Bathroom basin cabinets may not be the first thing to come to mind if space is not an issue, but if you live in a studio setting or a two-bedroom apartment, demarcating separate areas for work, play and living can be difficult. Bathrooms are often the first areas to become cramped because everyone in the house uses them. These are high-traffic areas where you need to store toiletries out of sight and provide the functionality to cater to the hygiene needs of the house occupants.
To help you make the most of these spaces, we share a few design tips and guidance on choosing basin units to meet your functionality needs.
One-size-fits-all doesn’t work in the bathing section design
The best design depends on your particular space, style, usage and budget requirements. But if space is limited, consider adding the following to keep the space tidy:
- Buy smaller shelves or under-bowl cupboards forming part of complete units instead of having full-length built-in cabinets.
- Store toiletries inside the cupboards instead of open shelves or on the bath edge.
- Add a towel rack on an empty space of the wall.
How to choose the bathroom basin cabinet style to fit the space
You should choose the style according to the available space and bowl size. Fortunately, when you purchase one of the GEZA units, the cabinet already fits the bowl size, making the decision easier. Three style types are available on the market:
- Under-mount
- Freestanding
- Wall mount
With the under-mount style, the bowl section is fitted on top of the cupboard. This is the best choice if you want to save space and maximise efficiency. With the toiletries and towels underneath, the space is kept clean and it’s easy to get to the important items. View an example of a compact under-mount type here.
The freestanding type is best suited for a larger space, while the wall-hung type is the go-to option if you don’t have any floor space to work with but need extra packing space. This type can include a mirror, side shelves for toiletries and an under-mount cupboard for towels. Here is an example of a wall-mount basin cabinet combination. This one has extra packing space with its convenient drawers together with the cupboards, and upper open shelves.
Shelving helps to improve aesthetics and neatness
If you want to avoid a situation where the bath edge becomes a packing area, invest in one of the basin units with wall-mount shelves in addition to a cupboard. The more shelving you have, the easier it is to keep the floor and bathtub area clean.
Choose a colour that works with everything
The ideal design reflects your sense of style. The best colour is one that can work with any tile or wall colour. White fits the picture as it is neutral, have a hygienic look and never goes out of style. It is elegant in any setting. White doesn’t lose its brilliance whereas other colour finishes often fade or discolour.
Comfort is important because you spend a lot of time in the bathroom
Do a little test to determine how many hours a week you spend in the bathroom. You will be surprised. Considering that it’s one of the most used areas in the home, you want it to be as comfortable as possible. To achieve this, choose compact units that offer maximum functionality. The more compact the units are, the less floor space will be taken up. This adds to your comfort. But this doesn’t mean you have to compromise on functionality. With complete bathroom cabinets that provide for neat pack space, easy-to-use taps and spacious bowls, you add to the comfort profile of the space.
Choose a unit with affordability in mind
Regardless of your income, you don’t want to spend more than what’s necessary to enjoy style, comfort, and functionality. Buy from a supplier such as GEZA, known for the manufacturing and supply of exceptionally affordable basin units. Download our bathroom products pricelist here.
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Whether you need to refurbish your home, want to build a new one fitted with a neat bathroom, or want to create guest accommodation – choose one of the bathroom basin cabinet units available from us to enjoy the style, comfort and space-saving features at an affordable price. Have a look at our stunning range of affordable products.
