Glass shelves for the bathroom: tips on choosing and features of placement

Glass shelves are the best option for the bathroom, they fit well into any interior, come in various sizes and configurations, can be installed anywhere and at different heights, thereby increasing the functionality of the living space and free space. Of course, such products have their own characteristics, including the placement of shelves.

For the manufacture of glass shelves for the bathroom uses a special safe Plexiglas - synthetic material of high hardness and strength based on organic polymer compounds.

For this reason, any product made of it has the following characteristics:

• due to heat treatment, it does not accumulate static electricity;
• not exposed to temperature extremes;
• practically does not fight, and if this happens, it is impossible for them to cut themselves.

Glass shelves have many advantages:

• reliability and durability, which provides tempered glass;
• sanding the edges thoroughly is not possible;
• material thickness reaches 5 mm, which provides for its increased strength;
• products are not subject to negative influences from the outside;

• glass transmits light well, so that even a small space can increase visually;
• the possibility of placing shelves on the walls, in the cabinets, in the corners and in the niche (in two or three levels);
• a variety of options that differ in design, color and price;
• Excellent combination with interior items from other materials.

Like any product, these designs have their drawbacks:

• scratches may remain on the glass that cannot be removed (the only option is to polish the surface or make a drawing on it);
• drops of water, soap suds, or toothpaste make the surface of the shelves untidy, so regular care of their cleanliness is required, and there may be stains when washing, so you should immediately use special tools.

Despite the fact that plexiglass is a durable and plastic material, glass things require careful handling.

Different types of glass are used for the shelves, and you can choose any option depending on the interior style and personal preferences:

• transparent material;
• with mirror coating;
• matte coating;
• colored glass;
• with drawing images or applications.

At the moment, clear glass is not as popular as its other types. This is not surprising, because now it is possible to choose more interesting options with the original design and any size.

In addition to the glass itself, it is important to buy a quality holder. This wall mount and parts that hold the structure of the shelf, made of plastic or metal. You need to carefully review the product for the presence of an additional belt. Such clamps are necessarily supplied with seals of silicone, rubber, there are fixed metal fasteners. In the open shelves there are holders of metal and soft fabric pads.

Auxiliary accessories:

• support brackets for mounting;
• guides for glass (limiters).

It is possible, in some cases, it is possible to stop at adjustable shelf holders, which are adjusted with the help of screws in height or at a certain angle of inclination. Usually with them in the kit is a few mounts.

Place the shelves of glass can be in different ways.

To do this, there are ready-made convenient products that will only hang.

1. The hinged shelf is a common model, it can be rectangular or with oval, smoothly rounded edges, with fancy bends. It usually has a large size: in length - 80 or 90 cm with different widths. In practice, this is a mezzanine for cosmetics, shower products, shampoos, scrubs, even towels.
2. Corner glass shelf closes the empty corners, making the bathroom more comfortable and cozy for a stay. This is usually a multi-level shelves for soap, cosmetics and other small items. This is the most popular option.
3. Glass shelf under the mirror. Its size should correspond to the dimensions of the mirror, it is used for various tubes - means for morning and evening hygiene.

The standard dimensions of the shelves are 50, 60, or 70 cm in length, and the width may be different (depending on what they are intended for).

When choosing glass shelves, you should know some subtleties that are important for the further operation of these products.

• Since this piece of furniture can be made of transparent and frosted glass, many are thinking about the feasibility of purchasing one or another product. Experts advise to choose a matte version, since the advantages of it are simple care and longer preservation of the presentable look.
• When choosing shelves for the bathroom is not worth taking glass models, if the room already has glass furniture: an excess of glass objects makes the atmosphere of the room too cold.

• If you need to expand the space in the bathroom, it makes sense to buy a few small shelves with a length of 40 cm or lessit uses a two-tier or three-tier placement system. Light reflectors will help to increase the effect of free space.
• If the bathroom is lined with ceramic tiles, then the perfect addition will be shelves of glossy material.
• Shelves with large parameters of length, as a rule, are used for rooms with a large supply of free space. Sometimes they serve as a decorative stand on which a vase with flowers, souvenirs and other design elements can be placed.
• When installing it should be borne in mind that the shelves placed in the form of steps, create a feeling of volume and higher ceilings.

A glass shelf not only serves as a stand, but is itself a decoration for the bathroom. Special comfort is achieved when it is placed in a small niche and highlighted. After all, at the same time not only the premises, but also the atmosphere prevailing in it is transforming beyond recognition.

How to make a glass shelf for a bathroom with your own hands, see the next video.