Solid wood furniture in the bathroom can defy moisture and wetness
Photos: IPM/Voglauer
Not just in living
rooms, bedrooms or kitchens furniture made of solid wood create a homely and
comfortable atmosphere. They also looks great in bathrooms. However, frequent fluctuations in
temperature and humidity here result in a room climate that is not necessarily
advantageous to solid wood furniture. To enable it to withstand humidity, the
surfaces should be treated with an environmentally friendly water-based
varnish. With special surface coatings, objects made of natural wood provide a
feel-good atmosphere, even in rooms with high humidity.
Just like the kitchen before it, the
bathroom is increasingly transforming from a functional room into a living
space seeking to radiate a cosy ambience. In addition to accessories such as
rugs and armchairs, solid wood furniture also creates a feeling of warmth and
has a calming effect on the observer: a characteristic that can also be tapped
into in the bathroom.
The quality of the furnishings plays a
particularly important role, especially in damp rooms. In the bathroom,
washbasins, console tables, base units, shelves and storage racks should be as
waterproof, temperature-resistant and easy to clean as possible. Furniture made
of solid wood that has been treated appropriately has no problem in meeting
these requirements. If a bathroom is regularly ventilated and properly heated,
the furniture can withstand permanently high levels of humidity, water vapour
and spray. A protective treatment using natural varnishes, oils or waxes is a
prerequisite.
