ᐅ Is it possible to adapt IKEA BRIMNES furniture for use in the bathroom?
Created on: 22 Feb 2019 09:12
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Laladi
Hello everyone,
I am currently considering whether the IKEA Brimnes furniture series, especially the dressers and cabinets, can be adapted for use in a bathroom. The furniture is basically made from wood-based panels with a plastic coating but is not specifically designed for humid environments. My question is: What measures are necessary to treat or modify the BRIMNES furniture so that it can withstand long-term exposure to high humidity and occasional water splashes in a bathroom?
I am particularly interested in whether there are special paints, sealants, or simple protective methods (such as silicone sealing) that can protect the material. I am also wondering if the hinges and other metal parts could be damaged by the moist environment and if there are recommendations for alternative fittings.
I look forward to your experiences and tips – maybe someone already uses BRIMNES in the bathroom and can share what they did and whether it holds up!
Thank you and best regards!
I am currently considering whether the IKEA Brimnes furniture series, especially the dressers and cabinets, can be adapted for use in a bathroom. The furniture is basically made from wood-based panels with a plastic coating but is not specifically designed for humid environments. My question is: What measures are necessary to treat or modify the BRIMNES furniture so that it can withstand long-term exposure to high humidity and occasional water splashes in a bathroom?
I am particularly interested in whether there are special paints, sealants, or simple protective methods (such as silicone sealing) that can protect the material. I am also wondering if the hinges and other metal parts could be damaged by the moist environment and if there are recommendations for alternative fittings.
I look forward to your experiences and tips – maybe someone already uses BRIMNES in the bathroom and can share what they did and whether it holds up!
Thank you and best regards!
trevor schrieb:
Good ventilation in the bathroom really helps a lot. A small fan or opening a window is invaluable; otherwise, even the best sealing won’t be effective.Thanks to everyone for the helpful comments! I particularly appreciate the reminder about ventilation—I hadn’t really given that much thought before.
The confirmation that particle boards are problematic matches my suspicion. So I will start by experimenting with sealing and new fittings, and I’ll also make sure to place the furniture in a more protected spot within the bathroom.
Does anyone have experience with how often such sealing needs to be renewed if it gets wet frequently? And is it advisable to treat the inside of the furniture as well?
Looking forward to more tips!
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