubricate the mechanisms from time to time so that they work properly.
• Functionality - a criterion to which attention should be paid. It will not make much sense for you to purchase a chest of drawers with a large number of drawers if you intend to use only a few. Unnecessary compartments will occupy additional space that can be used for other pieces of furniture or decor.
• Buy furniture or appliances for the bathroom in specialized stores. Thus, you will have a full guarantee that the build quality of the chest of drawers is at a high level. Try to pick up a floor chest of drawers for your room. Properly selected furniture will make the room more beautiful. And also focus on the price, because this is one of the main factors.

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