Bathroom Furniture

By Ken Marlborough

A luxurious master bath has become a necessity for today's homeowners, Today, real furniture--pieces normally seen in the living room or library--is giving bathroom design a whole new look. The bathroom is being converted into a personal retreat by expanding the size of bathrooms and adding whirlpools and more decorative fixtures. The master bathroom or luxury bathroom can include a toilet, bidet, two sinks, separate tub and shower, whirpool or spa and perhaps more. The half bathroom has a sink and toilet only. The full bathroom includes toilet, sink, and combination tub/shower plumbed along one wall. The small bathroom includes a corner shower stall, toilet and sink, while the children’s bathroom can be a three-quarter bathroom or full bathroom.

The best way to unwind from the day is to have a soothing shower or warm soak in the tub, with candles and relaxing music. Master baths include luxury items such as see-through fireplaces, mini-refrigerators, exercise equipment, saunas and televisions to create a gracious and pampering living space.

Bathroom furniture and a separate shower and bathtub are emerging as hot items in today's bathrooms. The above-counter sink, which serves as a sink as well as displayed art, is also seen in modern bathrooms. Modern bathrooms are nowadays decorated with vintage furniture also. Vintage pieces are being used as vanities or for more decorative purposes, such as a towel rack or sitting chairs. Stainless steel is also being used in everything from the sink, to the medicine chest to the bathtub and shower walls. Faucets and spigots, as well as tubs and toilets, are available in a variety of shapes and materials. Fixtures come in colors like bone, biscuit or white. The most popular finish for faucets is chrome with soft brass accents. Today's bathrooms boast artistic and aesthetic sink and vanity areas, with hand-blown glass and vessel sinks gaining in popularity.

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Bathroom Furniture

Bathrooms are probably the most used rooms in the house. More expensive bathroom furniture is now widely available. People are spending money for quality bathroom furniture that fits their demands, their decorative themes and their lifestyle, too.

In choosing bathroom furniture, you must consider several salient factors. First, take into consideration the size and the shape of the room. How big or small your room? What is its shape and dimensions? These factors should affect your decision on what furniture pieces to put in it.

The next consideration should be the people who will be using the room and how often will they be using it. Will it be the only bathroom in the house? These questions are essential in identifying not only what furniture to put inside your bathroom, but also what material it must be made from and whether fitted, modular or free-standing bathroom furniture would best fit your needs.

There are two types of bathroom furniture finishes available. Wood is a popular choice. Aside from its durability, it has long since evolved to less traditional, more modern dimensions. Natural wood furniture also evokes warmth and a sense of being welcomed in a room. Expect to pay more, though, since it entails more tedious work and craftsmanship to construct. Since wood is a natural material, expect changes in color and grain as time goes by.

Bathroom furniture with manmade finishes is also acquiring steady popularity due to the wider range of designs and colors available that account for its flexibility and edge. Do not expect them to be cheaper than wood though, or even less durable. Manmade finishes are made from composite materials and textured finishes and can withstand tough knocks and scratches. Just as with wood, excessive spillage causes damage to even the toughest manmade finish.

For those who need a lot of storage space and detest clutter, fitted bathroom furniture is the answer. Although fitted furniture caters to the more traditional décor theme, there are different finishes and accessories available to fit your theme.

If you move furniture around to change the appearance of your rooms often, then freestanding furniture would suit you well. Freestanding furniture is not affixed to the wall or any other furniture making it easy to move around.

Modular bathroom furniture is the product of putting together fitted and free-standing furniture. They offer diverse styles with massive storage that can fit contemporary décor themes.