15 bathroom storage ideas

What you should pay attention to

When arranging a bathroom, the most difficult thing is choosing the right sink, installation system for the toilet and shower. Choosing furniture for the bathroom is difficult due to the small area of ​​this room.

There are a number of requirements for a bathroom set:

• ergonomics;
• compactness;
• functionality;
• resistance to water/steam;
• current style corresponding to the intended design;

Let's take a closer look at what is important to pay attention to when choosing.

The main types of wall cabinets for bathtubs

Bathroom cabinets can be of the following types:

• corner cabinet in the bathroom;
• classical;
• built-in;
• mirror;
• open;
• closed.

Let's look at each option for bathroom cabinets in more detail.

Corner wall cabinets for bathroom

Corner wall cabinets for the bathroom can significantly save space in this room. The process of installing such lockers is simple; you can easily assemble and install it yourself.

Such furniture will allow you to free up space in an already small room by occupying a corner that, as a rule, is non-functional. Another advantage is that such a cabinet is not dangerous, because it does not have protruding corners.

Classic version

A classic bathroom cabinet is a standard solution in terms of interior design, as well as in terms of the configuration of the room. It is convenient to use such cabinets in the bathroom to store towels, various kinds of soap accessories, and various types of cosmetics. Such cabinets come in various configurations - low, high, pencil cases, wall cabinets. A wall cabinet in the bathroom can be placed above the washing machine, making the most of the space in the room.

Classic wall-mounted bathroom cabinets with lighting and mirrored doors have appeared on the domestic market and are very popular due to their convenience.

If classic cabinets, as a rule, have a standard width of 60 cm, then such a cabinet is usually narrow and hung above the washbasin. Taking hygiene procedures in the morning, you will feel its convenience. Now toothbrushes, razors and other accessories will be at hand, and additional light in a small room is never superfluous.

In such a cabinet, if you place it above the washing machine, you can store washing powder, bleach and fabric softeners, or you can put clean towels there, and they will always be at hand when you are about to take a bath or shower.

Horizontal and vertical options

Horizontal and vertical furniture options for a hygiene room in an apartment or house are also classic. These can be cabinets, in which case they are installed on the floor, and their height is usually standard - 60 cm. A wall cabinet is also classified as horizontal. It usually comes narrower than standard floor options and is less spacious. However, there are also enough options here - such a cabinet can be closed:

• with regular hinged doors (options: mirrored or regular);
• doors that open like a coupe;
• with doors opening upwards.

Other options are an open cabinet-rack, a combined cabinet that contains both open and closed shelves. As mentioned above, lighting is often installed on such cabinets, making it more functional.

Mirror cabinet

Furniture with mirror surfaces is a very convenient option for the bathroom, where literally every centimeter of the floor and walls counts. I want to use the small space of the room as functionally as possible, because it needs to accommodate a bath or shower, washbasin, washing machine, and a basket for laundry intended for washing. It is necessary that all household and hygiene supplies are at hand.

But a woman’s bathroom is a place not only for hygiene procedures, but also for cosmetic ones. Self-care, masks, morning and holiday makeup - a woman cannot live without a mirror. And it’s best - if the mirror is large, full-length - to spin around, refresh yourself, and admire yourself. But if the wall area does not allow you to place such a mirror separately, a cabinet with a mirrored facade will save you. Ideally, a tall pencil case; if it is impossible to install it in a limited space, a wall cabinet with mirrored doors.

The lighting of mirrored wall-mounted bathroom cabinets can be either hidden or external. Modern technologies make it possible to easily create such lighting using, for example, LED strips. You can install lighting on regular bathroom mirror cabinets yourself.

Built-in wardrobes for bathrooms

If your hygiene room has a non-standard shape, in particular, a niche in the wall, you can very conveniently place cabinets in it. Which ones depend on the configuration of the niche and its size. If standard furniture is not suitable for such a niche, then it is possible to make it to order.

This could be a wardrobe with a mirrored door or a set of furniture consisting of a low cabinet in which you can, for example, hide a laundry basket or household supplies. and a wall cabinet for hygiene items or towels. Between them it is possible to place a hanging mirror or open shelves.

The standard height of such cabinets is 60 centimeters, but if you make an individual order, the furniture will be made to your measurements. Place vertical lighting along the edge of the cabinet using an LED strip, and you will get not just a cabinet or a set of furniture, but an original piece of furniture.

In terms of functionality, built-in wardrobes are simply unique. This type of furniture allows you to use the free space of a given room in the most rational way.

Cabinet

As a rule, such cabinets are tall and vertical. Most often - with closed blind or mirror doors. This cabinet is convenient because it can be placed in a small space in the bathroom, for example, between a shower stall and a washing machine, or in a corner. Such furniture takes up little space, but due to its height it is quite spacious.

But small hanging cabinets can also be of a similar shape. 60 cm high, they are ideal for storing various kinds of small items - hygiene items, cosmetics. They are easy to assemble and hang yourself, they do not take up much space, because, as a rule, they have a shallow depth, instead of the standard 60 - there are options of both 30 and 40 centimeters. This makes it possible to place them, for example, above a washing machine or washbasin. Now you will always have all the necessary little things at hand.

Design features of each type

Floor-standing (on a plinth or legs).

Designs with legs are a priority when it is important to ensure the durability of objects - water falling on the floor does not come into contact with the furniture. Floor structures on a plinth are preferable, because hide utilities (hoses, siphons, connections). Additional elements (drawers, shelves) allow you to effectively organize the storage of detergents.

Hanging

Very convenient for small rooms, looks decent in spacious bathrooms. It is compact and ergonomic. Facilitates cleaning in hard-to-reach places, visually makes the interior light due to the “floating” effect. Hanging cabinets hide communications located along the walls (pipes, boiler).

Modular

A universal option suitable for any size space. It consists of a set of individual elements that can be easily combined with each other. These are modules of different heights, widths, depths and purposes. A set for a small room may include 2-4 items. Extended kits differ in different types of door opening, shelf layout, etc.

Cabinets

They have a narrow and high design. The optimal solution for very small rooms. Such furniture is equipped with a pencil case, shelves, drawers, even baskets. It has a large capacity.

Purpose and types of bathroom cabinets

There are several types of bathroom cabinets according to their purpose:

• Linen. Useful for storing towels, bathrobes and similar items;
• Under the sink. The cabinet allows you not only to hide the not very attractive pipes under the sink, but also to use this area to your advantage. There you can place cleaning and detergents, washing powders, and other household chemicals;
• Under the bath. The principle is the same, only it is equipped from the edge of the bathtub to the floor;
• For washing machine. Even modern models are difficult to fit into the overall design. Therefore, it is often hidden with special cabinets. It can be installed under the countertop and become a harmonious extension of the sink. Separate sections with or without doors that house equipment are also not uncommon.

The section for placing the washing machine should be larger in size than the equipment itself. Tightly fitting walls will disrupt ventilation, moisture evaporation and interfere with normal operation. This is especially true for the spin mode. To avoid problems, select a cabinet to match your equipment, and not vice versa.

Installation methods

Installation can be floor, suspended, combined, corner.

Wall-mounted is more complex than floor-mounted. It provides for fastening cabinets and cabinets to the wall. Suspended structures cannot be mounted on walls made of plasterboard, wooden floors, or clay, because they simply cannot withstand heavy loads.

The easiest installation is floor-mounted. With this installation method, the customer will be able to rearrange the room at any time. When installing objects on legs, the floor must be level, since rolls and instability are guaranteed on an uneven surface. The mixed installation method is equivalent to the hanging one with the only difference - the elements have decorative legs.

Corner designs are suitable for small showers. A cabinet with a sink in a corner version takes up only 50-70cm. Hanging models are mounted by attaching to the wall. Floor-mounted ones are installed using a combined method - floor installation + wall mounting.

Facade and body material

Bathroom furniture is used in conditions close to extreme: high humidity, temperature, insufficient ventilation, aggressive exposure to detergents. Therefore, the most important parameter of choice is the material.

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Furniture made from natural wood is valued for its luxurious appearance, but for rooms with high humidity it is not the best solution. Wooden elements absorb moisture, as a result of which the original appearance deteriorates. This disadvantage does not apply to such species as oak, wenge, ash, zebrawood. If the customer insists on installing furniture made of wood, then the golden mean is solid cherry and beech.

Many manufacturers produce combined options for admirers of the naturalness and nobility of materials - the facade is made of wood, and all other parts are made of MDF. Furniture is protected from destructive effects with special impregnating compounds: primers, paints, wax, oils.

It is advisable to install wooden furniture only in spacious bathrooms equipped with windows and forced air ventilation.

MDF

This material, popular in furniture production, is fiber laminated boards. It is used to make furniture for sinks, countertops for washbasins, wall cabinets, cases, facades, and modules.

MDF does not tolerate a humid environment well, therefore, when making bathroom furniture, it is impregnated with hydrophobic substances, protective compounds and covered with film. Two or three layers of primer polyurethane composition and protective and decorative enamel are applied to the slab. As a result, the surface gets a beautiful gloss.

Plastic

High-strength plastic is often used in furniture production. It has an attractive appearance and excellent resistance to moisture and steam. Everything is made from plastic - countertops, washbasin cabinets, wall cabinets, etc.

An additional advantage is that polymers can be painted in any color, they are convenient for photo printing, perforation, and can be given different shapes.

Glass

Glass furniture is suitable for use in conditions of high humidity and temperature fluctuations. Visually, it does not clutter up the space, making the interior light and airy.

It is characterized by increased moisture resistance, durability and practicality. It is made from reinforced tempered glass. The application of a special micro-coating prevents injury to a person from small fragments when the glass surface is damaged.

It can be made entirely of glass or have transparent elements: facades, doors, surfaces. Designers create many solutions: completely transparent parts, mirrored, matte, painted in shade.

Metal

Such furniture is made of stainless steel or forged elements. Wrought iron furniture is suitable for bathrooms in a rich classic style. Metal fits perfectly into a high-tech interior.

Non-traditional materials

This category includes granite and marble. It is customary to make countertops for bathroom furniture from them. This countertop is much more practical and will last longer than one made from conventional materials. These countertops are incredibly easy to clean - just wipe them lightly with a soft, damp cloth. But, as always, there are also disadvantages - such a tabletop is quite expensive and difficult to install.

Types of façade and body coverings

The protective coating is an important parameter, as it determines the aesthetic component and service life of the furniture.

Let's consider the current types of coatings:

Self-adhesive film

Available in a variety of colors and shades. Can imitate marble, the texture of natural wood. Disadvantage - it begins to bubble due to constant high humidity and temperature fluctuations, and does not tolerate mechanical stress well.

Acrylic

Beautiful protective and decorative coating, waterproof. But it is advisable to care for such surfaces carefully, since acrylic is easily scratched.

Veneer

Gives furniture elegance, imitating natural wood. Due to the hydrophobic coating, it tolerates moisture and elevated temperatures well.

Varnish and enamel

This is a reliable coating that is durable. The enameled and varnished surface looks modern and elegant. Polyester and nitrocellulose enamels, similar in properties to varnishes, are used for coating. These types are priced lower than veneer and acrylic.

Table top material

The countertop is the most important functional and decorative element of the bathroom. This is a work surface into which a washbasin is built in and cosmetics, detergents, etc. are placed. The originality of the design is achieved through a variety of materials, shapes and sizes.

To choose the right countertop, it is important to know the criteria for such an element:

• attractive appearance;
• multifunctionality (drawers, shelves, cabinets);
• resistance to moisture, evaporation, temperature changes;
• strength and corrosion resistance;
• resistance to mechanical damage.

Natural stone is a classic but expensive option. Granite and marble take first place in strength, hardness, and moisture resistance. Such a tabletop will not lose its rich, beautiful appearance even after decades. Due to special processing, the surface acquires intricate patterns and original colors.

Countertops made of artificial stone and composite materials are popular

Their advantage is aesthetics, excellent strength and moisture resistance. Such furniture is not afraid of chips and scratches, and at the same time it costs several times less.

Composite countertops are often coated with gelcoat, making them antibacterial. Artificial stone is suitable for bathrooms because... it is much lighter than natural and adapts to any style.

No less popular are countertops made of laminated chipboard and MDF.

The materials are treated with special protective compounds to improve performance. The advantages of such countertops are cost-effectiveness, variety of shapes and configurations, and ease of installation.

Wooden countertops

Customers like it for its original texture. They fill the space with comfort, giving the interior a rich look. The main disadvantage is their fragility; such countertops will last no more than 5-8 years.

A democratic and affordable option that removes all design restrictions is plastic countertops.

Glass countertops are also in high demand for fashionable interiors.

Types of facades - materials and decor

The façade also requires increased protection from dampness. It is better to choose from the following options:

• Coloring. Will allow you to isolate the porous texture of particle boards. But, it requires the mandatory installation of external fittings. Hand contact may cause paint to peel or chip. Everything will have to be repainted again;
• MDF in PVC film. Reliable, long-lasting, safe for humans. The film is secured by membrane vacuum pressing;
• Polymer coating. There are two types – postforming and softforming. The first one is covered with colored polymer on the outside and white on the bottom. Avoid options with melamine (paper) backing. The second one can be recognized by its two-toned face. The laminated coating extends to the edge without requiring the use of an edge. Quite an expensive pleasure. The comfort is high strength, long service life and resistance to all the disadvantages of the bathroom climate (temperature changes, dampness, abundance of household chemicals);
• Decorative acrylic. Images are placed under such a coating, which subsequently look three-dimensional (3D effect). Durable, not afraid of heat, moisture, shock.

It is better to paint over all sections with water-repellent enamels or varnishes in several layers. Even the best quality edges can create a gap between the cut and the protective tape. This will cause premature damage to the furniture.

One of the favorite decor options for the bathroom is a mirror. It can be of the following varieties:

• Classic. Choose options with silver amalgam. All aluminum-based coatings are susceptible to moisture. The mirror will quickly turn black and become covered with ugly stains with loss of reflectivity;
• Tinted in bulk. Allows you to give the interior a certain flavor. Options for bronze, gold, graphite are well suited;
• Colored. Another way to give your bathroom an original look. Glass can be of various shades, but warm tones (brown, pink) are preferable. Blue and green options installed in large quantities can create a feeling of cold;

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• Matted. It will look good in combination with the traditional one. The surface is treated with quartz crystals under pressure until it loses its ability to reflect. Any design can be applied using this method;
• Patterned. A very original way to decorate the interior;
• Metal. You won’t see your reflection in it, but there are no water stains or fingerprints left on it. To do this, they are treated with special compounds. Creates a beautiful fogging effect.

Form

In stores you can find furniture to equip a bathroom of a wide variety of shapes. Corner-shaped furniture is considered super-ergonomic. For small rooms, objects of semicircular, oval shapes, with rounded corners will help to gain free space.

Smooth lines of countertops and shelves, creative ideas for the design of cabinets and cabinets will add a touch of originality to the bathroom interior.

Recommendation from an interior designer. Stop your choice only on functional necessary items. Spaciousness in the bathroom is better than pretentious crampedness.

Mirrors are an important design and beauty tool.

Bathroom mirrors usually have several design solutions. A high-quality mirror cloth should be made with well-processed edges and a moisture-resistant coating, which includes resin. It helps protect amalgam from moisture, aggressive cleaning agents and temperature changes. Some models have a built-in heating system that prevents the mirror from fogging up.

The following types of mirrors can be installed in the bathroom:

• mirrors in wooden, steel and plastic frames;
• mirrors with shelves;
• mirrors with built-in lighting;
• mirrored cabinets with one or two doors.

Mirrors and mirror cabinets can be equipped with a sound system and LED dimming function, which are customized to suit the individual needs of the owner.

wardrobe in the bathroom

Internal organization – convenience in any situation.

The abundance of small and large items, hygiene products, towels and linen requires compact placement. Multifunctional pull-out drawers and mesh laundry baskets allow you to effectively use the interior space of your cabinets. Silently opening drawers moving along ball guides will make it convenient to store, quickly find and use any element of the storage system. Smooth running will be ensured by closers, which are installed depending on the type of fastening of the drawers. Sets of wall-mounted, floor-mounted and built-in furniture provide for the installation of height-adjustable shelves made of tempered glass or chipboard. After installing them in a convenient position, the free holes must be closed with special plugs or filled with silicone sealant.