How to choose a makeup table?

Each girl dreams of a cozy corner in the house where she can devote time to herself. Such an island in the apartment can be arranged thanks to the makeup table.

A dressing table is a great place to store cosmetics, care products, accessories and much more. Such a piece of furniture can be an excellent decoration of the interior.

Before choosing a table, you need to take into account the free space in the room. Information about the variety of shapes, the height of the table and chair, as well as the types of lighting, will greatly simplify the selection of the long-awaited furniture item.

Features makeup tables

Dressing tables can be of different shapes and heights, as well as with or without a built-in mirror. Tables differ in shape, method of fastening, materials of manufacture, etc.

Mounting method

According to the method of attaching headsets can be:

• Outdoor;
• Cantilever;
• Outboard.

Models of tables with outdoor mount They have four fulcrum and it is convenient to move them around the room, they are very spacious and functional.

At cantilever tables can be 2-4 supporting legs, and their back is attached to the wall. Such a headset is compact and stable, but it causes some difficulties when moving.

Headsets with suspension They are very popular in Art Nouveau interiors. They occupy a minimum amount of space, and in order to move, they will have to be dismantled.

The form

All dressing tables are divided into angular and linear in shape. If everything is clear with linear, then angular tables require additional classification. They can be of different shapes:

• Triangular;
• L-shaped;
• Pentagonal, trapezoidal;
• Oval.

If a piece of furniture is intended for a corner of a room, it does not mean at all that it should be straight and exactly repeat the shape of the wall. Makeup Tables triangular shape compact and roomy, they can be installed both in the corner of the room, and in any other place, since the angle of inclination is less than 90 °.

Dressing tablesl-shaped designed for their location in the corner of the room. They are comfortable, roomy and compact. On such tables you can find a place not only for cosmetic accessories, but also for a laptop, for example.

Dressing tables trapezoidal and pentagonal popular in creating a classic interior. Such options are especially popular with women, since the design of many models includes a large number of drawers and nightstands. Often, mirrors with three wings are included with pentagonal tables.

A feature of trapezoidal tables is that it allows you to position the mirror closest to the face, which simplifies the makeup process.

Distinguished by a special grace round and oval makeup tables. However, with its small capacity, they take up a lot of space.

Toiletries are gaining popularity tablestransformers. They are disguised as ordinary desks or bedside tables.In the normal state, they look like ordinary work surfaces, but as soon as the countertop rises, a mistress and additional shelves for cosmetics appear in front of the hostess.

Production material

When choosing a makeup table, it is important to pay attention to materialfrom which the piece of furniture was made. This affects both the aesthetic appearance of the table and its durability.

The most popular materials for making makeup tables:

• Wood. This is a classic material for furniture production. This is a durable raw material that will allow you to perform an element of furniture in absolutely any style. Carving on wooden tables perfectly decorates furniture made in the Baroque style or Provence.
• Metal. This durable material is most often used to produce table frames. If the furniture frame is not made of steel or bronze, then the products are deformed and quickly lose their presentation. Metal makeup tables (or forged parts) are often used in modern, neo-baroque or high-tech interiors.
• Glass. This material is great for people who like minimalism in the interior. Modern technologies make it possible to make furniture from such a material durable and reliable.
• Plastic. Dressing tables made of this material retain their original appearance for many years. More commonly used in high-tech interiors.

Dimensions

The dimensions of the dressing tables can be different, but the height in most cases remains unchanged. The standard height of the makeup table is 75 cm. A chair is supposed to be at the table, so the countertop should be quite high.

The minimum width of the table is 26 cm, and the length is 46 cm. Smaller values ​​can only be if a hanging shelf is used as the table, but this option has the least functionality. Such table models are usually minimalistic, with 1-2 lower shelves.

Most often you can find makeup tables with the following dimensions:

• 80x60 cm;
• 100x50 cm;
• 120x60 cm.

The length of the table can reach, in rare cases, 140 cm. But such a headset is appropriate only in large rooms, as it takes up a lot of space and looks bulky.

Makeup table lighting

Lighting the dressing table affects not only the comfort when applying makeup, but also on how your face looks in the reflection of the mirror, and therefore after makeup.

It is best to place the dressing table closer to the natural light source (along the wall with the window). So, in the reflection of the mirror you will get the lighting that most faithfully conveys the colors of the makeup on your face. Do not put the table so that the light is reflected in the mirror, this will blind your eyes and interfere with work.

Modern models of makeup tables are increasingly equipped with built-in lighting. As a rule, a mirror is equipped with backlight. As a decor, shelves, drawers or cabinets can be highlighted. Functional illumination involves the installation of cartridges with bulbs in the mirror frame. They can be attached to the sides and top of the canvas.

Models of makeup tables with a mirror and backlight perfectly transform the annoying interior. The downside of the backlit design is the expensive price and the need to place a table in the immediate vicinity of the outlet.

Also, you can purchase mirrors separately from the table, allowing you to choose between a conventional mirror and backlit models.

You can create good lighting by purchasing several suitable fixtures. In order to ensure good lighting, when arranging the fixtures, you must be guided by the following rules:

• Light should fall on the face, and not be reflected in the mirror. To do this, you need to purchase fixtures in pairs and install on both sides of the mirror. It is better to place the lamps at eye level, as this will reduce the shadow when applying makeup.
• If the mirror is quite large, then you can install several pairs of lamps.For example, 2 lamps can be put on a table and a pair of sconces can be fixed to the wall.
• It is necessary to give preference to lamps with a matte lampshade (glass or plastic). It is advisable to choose a white shade without unnecessary elements and patterns, as this will distort the light and increase the number of shadows.
• The lamp in the luminaire must have a color rendering index (CRI) of at least 80. The brightness of the lamp affects how realistic the colors are reflected in the mirror.
• It is recommended to choose lamps with a power of up to 100 W for mirror illumination, since excess or lack of light affects the final result of makeup. Lamps should be installed at a distance of 80-100 cm from the face.
• It is desirable that the bulbs from the general lighting of the room and the mirrors are the same in color, since a combination of traditional and energy-saving lamps can distort colors.

When choosing lamps for lighting a makeup table with a mirror, you need to remember that lamps should create soft light without sharp shadows and contrasts. Good lighting guarantees the right makeup.

Lamps with an adjustable brightness level will let you know how makeup will look at different consecrations, for example, at dusk or by candlelight.

Seat

In order to have a comfortable time at the makeup table, you need to take care of a comfortable seat. It is advisable to choose a dressing table complete with a chair, which will ensure the optimal height of the chair and a suitable design.

If there is no seat in the kit, then when choosing it is important to make sure that the owner is as comfortable as possible to sit on it. The knees should not rest against the tabletop, but should not hang down, having difficulty reaching the floor.

There is a large selection of dressing table chairs on the market. They vary in material, color, design and stiffness. Most often you can find poufs or chairs made of:

• Plastic. This material has gained popularity among materials because it is possible to create a diverse design from it so that at first glance it will not be clear that it is plastic;
• Glass. Modern technologies produce glass of increased strength, which allows the use of this material in any interior, adding elegant notes;
• Tree. Classical style chairs for dressing tables are made from this material.

Location in the interior

Makeup table can be installed in different rooms: in the bedroom, in the bathroom or hallway.

The main factor in placing a dressing table is the availability of a natural light source. The table is placed closer to the window, or along the wall.

In the bedroom, most often, a table is located at the head of the bed. Choose between linear or round table models. Table lamps and sconces serve as lighting, the mirror is placed small, without backlight. Such a dressing table also serves as a bedside table.

If the bedroom has enough space, then the dressing table is located in a more secluded place, away from the bed. With the increase in free space, the choice of models increases. The perfect dressing table in the bedroom - angular shape. It will provide privacy and plenty of storage space.

Make-up tables installed along the wall can be fenced with decorative curtains or a tent.

When the dressing table is located in the hallway, high mirrors are installed, which allows you to see yourself to your full height. Also, a large number of mirrors visually expands the room, making it brighter and more spacious.

If you place a makeup table in the bathroom, you need to make sure that the working mirror does not fog up. For this, the room must be spacious, with good ventilation. Compact bathroom tables made of plastic are better suited to the bathroom.

The arrangement of makeup tables individually in the interior depends on the area of ​​the room and the individual preferences of the hostess.