The bathroom cabinet is a relatively popular bathroom furniture in recent years. It is generally integrated with the basin and mirror, and has the functions of storage and grooming. It is available in a variety of materials, such as clear glass, bright PVC, glazed ceramics and rustic solid wood, but which one is more suitable for your home? Experts say that due to the particularity of space and function, for appearance considerations Compared with general furniture, there are some special requirements for selecting bathroom cabinets.

Moisture protection is very important

The dampness of the bathroom is much greater than the rest of the room, especially when the bathroom and the bathroom are integrated, the bathroom cabinet is inevitably subjected to the test of fog steaming. Different from the bathroom frame, the bathroom cabinet is a relatively closed space. If the moisture resistance is poor, it is easy to make the items stored inside moldy and breed bacteria. Therefore, moisture protection is the first condition for selecting a bathroom cabinet.

The materials of the bathroom cabinets on the market mainly include stone, glass, metal, ceramic, solid wood, sheet and PVC. In terms of moisture resistance, solid wood and sheet are relatively moisture-proof. The oak in solid wood has the characteristics of dense moisture-proof, and is an ideal material for manufacturing bathroom cabinets, but it mainly relies on imports and has a high price. Other materials such as solid wood, sheet and other substrates are treated with paint, dipping and other processes to prevent moisture, but the board is exposed to moisture for a long time, and the moisture resistance may be reduced. It should be noted that the original surface of the sheet is difficult to distinguish after treatment, and sometimes it is sold as a solid wood product. Consumers should remind the merchant to provide materials that can prove their materials to avoid fraud.

In addition to the substrate, the metal parts of the bathroom cabinet are also subject to the test of moisture. Only the surface of the galvanized metal or the aluminum alloy for the bathroom cabinet, which is protected by moisture, can guarantee the overall moisture resistance.

However, if the bathroom is large or there is a special shower room in the bathroom, there is no need to consider too much moisture. Consumers have more choices in selecting materials.

Environmentally friendly

The bathroom has limited space, the air is not easy to circulate, and the warm and humid environment is more prone to bacteria. Environmental performance is also an important issue to consider when selecting a bathroom cabinet.

MDF has the characteristics of moisture absorption, water absorption and low thickness expansion, and is often used as a substrate for bathroom cabinets. However, the adhesive added to the MDF during the production process will slowly release harmful substances. Consumers should open the door or drawer when purchasing to see if there is any irritating smell.

PVC is a kind of plastic. It is bright in color, corrosion-resistant, light in weight, strong and durable. It is a synthetic material that is popular and widely used today. PVC bathroom cabinets are tempting to consumers because of their moisture-proof and low-cost features. However, it should be noted that PVC has increased the heat resistance and toughness due to the addition of plasticizers and anti-aging agents in the manufacturing process, and the environmental performance is poor. It should be carefully considered when selecting.

Structure

The bathroom cabinets are structurally divided into floor-standing and wall-mounted. The floor-standing load-bearing capacity is better, it can provide more storage space, and can better match the overall style of the room. The wall-mounted cabinet has a simple shape and features modern home furnishings. Because it is not connected to the ground, its moisture resistance is better, but the load is also greatly reduced. In addition, wall-mounted bathroom cabinets must be fixed to the load-bearing wall due to their own weight restrictions.