Cabinet with mirror in the interior of the hallway

In most apartments, the hallway parameters leave much to be desired, which is why it is so important to place functional furniture in this area.

The design of the cabinet with a mirror is a set of drawers or shelves of various modifications and a mirror attached to the cabinet itself. This mounting option allows you to easily change the location of the product, not to spoil the wall by drilling holes for fasteners.

A curbstone with a mirror in the interior of the hallway can solve several issues of space organization at once:

• it is compact;
• it can hold all the necessary elements - hangers, hooks, boxes for small things, shelves for shoes;
• equipped with a mirror to-necessary attribute of any hallway.

The most important thing to consider when choosing a cabinet with a mirror is the stability of the structure and the strength of the material. As a rule, the mirror that comes with the cabinet has rather big dimensions, which means that the cabinet should hold it without additional fastenings to the wall. If there is a hat top shelf above the mirror, pay attention to the built-in light. If not, then the shelf will shade the mirror.

Narrow high pedestal, or low wide - the choice should depend on the parameters of the hallway and the availability of free space in it. If it is too small, then you can consider options for compact angular thumbs. Such models are produced by Baltic furniture companies or firms from other CIS countries. A small bollard will easily take a corner and free up the space of the hallway.

A curbstone with a mirror is a rather heavy and impressive construction, even though it may be quite small in size. The mirror is the main cause of gravity, and it is its presence that requires the special strength of the entire object.

The most common material for curbstones in the hallway is MDF or chipboard. This is a fairly durable material, in appearance it can be difficult to distinguish from a wooden bar. Also, such plates can be upholstered in thin plastic or films for various types of wood.

Wood furniture is considered to be elite and has a rather high price. Natural material itself is durable, environmentally friendly, has increased strength. Wooden furniture is able to emphasize the refined taste of the owner, especially if the interior of the house is made in styles such as classic or art deco.

Metal, as a rule, is present in all modern models as accessories: fasteners, hinges, mechanisms, as well as decorative elements. For example, on wooden products of classical style it can be gold-plated metal jewelry. But there are models consisting entirely of alloys. They look thin and delicate, while possessing sufficient strength. Such models fit well in the style of Gothic, Baroque or Modern. Somewhat different plan, but also very well the metal looks in the style of hi-tech or loft.

Glass in the manufacture of thumbs in the hallway is used only as separate elements, since this material does not support the weight of the mirror. But in different styles glass can be used as a décor element. For example, a combination of steel or forged rods can be combined with glass or mirror surfaces.

Plastic is a profitable democratic version of the working mechanisms. However, as a material it is short-lived, but affordable and easy to replace. One-piece models of plastic are quite rare and are more suitable for bathrooms. In the hallway, such models look too rustic and poor.

A curbstone with a mirror in the interior of the hallway is not only a decoration of the space, but also a necessary functional piece of furniture. Therefore, from its proper location depends on how it can fulfill its purpose.

Lighting and proximity to the exit - perhaps the most basic rules for the location of the table with a mirror.We put the final touches on clothes on the threshold of the apartment, so it’s more convenient to look in the mirror just before crossing the threshold. This is facilitated by the fact that the closer the design is to the front door, the shorter the distance in outdoor shoes will have to be covered along the hallway in order to fix the hairstyle or scarf, having finished putting on the shoes.

Another important function of this type of furniture is to store all kinds of items that we take with us daily. For keys, glasses, gloves, special boxes can be allocated. When each thing has its place, it allows you to maintain order and not forget important things, leaving the house. The stand can also be supplemented with a panel with hangers for casual wear.. As a rule, it is made in general with a dresser and a mirror style, it has several hooks-hangers on which you can hang a jacket or a raincoat, in order to subsequently remove them into a general closet for outerwear. Also such panels can be equipped with holders for umbrellas.

The light falling on the mirror should also be taken into account. The cabinet should be positioned so that the main light source does not blinded the mirror surface.If the room is dark enough, the lights on the top or side of the mirror, in the manner of the dressing rooms, will be most welcome.

Do not forget that the opening doors thumbs or retractable drawers should not interfere with the passageand if this is not possible, then at least you need to take care that they do not beat other objects or door jamb. This will protect both from damage.

To place the hallway, any cabinet with a mirror will become the main element of the interior. The mirror attracts attention, visually increases the space, fills it with light. Therefore, any design that "frames" a mirror, or any furniture around it, becomes the main focus of the room. This rule does not apply to other rooms, for example, in the bedroom bed plays a dominant role. But in the hallway always reigns mirror as the main attribute of the room.

Most, perhaps, the standard version, pick up the model to which is not difficult. It is in the classical style dressers with mirrors are the most sophisticated and elegant. Classic loves spaces filled with mirror surfaces and noble varieties of wood.

Curbstones in these styles will be unusual futuristic forms, with lots of metal and mirror elements. The color range varies in white and silver palette with a deepening in dark shades of gray and even black. The mirror as the main element can be framed with a bright spot of intense hue. The same may be the details of the design.

This modern practical style dictates simplicity and convenience in everything, so the cabinet with a mirror in the hallway will be as simple and convenient as possible, made of MDF panels and quite democratic in cost. Laconic lines, inconspicuous colors, a minimum of boxes and decorations. Nothing distracting, full compliance with the modern rhythm of life: functionality and comfort.

For rooms in the style of rural France and lavender fields are characterized by delicate pastel colors and delicate forged curls on pieces of furniture, as well as warm sunny wood.This style will suit the cabinet of chipboard with a coating under a simple tree without an excess of gloss and varnish. Decorations in the form of inlays with ceramics or wrought floral ornaments are welcome.

The objects of these styles are characterized by the presence of ethnic orientation, as well as national color. A curbstone with a mirror in the hallway should be made in accordance with one or another vector in this style, otherwise it will sharply discord with the surrounding atmosphere of the room. As for materials, it will undoubtedly be a simple tree, as close as possible to the “natural” direction.

Choosing any furniture for your home, pay attention not only to the appearance of the product, but also to its quality. Even a small dresser with a mirror is a rather heavy and bulky design, therefore, it is especially important to ensure its strength:

• check the fixtures and mechanisms of the compartments in the cabinet;
• pay attention to the material itself - it must bear the weight of the mirror and at the same time be stable, so that the mirror element does not outweigh and pull it down. Especially it concerns models of a curbstone on legs;
• make sure the quality and cleanliness of the surface of the mirror, as well as its attachment to the holding panel. The mirror should be "poured" into the overall design of the cabinet, making up with it one whole;
• when choosing curbstones made of MDF or chipboard, pay attention to glued seams - they must be protected with veneer for the duration of the product's life.

To learn how to independently assemble a cabinet with a mirror in the hallway, see the video below.