Buying bathroom furniture can be expensive and confusing. Not only do they range in shape and size, they also come in a wide variety of finishes. It can be hard to know what will coordinate with your bathroom and what will not. As long as you follow some basic principles, buying furniture can be affordable and fun.
First of all, you need to measure the space where you are planning on putting the furniture. If you buy units which are too large, it will create a cramped feeling or might not even fit. Also consider the area around the furniture. If it is too close to your ceramics and bathroom fittings it could potentially cause problems. In terms of wall hung furniture, try to avoid buying over sized cabinets for a small room. As much as wall hung furniture does save a vast amount of floor space, it again gives a closed in, cramped feeling if it is too large for the room it is placed in.
Once you know the size of the furniture you require, you need to decide on the finish that would suit your existing bathroom best. If you want a wood finish for your furniture, then the options are endless. Furniture is available in the majority of wood finishes including oak, mahogany, pine, beech, walnut, and many others. If you want a more coordinated feel, furniture also comes in a variety of colourful finishes. White is the most popular finish of bathroom furniture as it coordinates well with a majority of bathroom ceramics and existing fittings. It also projects both natural and artificial lighting making the room seem brighter and more spacious.
In terms of choosing a style of bathroom furniture, you firstly need to consider your existing bathroom fittings. If you have modern, minimalist ceramics with a curvaceous and modern design, then coloured furniture will maintain a contemporary feel and give your bathroom a look of coordinated completion. If you have a more traditional bathroom suite, then wooden finished furniture completes the classical feeling in the bathroom. A smooth, natural oak look gives a natural, elegant look as well as providing functionality with storage space.
Bathroom furniture is an important addition to any home. It provides storage space for all of your unsightly bathroom products such as shampoos and towels, as well as adding to your bathrooms existing style. Remember that some of the best quality bathroom furniture is the cheapest, and that you don't always have to go for the designer suites to get the best value for your money.