Plastic shelves for the bathroom: varieties, recommendations for choosing

Bathroom design requires a sense of style and the ability to use space efficiently. When the room is spacious, it can be equipped with wall cabinets and floor stands. However, when there is little space, you have to manage with shelves. In the material of this article, we will consider the types of plastic shelves for the bathroom, and also note the main nuances of their choice.

Plastic shelves have a number of characteristic features. They are made from durable material that is used to make furniture and various accessories. Plastic is not afraid of temperature changes and fungus, it is resistant to humidity, does not damp, and is light in weight. Plastic shelves have a budget price and a pretty decent design.

The configuration of products due to the plasticity of the raw materials used can be varied. Depending on the final color scheme, the material is colored, and any color can be obtained, from white to the brightest and blackest. The dyeing technology provides for an even distribution of the paint throughout the entire thickness. Therefore, even if there are scratches, the color of the shelves remains exactly the same.

Plastic shelves can convey the texture of other materials. Thanks to the special coating method, they can appear gold, silver, chrome, wood, leather, granite, marble.

Plastic shelves have many advantages. They differ:

• simplicity and ease of installation;
• variability of design solutions;
• size, shape and functionality;
• reasonable price and ease of maintenance;
• compatibility with different cladding;
• in ABS versions, impact resistance;
• practicality and durability;
• environmental safety;
• shape stability and mobility;
• fast drying.

Plastic shelves do not burden the space, they look appropriate in different stylistic directions, combined with different furniture and fixtures. However, along with this, they also have disadvantages. For example, they are not always made of high-quality raw materials, as a result of which they can break down or release toxic substances during operation.

Cheap plastic loses color before quality plastic, which is why the shelves become faded and yellowish. In addition, they can deform, carry less weight, which makes them less functional. These shelves are not designed for heavy items, they are not resistant to accidental mechanical damage.

It is also unpleasant that designer models are expensive. In addition, they are not available in every store. This forces the discerning buyer to look for the desired option, wasting time searching and paying a high price for the product. Models need careful handling, they show scratches, in case of more serious damage they have to be dismantled.

Today, plastic bathroom shelves can be classified according to different criteria. For example, according to the type of construction, they are regular and angular. Products of the second type (corner shelves) are relevant when optimizing space, they are often supplemented with hooks.

According to the type of installation, modifications can be divided for stationary and mobile. Models of the first group are fixed without any change in position. These include options with wall mounting. Built-in models are inconvenient in that in case of breakdown they require dismantling.

According to the method of fastening, plastic shelves for the bathroom can be wall, floor, telescopic and suction cups. Wall-mounted options are considered one of the most ergonomic. They take up less space, are convenient to use, and are less susceptible to mechanical damage. Someone uses them as desktop, placing them, for example, on cabinets or floor cabinets in the bathroom.

Floor-standing counterparts are bought in spacious bathrooms, where no one will touch them when moving around the room. These are models for large bathrooms that take up more space. Telescopic the options are notable in that, depending on the wishes of the buyer, they provide for height adjustment of the shelves. Products on suction cups designed for storing small things (toothbrushes, razors).

Among the modifications bath mount options. They are needed for easy washing, they store washcloths, soap or brushes on them. Unlike wall-mounted versions, they do not need stationary clamps. They are simply hung on the bath itself, and, if necessary, removed from it.

By the number of tiers, the shelves are one-, two-, three- and multi-tiered. They can have open or closed storage systems. Products of the second type differ in the way they are opened. Depending on the design, the shelf can resemble an open or closed shelving unit with a back wall. Other varieties resemble drawers with a sliding opening mechanism.

The appearance of the shelf may vary. In one case, it is a laconic closed-type cabinet, in the other - an oval-shaped model with an open back wall. In addition to the usual standard options, the product can be a compact organizer with compartments for storing toothpaste and brushes. Other corner models may have lattice bottoms with a rounded outer side.

Some options resemble hangers, they can be equipped with hooks, which is good for storing clothes or towels. Bathroom models can be narrow, wide, they often provide compartments for shampoos, soaps, washcloths.

For convenience, models above the sink can have a rectangular shape with rounded edges, as well as metal sides. Other options are similar to lattice baskets. Others resemble craft boxes. In addition, on sale you can find varieties of a round shape with a single rack. If desired, you can find options for the combined type. In addition to open storage systems, such shelves have closed compartments.

As for the size of the shelves, they depend on various factors (for example, functionality, purpose, household needs)... Someone needs a product with parameters 20-21 cm, for others it is important to choose a larger product. For example, its dimensions can be 214x77, 230x80, 220x113, 350x120 mm.

The size is also influenced by the type of product. For example, the version with a rack and several tiers is 60-70 cm and more in height. The corners can be 30.5x30.5 cm, small shelves in two tiers have a total height in the range of 40-42 cm. Console-type modifications can have a tabletop with dimensions of 200x125x12 mm. The width of any product can vary, being 30 cm or more, the height can exceed 1 m, up to 3 m, the depth is more than half a meter.

The color of the plastic shelves is selected based on the stylistic solution of the interior and the preferences of the home owners. Some people like models that match the color of plumbing, others choose models with colors to match the wall cladding. Neutral tones (white, gray, steel), shades for wood and stone are considered relevant. In addition, light green, blue and grayish shades are considered popular. Small shelves made of transparent plastic are also in demand.

Choosing a plastic shelf for bathroom furnishings, you need to pay attention to several nuances:

• the product must fit into the interior, harmoniously combined with its color and style;
• fasteners must be of high quality and reliable, like the plastic itself;
• the best is the model that has a quality certificate, this confirms the safety of the product, its manufacture in compliance with international standards;
• perforated models eliminate moisture stagnation, they are practical and more hygienic;
• pay attention to the permissible weight load;
• the product is selected in a specific place, the model should not reduce the level of comfort in using the bathroom;
• if possible, it is worth choosing options with fences, so you will avoid accidental falling of small objects;
• it is better to buy a shelf in a trusted store with a good reputation.

A high-quality product has an even color, it has no bald spots, streaks and streaks of poorly mixed paint. The tone is matched to a specific background solution or plumbing. White, transparent options, granite-like models are ideal. Bright tones somewhat simplify the interior composition, but they look appropriate if the bathroom has elements of arrangement of related tones.

When buying, you should pay attention for ease of maintenance, streamlined edges, durability of plastic. You need to pay attention to the appearance. The color should be clean and fresh, yellowish-dirty plastic will not look beautiful and organic in the interior of the bathroom against the background of the cladding.

If you decide to purchase a floor-standing model, look at product stability. The number of supports depends on the design and can be from 3 to 4 pieces, the product should not wobble while standing on the floor. Its instability is fraught with the fall of small things stored on tiers (bottles with shampoos, gels, rinses).

When taking a telescopic model, pay attention to the strength of the clips. Their pipe must be made of steel or durable plastic. The thin one will bend, which in the future will lead to the sagging of the shelves and the fall of the entire structure. The shelves must have sufficient depth, if this is not the case, objects will constantly fall from it. It is important to pay attention to the possibility of moving the shelves up and down, so that you can independently adjust the comfortable height.

Here are some examples of the successful use of plastic shelves in bathroom interiors.

• Corner shelf made of plastic for the bathroom.

• Small mounted model.

• A functional product with several tiers.

• Floor-standing model with open shelves.

• Single shelf for storing small items.

• Wall-mounted plastic shelf in the interior of the bathroom.

• Perforated model as a stylish and practical interior accent.

• White plastic shelf for bathroom furnishings.

For information on how to assemble and install the shelf in the bathroom, see the next video.