During the decoration process, in addition to paying attention to key construction points such as tile laying and waterproofing, the material selection of bathroom cabinets is also very important. After all, bathroom cabinets are the most common furniture in the bathroom and are used very frequently at home. In the most humid area, the moisture resistance of the material must be fully considered. If you want the bathroom cabinet to be durable enough, you must choose the right material. So which material is the most suitable for the bathroom cabinet? Below we will introduce to you some of the most common bathroom cabinet materials on the market, and let's see how to choose the most reliable one!
1. Solid wood bathroom cabinet
Solid wood bathroom cabinets are high-end products. This kind of bathroom cabinet has a distinctive wood grain on the surface. The cabinet body feels good to the touch, and its appearance is retro and grand, with high aesthetics.
Advantages: Solid wood bathroom cabinets have high toughness and can be manufactured into different shapes and styles according to different needs of consumers. In addition, high density and hard texture are also obvious advantages of solid wood bathroom cabinets. They are stronger than other materials. Durable, with high wear resistance and good texture.
Disadvantages: The disadvantage of solid wood bathroom cabinets is that they are not resistant to moisture. Because they are in a humid environment like the bathroom, if they are not treated and maintained properly, they are easily invaded by water vapor, causing surface cracking or deformation; in addition, the cost of high-end solid wood bathroom cabinets is The prices are on the high side, and the price/performance ratio is not high enough for families whose budget is not particularly sufficient.
2. PVC bathroom cabinet
PVC bathroom cabinets are made of polyvinyl chloride and other materials, with various styles and novel designs.
Advantages: PVC bathroom cabinets have very good waterproof performance, are light in weight, have a smooth appearance, are not easy to stain, and are easy to clean. Compared with bathroom cabinets made of other materials, PVC bathroom cabinets have very good moisture-proof performance because they are not easy to absorb water. It has a longer service life and is more affordable.
Disadvantages: PVC bathroom cabinets have poor resilience, are prone to fading, and are not resistant to high temperatures. In addition, PVC contains very high formaldehyde content, making it a highly polluting material. Some toxic additives and plasticizers may leak out or vaporize, which may cause certain harm to human health.
3. Particleboard bathroom cabinet
Particle board, also called particle board, is an artificial board made from scraps of wood or other lignocellulosic materials that are glued under the action of heat and pressure after applying adhesive. It is a furniture board widely used in modern homes.
Advantages: Particleboard bathroom cabinets have many advantages. For example, because the interior is composed of granular cross-stacked structures, the performance in all directions is basically the same, so it has good load-bearing capacity; the particleboard surface is highly flat, the texture is lifelike, and the thickness error is small. And it is more resistant to aging.
Disadvantages: Since the edges of particleboard are often rough, it is easier to absorb moisture. Therefore, the home edge sealing process made of particleboard is particularly important, especially the bathroom itself is a relatively humid area. If the purchased particleboard bathroom cabinet board edge sealing If the craftsmanship is not in place, the cabinet will easily breed bacteria or even deform due to moisture.
4. Multi-layer solid wood bathroom cabinet
The inner core of multi-layer solid wood boards is made of solid wood veneers or thin boards that are glued and hot-pressed.
Advantages: Bathroom cabinets made of this kind of board are more durable than solid wood bathroom cabinets, and have various shapes and high aesthetics.
Disadvantages: A certain amount of glue is required during the manufacturing process of multi-layer solid wood boards. If the glue is not environmentally friendly enough or used in excessive amounts, a certain amount of formaldehyde will be released. However. The amount of formaldehyde released by this kind of board is between that of particle board and solid wood board. Mid-range bathroom cabinets usually choose this material, which is slightly inferior to solid wood, but more durable than solid wood bathroom cabinets. You still need to pay attention to humidity to prevent cracking and deformation.
5. Stainless steel bathroom cabinet
Stainless steel bathroom cabinets are made of materials with specifications such as 202#, 304#, and 201#, which require dozens of processes such as oiling, sandblasting, shearing, stamping, bending, filling, welding, assembly, and polishing. .
Advantages: Good stainless steel bathroom cabinets have good waterproof performance, are environmentally friendly, moisture-proof, mildew-proof, and rust-proof. They have various styles, unique designs, and hardness that is unmatched by bathroom cabinets made of other materials.
Disadvantages: Due to the material limitations of stainless steel bathroom cabinets, the cabinet body is relatively thin and not very practical. At the same time, it is easy to leave traces of soap and shampoo during use, and it will easily darken after long-term use. , lose its original luster.
The above content is an introduction to bathroom cabinets made of mainstream materials currently on the market. Each material has its own advantages and disadvantages. It is recommended that when purchasing, in addition to matching according to the decoration style, you should also look at the bathroom cabinets. For bathroom cabinets with good dry and wet separation, you can choose bathroom cabinets made of solid wood, multi-layer solid wood boards, and particle boards. If the bathroom space is small and dry and wet separation cannot be achieved, you can also choose stainless steel or PVC. Material bathroom cabinets.
