The advantages of solid wood furniture in the bathroom
Modern bathroom furniture is diverse in design, construction, material for manufacturing. The material should be not only beautiful, but also practical. Chipboards are affordable, have a wide selection of shades and textures, but do not tolerate changes in temperature and humidity. Practical options are plastic, glass, artificial stone, but it is difficult to make furniture in a classic or Provencal style, country style from them.
Universal material – solid wood, has the following advantages:
- Aesthetic appeal, even simple solid wood objects have a special charm inherent in natural materials. Each product is unique, it is impossible to repeat the pattern, texture, texture of wood.
- Natural and environmentally friendly. The array does not contain components that can harm human health. Many breeds emit natural phytoncides that have a beneficial effect on well-being and mood.
- Strength, reliability, especially if hardwoods were used for manufacturing – oak, beech, walnut, ash, maple and others.
- Durability, with proper care, wood products will last for decades. The material is easy to repair, the defects that have arisen can be puttied, sanded, varnished or painted.
- Easy to use, wood always has a comfortable temperature.
- Flexibility in design, the material has ample opportunities for making furniture of any size, interior filling, decoration.
The small size of the room limits the choice of ready-made sets in salons. The problem can be solved by contacting a company specializing in the manufacture of custom-made furniture. Designers will develop a project that takes into account the size, layout, style of the interior.
Cons of wooden furniture
We must not forget about the disadvantages of wooden bathroom furniture. They exist, but many of them can be put up with, appreciating the benefits.
The following factors reduce the popularity of an array:
- Wood is a natural material that reacts to climatic conditions, the main enemy is moisture. It penetrates into pores and microcracks, causes swelling, warpage. During the drying process, the reverse process takes place. This leads to the formation of large cracks and gaps.
- Steam penetrates into cracks even more intensively, moistens the array, causes dark spots.
- Furniture needs careful care and regular use of protective agents.
- A significant drawback is the high price. The best choice for the bathroom is exotic woods that do not react to changes in temperature and humidity, but they are expensive.
- The uniqueness of texture and hue is both an advantage and a disadvantage. If any item of the headset needs to be replaced, it is difficult to find the right shade.
Care consists in applying oil, wax, varnish. The most reliable way is varnish, a durable film will last for several years. It is advisable to place the headset items at a distance from the bath, sink or shower, protect with a screen or screen. Seal technical openings and ends to prevent mold development.
Comparison of wood furniture with other materials
If it is not possible to provide competent care for natural wood, you can choose a set from other materials:
- Plastic cabinets, shelves and drawers are a popular option. The material is unpretentious, easy to clean, waterproof, affordable.
- Glass products visually expand the room, give lightness, airiness. Serious shortcomings – fragility, the need for painstaking care.
- Metal products look stylish, they are durable, reliable. It is necessary to purchase expensive stainless steel products, otherwise the metal will quickly become covered with rust spots.
- Modern trend – stone in the interior of the bathroom. Artificial stone furniture is made of marble chips and acrylic resin, it is strong, durable, resistant to moisture. In appearance, it is difficult to distinguish it from natural stone. Countertops, sinks, cabinets and furniture fronts are made from this material.
The best material for a bathroom is oak, beech, ash, elm, hornbeam, larch, exotic species – teak, iroko, rosewood or merbau.
