In this blog post, I share my my expert design tips to help you select the perfect bathroom furniture for your space.
Bathrooms are one of the most crucial rooms in any home! Not only are they highly functional spaces but they are also where we go to rest and relax. The one downside to bathrooms is they can be super busy spaces especially in the mornings, and they can easily become cluttered and messy. The solution to this? Creating a clean and organised bathroom requires clever bathroom furniture.
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How to Choose Bathroom Furniture
Choosing the right bathroom furniture can be tricky because what works for one bathroom design might not suit another. That’s where I can help you! As an interior stylist, I have designed 100s of bathrooms. Follow my 6 expert tips, and you’ll turn your bathroom from disorganised to sleek in no time!
1: Sketch Out Your Bathroom Dimensions
First step is to work out what the available space is in your bathroom. You’ll need to take accurate measurements of the length, width, and height of your bathroom and the location of plumbing outlets to get an idea of the available space you have to play with.
Start by drawing out a layout of your bathroom on paper or online. Include the fixtures and fittings like the bath, shower, sink, toilet and windows on your plan so that so you have everything to hand when shopping.
Don’t forget to check the door openings to ensure they don’t impact where you might place our bathroom furniture. And you’ll want to include hidden storage areas too – like under the basin, wall space, and ceiling heights.
2: Choose The Right MaterialS For Your Bathroom
Unlike regular furniture in your home, bathroom furniture has to be tough enough to handle steamy and moist conditions. You need to choose bathroom furniture that is waterproof and durable so it doesn’t warp, peal or bubble under these wetter conditions.
I would avoid anything made from Melamine Faced Chipboards (MFC) and Medium Density Fiberboards (MDF) as they absorb moisture and the surface layer can peal off over time. Metal furniture (unless stainless steel) can rust easily. While wicker bathroom furniture can rot if the room is not well ventilated.
Instead look for bathroom furniture made in some durable materials like treated or hard woods, ceramics, stainless steel, plywood, glass, stone or cane and bamboo. If you want to get a little inspiration for your bathroom furniture then click here to see endless options for updating your space.
3: Choose a bathroom Design Packed with personality
Bathrooms are no longer forgotten spaces in our homes. Now, they are stand out rooms that add wow factor to your home – and make a great impression on guests. A decent looking bathroom can even add value to your home when you come to sell! That’s why it is so important to consider the look and style of your bathroom space.
You’ll want bathroom furniture that reflects your style ambitions! Do you want a classic design using heritage fixtures? Or do you want something that is a sleeker looking with a contemporary fittings? Are you looking for a calm and cohesive look with matching fittings and fixtures in natural materials? Or do you prefer to have a more eclectic style in bold colours?
Whatever you decide on, you’ll find bathroom storage units that perfectly match your bathroom’s theme.
4: Always Maximise storage Space
We all need more storage space in a bathroom! Whether you are looking to furnish a family bathroom, a en-suite space, or a downstairs cloakroom, you’ll always want somewhere to stash away your bathroom essentials out of sight.
Dual purpose furniture, like vanity units or mirrored wall cabinets are incredibly popular choice in bathrooms as they space saving and practical. You can also look at storage that fits under you basin, slimline units on wheels that can be tucked out the way when not in use, heated towel rails, or hooks on walls and doors for hanging up dressing gowns. As well as little baskets to stash away your smaller beauty essentials.
Got a tricky bathroom spaces? Go for custom-built bathroom furniture like open shelves and tall cabinets to make sure you maximise space.
TYPES OF BATHROOM FURNITURE
- VANITY UNITS: A vanity unit is a cabinet with a sink on top. You’ll get two types of vanity units – wall-mounted and freestanding! You can also get double vanity units for shared bathrooms (see photo above) There are also slimline and wall hung vanity units that are perfect for smaller bathrooms. You can also get vanity unit with a toilet if you are looking to save space.
- BATHROOM CABINETS: Like vanity units, bathroom storage cabinets also come in floor-standing and wall-hung variations. While wall-hung cabinets are attached to the wall, floor-standing units are portable and can be moved around at your convenience. Another option is bathroom tallboy that has vertical design instead of standard horizontal helping you to save bathroom floor space.
- FITTED BATHROOM FURNITURE: Fitted bathroom furniture come in a range of styles and finishes to match traditional and modern bathrooms.
- WC UNITS: Much like combination vanity units , a WC unit offers a simple but unique way to attach a toilet to your vanity unit without installing a false wall. Even though they are small and compact, back to wall WC units concealed cisterns and provide some storage on top in. Opting for a combination vanity unit not only saves space but they are also highly practical.
You’ll want many different types of storage options to make sure you bathroom works harder.
5: Swap Out your Ugly Fixtures for a Sleek design
One of the easiest things to change in your bathroom, without too much drama, is your basin! You can take out a bulky pedestal sink that might be taking up too much floor space in a smaller bathroom and instead install a space saving one that is wall-hung. Or pick a sink that rests on a vanity unit that offers more storage space in a compact bathroom.
You can also easily swap out your toilet for one that is more compact (like the above) or if you are short on space, you can try a toilet with a integrated basin on top – ideal for a downstairs cloakroom.
6: Add Colour Into Your bathroom With Furniture
In the past, you could only buy white bathrooms suites which could look boring and uniform! Now, you can buy bathroom furniture and fixtures in a rainbow colours. From pink bathroom suites to coloured glass shower screens, you can let your imagination run wild when updating your bathroom.
In your bathroom, its easy to make a strong style statement with your bathroom furniture! But don’t forget about the accessories that can pack a punch like patterned towels, shower curtains, bath mats and window treatments. And complement your bathroom design with your tiles and paint colours.
Do You Feel inspired to Choose Bathroom Furniture now?
When buying new bathroom furniture, you should base your selection on the size of your room, your interior style, and have a think about your storage requirements. By following the expert tips above, you’ll turn your bathroom into a space that you will love to spend time in.
I can’t wait to hear what you think – put your comments below.
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