Linen cabinet, what it can be and important nuances

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Linen in the house is usually kept in a large closet along with clothes and other things. But this is not always convenient. Bulky duvet covers, towels, blankets, and bedspreads take up a lot of space, filling almost half of all storage systems. As a result, the closet becomes cramped and cluttered; it is inconvenient to look for other things, which are stored in a compressed form, wrinkled, which makes them look untidy. The best way out of the situation is a special cabinet for linen. This is a convenient storage unit that can accommodate all your bedding without compromising your other belongings.

Purpose of the models

The main purpose of this furniture product is contained in its name. Any seed has bedding and accessories, which even when folded take up a lot of space. The floor stand is designed to solve this problem; it allows you to store sleeping sets, sleepwear, and sometimes large home textiles, such as blankets.

Modern bedside tables are placed in the bedroom in order to provide quick access to fabric products. In addition, there are variations of products that are usually installed in the bathroom. Typically, such models are equipped with a basket for dirty laundry, which can be easily pulled out and loaded into the washing machine.

The advantages of bed linen storage cabinets include:

capacity;
a large number of drawers and doors;
variety of models;
Wide application - the product can be used for other purposes.

Based on these positive factors, such pieces of furniture have long won success among consumers who want to wisely use the space of the bedroom or bathroom. You no longer have to put your bed linen in a closet or its wardrobe counterpart, or look for free space around the house for items.

The cabinet also allows you to store folded ordinary clothes, such as socks, underwear or towels.

Types of cabinet designs for storing linen

The linen cabinet is installed on legs or rests on a plinth. In the first case, these are four supports made of wood, plastic or metal, small in height (the smaller the legs, the more stable the structure). A plinth is a stand formed by the long side walls of the frame and a plank located between them in front (a decorative element and additional support).

The linen cabinet can be placed on the floor or hung on the wall. The first module can easily be moved to another location. It is large in size and can withstand significant loads.

The suspended model should not be bulky, and it is better not to heavily load it, because the fastenings may not hold up. Furniture canopies and anchors are used for hanging. It is easier to clean under such a cabinet, and the free space below can be rationally arranged.

A special cabinet for storing linen is not necessary, but useful. Anyone can appreciate its benefits: your wardrobe will become freer, clothes will be folded neatly and will no longer wrinkle. In this case, all the necessary bedding will be collected in one place, conveniently arranged on shelves.

Types of products

At the moment, furniture showrooms offer several types of bedside table designs, including:

model with drawers;
product with baskets;
corner bedside table.

Each of these models has its own configuration and allows you to place a certain amount of textiles in the internal space. We suggest considering the convenience and functionality of the listed products separately.

With basket

With box

Corner

With drawers

Such linen cabinets are considered smaller versions of a linen chest of drawers. If the latter has impressive dimensions, then the dimensions of this piece of furniture do not exceed certain indicators. They are available in widths of 60 cm or more, allowing you to accommodate a small number of bedding accessories. Structurally, the model has two drawers with pull-out mechanisms that differ in their height. The dimensions of the cabinet itself are selected based on the space prepared for it. The very height of the product is made convenient so that a person can freely approach and take out a set of underwear. Most often, such options are placed in the bedroom; in addition, it would be better to purchase the product together with a bedroom set: this way the furniture will not differ from each other.

You can often find this type of cabinet with a hinged door. It has the following advantages:

in a compartment with a door you can store large items - rugs, blankets, folding mattresses;
one or more drawers allow you to fit thin textiles: pillowcases, sheets, covers for sofa cushions;
A linen cabinet with a folding compartment can have both an upper and lower arrangement of drawers: the most optimal model is the location of the compartment in the center.

Thanks to the variety of shades and materials, you can choose a model to suit your interior. On the surface of the product there is an opportunity to store souvenirs and family photos. Sometimes a small TV is placed on the upper plane.

With basket

The configuration of this model depends on the manufacturer. The compartment equipped with a basket can be equipped either in the form of a drawer or in the form of a hinged door. Both options are considered comfortable, but in the second case there is more space to position your hand.

These models can be divided into 3 types:

stationary products with a basket;
cabinet for washing machine;
models under the sink.

A free-standing cabinet, the floor-mounted version of which is widespread today, can be made for both the bathroom and the bedroom. It consists of one section, inside of which there is a basket. Externally, this is an oblong product with one opening door. This is where dirty laundry is stored.

It is beneficial to use cabinet options with a laundry basket to place near the washing machine. The products are located under the same bar as the appliance and are suitable for storing laundry to be washed. Sometimes such cabinets are supplemented with drawers for storing bedding. Products are installed in the kitchen or bathroom.

Using sink cabinets with a laundry basket also involves placing several drawers in them where you can store any items. The drawers are made at a low height so that the textiles fit compactly when folded. Their width can reach 90 cm, are usually supplied complete with a sink and are height adjustable. To decide on the type of cabinet with a laundry basket, decide what it will be used for.

Corner

A good option for those rooms that have small dimensions. If you can’t place chests of drawers and cabinets against the wall, a great solution is to place them in the corner. The models are as roomy as their listed counterparts, but will take up less space in the room.

The internal configuration of the product can be equipped with a drawer or door. A corner laundry cabinet can hardly boast of a laundry basket, since it will not fit into the interior space. But it is convenient to store small items here, such as pillowcases and underwear. When installing the product, you can place a TV or indoor flower on it.

Choose the type of bedside table according to the size of the room; do not buy a wide 70 cm model for a small bedroom. Here it will be appropriate to use a corner design.

Opening systems

The design of the facade depends on the filling of the cabinet. As a rule, the front side of the furniture is represented by various opening systems, each of them has its own characteristics:

Drawer. It moves along guide rails using a roller mechanism. Handles can be attached to the front bar for greater convenience. When extended to maximum, the drawer takes up a lot of space.
Hinged door. It is attached to the bottom of the frame using furniture hinges. It opens by tilting towards itself. The sash can be fixed in certain positions, allowing you to easily remove things from the cabinet.
Hinged doors. They are hung on the side panels of the cabinet; furniture hinges or canopies are used for fastening. The doors open using the handle, you need to pull it towards you and further to the side. If sudden movements or pressure is applied to the sash, the system may be damaged. Open doors require a lot of space.

To choose the right laundry cabinet, you need to evaluate the opening systems and think about the placement of the structure in the room. It is important that nothing interferes with the opening of the doors and the drawers.

Manufacturing materials

Today, consumers are offered a huge number of materials, each of which has its own characteristics. The most popular raw materials for making bedside tables are:

solid wood - a bedside table made of solid wood looks very attractive and fits well into luxurious, rich interiors. The cost of the products will be high due to the value of wood species: pine, oak, birch or mahogany. You can install this model in the bedroom;
MDF - in the production of furniture, veneered wood is used, which is characterized by an abundance of colors and surface structure. The material does not contain harmful substances and is perfect for the interior of a children's room. A linen cabinet with a print will be a good addition to the bathroom, as the material has good moisture resistance;
Laminated chipboard and fiberboard - products made from these raw materials are considered the most affordable. They are made in various colors that imitate the structure of wood. Many manufacturers offer to make a cabinet with a sink with a laundry basket from this raw material. The most popular color of models chosen for the bathroom is white;
additional materials: glass, metal, plastic. Used for the production of fittings, framing inserts, doors, drawers and legs.

Chests of drawers and cabinets that have a plastic edge at the end edges will last longer.

Wooden

Chipboard

MDF

Accommodation options

As you know, all available types of bedside tables can be installed in the bedroom and bathroom. First, let's look at tips for placing a laundry cabinet in the rest room:

in order not to overload the interior of the room, install a small bedside table with drawers near the bed: it is mobile and can easily be moved to any corner if necessary;
there should be enough space near the product to open the cabinet, so do not crowd this space with other objects;
in the case of a cabinet of wide dimensions, a TV is installed on it to save space;
A narrow high bedside table with a basket and a folding door will fit well into a small bedroom.

If you purchased a cabinet with a sink and a laundry basket, it would be more appropriate to install it in the bathroom. For this, a suitable location is selected and measurements are taken. Afterwards, it is necessary to connect the hoses to the water supply system of the sink. After final installation, the operation of the taps is checked. Placing a cabinet in the bathroom is not difficult - it is located where the water supply runs. Remember that furniture compartments must be freely accessible.

Types of storage systems for linen cabinets

The laundry storage system includes compartments of different sizes. Small drawers and niches with dividers are convenient for storing underwear and hosiery. Large, voluminous items are placed in large, spacious compartments. Common options for filling such furniture:

Laundry basket. Often used in bathroom cabinets. Clean things are stored here: towels and bathrobes, spare underwear. Some models have removable laundry baskets for dirty clothes. Such structures are made from moisture-resistant materials.
Drawer. It is convenient for storing small items, such as panties, T-shirts, socks. The box can be divided into several compartments, in which all the contents can be sorted into different groups.
Shelf. A universal option. On the shelves you can store both large and small things, depending on the depth of the niche. There are boxes and organizers for small items. A cabinet with shelves is suitable for a bedroom, nursery or living room.

To ensure that things are always fresh without signs of mustiness or dampness, they must be stored correctly. Be sure to periodically air the furniture. To do this, the laundry is removed, freeing the sections. The doors of the cabinet are opened wide and left for a while. If the storage system is installed in the bathroom, such actions should be carried out more often. One more point must be taken into account: things in the cabinet must be placed freely, without loading the shelves to capacity, this will allow air flows to move freely inside the structure.

Recommendations for selection

A floor stand, the number of varieties of which can be found in furniture showrooms, is selected based on its purpose. As noted, such a cabinet allows you to store not only bedding, but also underwear. Let's consider the main selection criteria:

spaciousness - for a family of four, a bedside table with a large width would be appropriate. Here the hostess will be able to fit bed linen, towels and other textile accessories;
location - decide where the cabinet will be installed: in the bathroom, kitchen or bedroom. If the product is intended for the bathroom, immediately check all the holes and fastenings for the washbasin;
material - for wet rooms, choose durable and moisture-resistant models; for the bedroom, regular laminated chipboard is suitable;
equipment - study the internal design of the bedside table and a set of additional parts. If it is a sink, check its integrity; in the case of baskets, examine the strength of the metal;
style - the style of the bedside table is of considerable importance. For classic, calm interiors, colors like walnut, pine and alder are suitable. For contrasting and modern designs - choose dark wenge, bleached oak;
Possibility of using the surface - you can install anything that has suitable dimensions on the lid of the bedside table. For a large product, the best option is a TV; for smaller models, decorative items.

You can make a bedside table with your own hands, using the appropriate drawings, and then equipping it with baskets and drawers. A linen cabinet is a good choice for rooms where space is used rationally.