Bathrooms today are often multi-functional – a calming space to take a relaxing bath, a practical zone for children’s bath-time and, above all, a place to store all manner of necessities from toiletries and towels to everyday first aid medicines. Bathroom storage has become a priority and so it is perhaps unsurprising that there is such a diverse range of furniture on offer.
Shelves
Shelves are a great addition to a bathroom – particularly for easy access to towels (neatly arranged of course)! An awkward corner or recess in your bathroom could lend itself to a set of shelves to increase bathroom storage without encroaching on the room.
Wall-units
Small bathrooms need not become cluttered with bathroom accessories and toiletries. Instead, why not hide your items in wall-mounted units, creating additional storage space without encroaching on floorspace. Mirror cabinets can enhance the illusion of space, whilst providing useful cupboard space.
Under-basin units
These are a very popular option and perform the dual function of concealing the pipework and creating storage space for your bathroom products.
Wall units & shelving
Fitted Furniture
Freestanding
Freestanding units are a great solution to bathroom storage if you are looking to add extra storage to an existing bathroom, particularly large bathrooms. You can use freestanding furniture as a statement piece: find a bold design to compliment your bathroom suite. What’s more, freestanding units can move around the room if you choose to redesign your bathroom – or even move home with you!
Fitted
Fitted furniture is a very popular choice when installing a new bathroom. The possible combinations are almost endless, with furniture manufacturers often offering a bespoke service to create fitted furniture that works specifically within the dimensions of your new bathroom. Fitted units are also excellent space savers for small bathrooms - both concealing pipework and creating storage space in one unit.
Bathroom furniture is, by its very nature, a practical addition to your new bathroom. Here are some tips when choosing the type of bathroom storage that works for you:
• If you are tight on floorspace, consider using the walls to mount storage units.
• All bathrooms need a mirror – why not combine the mirror with a wall cabinet to minimize wall coverage but maximize storage space?
• Check your dimensions very carefully before ordering: this is particularly important for fitted furniture as it is often made to order.
• Most fitted bathroom furniture has sealed edges and is made with water-resistant materials. However, be careful to check that freestanding furniture is suitable for use in a bathroom – the moist air can mean that certain types of furniture suffer from damp or mould if placed in a bathroom.
Wall-unit & under basin unit