When what you need is hidden from prying eyes with a beautiful and stylish piece of furniture: choose a laundry basket

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Any housewife knows that sometimes there are situations in life when it is not possible to quickly wash dirty laundry or it has not accumulated enough for optimal loading of the washing machine. In this case, it is necessary to store it until the moment when such an opportunity arises, or its quantity becomes sufficient. For the accumulation of linen, various pieces of furniture, household equipment and utensils are used, which depends on the size of the room intended for washing, its equipment and the family's wealth. The best option for such purposes is a laundry basket in the bathroom, and this is what will be discussed in this article by homemaster.techinfus.com/en/

A laundry basket is a handy piece of furniture that can beautify a bathroom interior

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1 Characteristics that a laundry basket should have
2 Types of laundry baskets in the bathroom
3 Types of laundry baskets by material of manufacture
4 Leading laundry basket manufacturers
5 What is better to buy a laundry basket for the bathroom, according to our editorial team
6 Is it possible to make a laundry basket with your own hands

Characteristics that a laundry basket should have

Regardless of the size and shape, as well as the materials used in the manufacture, the laundry basket must comply with such indicators as:

strength - the ability to withstand significant loads generated by the amount of accumulated laundry;
the presence of ventilation holes on the surface of the product - provide air circulation in the internal space;
the design must have a cover that will ensure that there is no possibility of foreign objects and dust getting to the laundry in the basket;
the surface of the product must be flat in order to exclude the possibility of damage to the linen during installation and removal;
the presence of compartments in the internal space is welcomed, since this will allow separate placement of laundry of different types and colors.

The corner model fits comfortably in a small bathroom

Note! The presence of a large number of models, differing in design and materials used, allows you to choose the desired laundry basket in accordance with the style of decoration of the room where it is supposed to be placed and the size that meets the need for its use.

Types of laundry baskets in the bathroom

By the type of placement, such pieces of furniture are of floor-standing, wall-mounted and built-in types, as well as folding structures.

Floor models

Floor baskets are available in rectangular, round or other shapes, as well as corner types. The shape and size depend on the model, so it is always possible to choose the one you need for a specific use case.

Wicker basket (500 × 385 × 460) Alternativa model

Basket "Braid" (500 × 385 × 460) "Alternativa" model

Some models are equipped with wheels, which allows you to move the products over the floor surface if necessary.

Floor-standing model with castors

Baskets are oval or other than rectangular, shapes can decorate or complement bathroom interior.

Model Natural House "Bow"

Wall hanging laundry containers

Placing on the wall frees up the surface of the floor, making it easier to clean the floor.

One of the options for hanging

The shape of the containers placed on the wall can be different: from the type of an ordinary bag to a box of various shapes.

Hanging products are small and not suitable for storing large amounts of laundry

Folding models

Folding models are easy to use, they do not take up much space when there is no need to use them.

Folding model made of fabric and metal

Baskets of this type can vary in size and functionality, as well as the materials used in their manufacture.

The model "Europe Yun Zhe lon0077" has two compartments, separated by a partition

Embedded models

Laundry baskets of this type can be of a folding and independent design, as well as made in the form of a pencil case or cabinet.

The built-in placement option is convenient if the bathroom has enough space to accommodate various pieces of furniture

The folding structure can be made both on a permanently installed piece of furniture and on a mobile structure.

As a rule, the body of a folding built-in basket is made of metal, and it itself is made of durable fabric material.

An independent design involves placing laundry in a floor-type basket, which, in turn, is placed in the interior space of some furniture. The product is taken out by means of the pull-out mechanism provided by the design, and in the future it can be completely pulled out.

Independent built-in type design

The tall cabinet or cabinet where the laundry basket is located may vary in shape and size according to the style of bathroom decoration and be of different designs.

Placing a laundry basket in a pencil case

Types of laundry baskets by material of manufacture

The materials used in the manufacture of such products can be varied: plastic and various types of fabric, natural wood and metal, leather and materials used for weaving.

Wicker baskets

When making wickerwork natural materials are used, which determines their high cost: grapevines and rattan, bamboo fibers and straw, as well as birch bark and dried seaweed.

Model made from grapevine

The shape of wicker baskets can be different: from rectangular to round or angular. This indicator depends on the model of the product and the style of its design.

Model made from rattan

Wicker baskets, as a rule, have a cover in their design, which reduces the likelihood of dust getting into the laundry during storage.

Wicker model of corner placement type

Important! The materials used for weaving are capable of absorbing moisture, so you should pay attention to the humidity in the room where they are placed.

Plastic Models

Plastic products differ in shape and geometric dimensions, as well as color scheme.

Basket plastic model "SBP20-Rattan" (440 × 305 × 200mm, 20L)

Plastic products are characterized by low cost, light weight and durability.

Model "Alternative М1942" - "Paradise"

The advantage of using plastic products is that they are not able to absorb odors and are easy to clean in all available ways.

Corner laundry baskets made of plastic

Important! Plastic products are damaged by strong external mechanical stress, which is due to the fragility of the material, and therefore, care should be taken when using them and not subject to excessive stress.

Wooden and metal laundry baskets

Wood has always been and remains a popular material in the manufacture of furniture for various purposes, due to its environmental safety and external beauty.

Wooden basket made in the form of an ottoman

Important! Models made from natural wood must be specially treated to reduce the likelihood of damage from moisture.

Wood is a fairly simple material to process, so you can make a do-it-yourself laundry basket using it

When using metal, wire structures are made into which fabric bags are placed.

Model made of metal with castors and a cloth bag

Wire in similar models, used with chrome plated, polished or powder coated.

Linea beta Sesti 53311.50 in metal with cotton bag

Metal model "Linea beta Sesti 53311.50" with cotton bag

Important! Models made of metal must be subjected to anti-corrosion treatment to prevent corrosion during operation.

Fabric and leather models

Fabric baskets do not have the necessary strength, therefore, as a rule, they are used in a set with a metal frame or in another constructive form (folding, built-in, etc.).

Basket made of fabric

A distinctive feature of leather goods is their high cost, as well as the ability to withstand moisture and temperature changes.

Model "2763LB" is made of leather

Important! Laundry baskets made of leather are not recommended to be placed in the bathroom, because in the light of its physical properties, the leather does not allow air circulation inside the product, which, in turn, can lead to burning of the laundry placed in it.

Leading laundry basket manufacturers

Products of foreign and Russian companies are presented on the domestic market of bathroom furniture. Among them, the most popular are the models of such companies:

Curver (Poland);
Brabantia (Holland);
ZellerPresent (Germany);
"Patricia" (China)
"Violet", "Ecoplast", "Alternative" (Russia).

Note! A wide range of models allows you to choose a laundry basket both in terms of its functionality and design style, and in terms of the financial component, which largely depends on the brand and country of the manufacturer.

Laundry basket Curver (Poland), Knit model with a volume of 57 liters

Laundry basket "Curver" (Poland), model "Knit" with a volume of 57 liters

What is better to buy a laundry basket for the bathroom, according to our editorial team

When choosing a laundry basket, according to our editorial staff, you need to pay attention to the following points:

The location determines the overall dimensions of a particular model, which are possible for installation in the selected location.
The appearance of the purchased product should be in harmony with the design style where it is supposed to be placed.
The size of the basket (its volume) should be sufficient to accommodate the amount of laundry accumulated for washing, which depends on the number of family members and the specifics of their work.
The structure must be durable and easy to use, and, if necessary, mobile and necessarily functional.
Ventilation holes should be located on the surface of the product, and if there is a fabric bag, it should be easy to wash and be dense in structure.
The quality of the product must be confirmed by a certificate to exclude the possibility of staining the linen from the structural elements (frame, walls, etc.), painted during their manufacture.

Brabantia brand metal baskets

Is it possible to make a laundry basket with your own hands

If you have free time and desire, you can make a laundry basket yourself. In this case, the main conditions for the successful completion of work will be the correct choice of material and competent drawing up of a sketch of the manufactured product.

Custom-made wood and fabric construction option

The simplest solution for most users when making such a product with their own hands would be to use wood and thick fabric. It can be a folding structure, as shown in the picture above, or it can be installed separately in the floor version.