Floor pencil cases in the bathroom: types, sizes and selection

The slim, elongated shape of the pencil case allows it to be placed in compact bathrooms. It does not take up much space in width, but it has good storage capacity due to its considerable height.

Pencil cases are called "columns" for their similarity to a similar design. The main feature of such a product is its high slender appearance. They can be of different heights, but for bathrooms they are not produced more than two meters. This is due to the absence of stools or other stands in the bathrooms that make it possible to get things from the upper shelves.

In depth, the pencil case is inferior to a full-fledged closet, but this makes it possible to conveniently use the shelves, all the contents are in easy accessibility. When assembling the acquired structure, you should think about what and where it will be in it.

A clear understanding of the functional content of the pencil case will allow you to correctly position the shelves. For example, at the bottom it is planned to place high containers with household chemicals, which means that the height of the shelf must correspond. At eye level, you can expose miniature bubbles and cosmetic creams. They need a little space between the shelves.

In the pencil case, a shelf is allocated for spare towels, the closed facade makes it possible to keep them from the dampness that is present in the air of the bathroom due to hot vapors.

Another feature relates to the materials from which the products are made. Since the pencil case has to be in a room with high humidity, the material should have a minimum porosity and have the ability to repel water.

Structurally, pencil cases are quite diverse - in addition to their shape, they differ in open, closed and combined facades. Products with doors protect against hot vapors. Baskets with bath accessories can be installed on open shelves; they are especially relevant if the bathroom is decorated in a Scandinavian style or any other types of country are used.

Models are often fitted with slatted shelves to help maintain good ventilation. Some types of pencil cases are completed with large linen boxes or baskets. They can be pulled out separately on rollers, or out together with the lower door.

Another feature of pencil cases is the presence of stable legs... The structure can be located on a basement base, but the ventilation capabilities of the furniture are important for the bathroom, besides, the legs can protect the product during a leak.

Floor models must be in contact with the floor. They can be on legs, on casters, on a plinth, but as already noted, the space between the bottom of the pencil case and the floor is encouraged. Any closed types of products are divided into left-side and right-side, depending on which side the doors open from, which must be taken into account when choosing models. Structures standing on the floor are divided into the following types.

The narrow high model, which takes up little space in width, belongs to the classic look of pencil cases.

The structure is installed on the floor in a free corner. It can be triangular, trapezoidal, or radial. The height is adjusted to the taste of the owner. The pencil case should not be installed tightly in the corner, the presence of a small space between the products and the wall will improve ventilation capabilities. Corner models use space efficiently, they are suitable even for small rooms.

It is a shortened view of the pencil case. The design is convenient for rooms in which it is not possible to install a full-fledged model, due to the presence of pipes or existing suspended furniture.

An original and convenient design with an axis in the center around which all sections of this product rotate. Moreover, each side can have its own functionality - shelves, drawers, hooks for towels, pockets for small things.

It is convenient to install such products near the bath or shower, it becomes possible to use the necessary things without interrupting the water procedures. Rotating canisters can be solid, which rotate unchanged around their axis, and modular, divided into sections vertically - if necessary, you can rotate any of the modules.

Comfortable roomy furniture designed for large bathrooms. It combines the height of the pencil case and the width of the cabinet, or it can resemble a narrow cabinet and a wide pencil case, it all depends on the dimensions of the chosen model. The products are installed against the wall, leaving a small gap for ventilation.

Pencil cases can be deaf or open, but most often produce combined models - the lower part is hidden behind the door, there are drawers in the center, and open shelves are located at the top. In such a structure, you can collect all the necessary things, creating a minimalist style in the room.

A laundry basket is not the most aesthetic sight in a bathroom. Pencil cases with built-in capacity mask well its presence... The basket is located at the bottom of the product behind a closed door that opens with it. Alternatively, the container for linen is installed on rollers and easily slides out if necessary.

Open types of pencil cases resemble whatnots, the difference lies in the mandatory presence of deaf sides. In the pencil case, you can lay out things that are not afraid of fumes, in addition, all the necessary items are at hand. For large bathrooms, open models often turn into exhibition furniture for decorating a room, on which sea shells, corals, and beautiful bottles are installed.

Completely closed structures do not look very impressive, therefore they are often endowed with mirrors in the form of inserts or in the entire size of the door. Mirrors that play with space make the room appear larger and brighter.

The specificity of the bathrooms requires special characteristics from the materials. No room in any room is exposed to such destructive effects from water and steam as in the bathroom. Glass and plastic are ideal for wet conditions. They have almost no porosity and are water repellent. The rest of the materials require special processing and a protective layer.

For rooms with high humidity, dense varieties of trees are suitable - oak, larch, walnut, maple, cedar, wenge. Finished products are treated with antifungal impregnations and covered with a water-repellent layer - they are painted, varnished, laminated. Real wood pencil cases look great but are expensive.

Anyone who cannot afford a product made of natural wood buys its budget imitation - chipboard. The pencil case is made of wood-chip material and covered with veneer of any tree species, even exotic ones.

Environmentally friendly, safe to use material made of fine shavings impregnated with natural resins. MDF lends itself to embossing, which improves the appearance of the product. The cost is higher than that of chipboard products, but inferior to natural wood. Glass and metal are often used as complementary elements.

The beautiful interior is planned before renovation. Finishing and furniture should complement each other, maintain the color scheme and not deviate from the intended style. In addition, the parameters of the room are taken into account. The pencil case is poorly suited for small rooms with high ceilings. His striving upward will only complement the sensation of the “pipe”. For such bathrooms, you should not fill the upper tier with furniture, or the products should be as transparent as possible.

Corner, radius pencil cases round and soften corners. Their presence in rectangular elongated rooms helps the room acquire a balance.

For small bathrooms, you should not just select shallow miniature models, they should contain upper open shelves or be endowed with glass and mirrored facades that visually expand the space... For such rooms, a white gloss in decoration or furniture works well.

The industry manufactures floor structures in various sizes, as they must be suitable for bathrooms of all sizes. But even compact options can accommodate a considerable amount of things.

Not every bathroom will be able to provide space for a pencil case, but if there is one, you should pay attention to products with a minimum width of 35-40 cm and a depth of 20-25 cm.In order for a model with such dimensions to stand stable, its height should not exceed 100-120 cm. The deeper the pencil case, the more height it can afford.

With a catastrophic shortage of storage space in miniature bathrooms, structures are fixed to the wall and built up to the desired height. Such pencil cases are made independently or to order.

Products 40-55 cm wide and 32-40 cm deep can be considered standard.They are stable at a height of 1.5-2 m. This is already a full-fledged roomy furniture, capable of absorbing all bath accessories, giving the bathroom a well-groomed look without frills.

Standard floor structures may not be suitable for Khrushchev bathrooms. Even if you manage to install them, it will be problematic to use the products with open doors. These pencil cases are suitable for rooms of moderate to large sizes.

For most products a prerequisite is the maximum height - 2 m, but spacious rooms can afford sliding wardrobes with a width of 55-60 cm, a depth of 40-50 cm and a height exceeding the two-meter mark. Spacious models are equipped not only with shelves and drawers, but also with a bar for hanging towels and bathrobes.

Separately, mention should be made of corner structures, they can also have miniature and volumetric dimensions with a width of 30-40-50 cm and a height of 1.2-1.5-1.8 m.The depth of such products exceeds the dimensions of wall options and depends on the parameters of the constructions.

To make a good purchase, you need to consider the following rules.

• The bathroom often does not have extra space, and the free space is immediately guessed. It should be measured before going to get your pencil case.
• You should think in advance about what to fill the purchased piece of furniture with - household chemicals, bathrobes and towels, cosmetic accessories, or all at once. The design choice of the product and its dimensions depend on the functional purpose.
• The model must match the style and color of the surroundings. It should not load, burden the space with its dimensions.
• You should pay attention to which way the doors open, otherwise it will be difficult to "miss" with other furnishings.
• The protective layer of the product is checked before purchase. Even a small chip can break the laminated coating, and then moisture will do its job - it deforms and destroys the chipboard.
• It is also worth checking the quality of the fittings.

Even small bathrooms can be subordinated to a uniform style. The pencil case, despite its compactness, is a noticeable piece of furniture; it can support the general atmosphere or bring disharmony. Consider examples of beautiful models in the interior.

• Multifunctional pencil case with shelves and many drawers in style shabby chic... It belongs to the closed type, but thanks to the glass door it does not create an impression of bulkiness.

• Closed piece with legs in style minimalism, is part of the bathroom furniture set.

• An elaborately decorated pencil case decorates the interior in the style baroque.

• A tall cabinet and a semi-tall cabinet with glass fronts are included in the furniture set supporting the direction country.

• Twin pencil cases of mixed type with open and closed shelves correspond to the interior in style provence.

• Solid teak model with closed front suitable for ecological directions. The grill solution helps air to circulate freely.

• Deep open pencil case in style loft... It has an interesting solution with a through shelf that goes into the countertops and connects two sink columns.

Pencil cases in the bathroom can accommodate all the necessary accessories for taking hygiene procedures and provide a spacious interior in a minimalist style. Or they can become the basis of the decor and make the atmosphere richer. In any case, this type of furniture will always find its use even in a room with high humidity.

For information on how to make a floor pencil case in the bathroom with your own hands, see the next video.