How to use wood in the bathroom

 

Despite the great diversity of materials and coatings, wood remains the darling when it comes to decoration. In cold and humid environments like bathrooms, it guarantees coziness and modernity, can be used in different ways and is a great material to bring comfort when bathing. See how to use wood in the bathroom without compromising the final result.

types of wood

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Effective solution in contemporary architecture, wood can be present in different ways inside the bathroom, whether on floors, walls or countertops. As it is a more humid environment, it is necessary to use a more resistant material, so choose woods that better withstand humidity, such as ipê, jatobá, cumaru and peroba-rosa. But regardless of resistance, it is important to treat the material with waterproofing agents or varnishes.

Harmony with the complements

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As it is a natural element, wood can be used in any room in the house and is often used to break down to bring warmth to spaces, especially those in which neutral tones predominate. In this way, as the woods have a darker tone, it is recommended that the harmony of the environment be achieved through coatings with lighter tones. Floor and wall in neutral tones will be great alternatives to lighten and balance the bathroom.

Wood on the bench…

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The workbench is the most common place to see wood. Whether in large bathrooms or small washrooms, this piece allows you to innovate both in its composition and design. However, pay attention to basic precautions so as not to compromise the material, as countertops have more contact with water. Choose a denser wood that will absorb less water, such as sucupira, rosewood, pine or eucalyptus and waterproof it.

…or on the floor

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Want to make your bathroom cozy, bet on the wooden floor, in addition to decorating, it will make the bathroom warmer in winter. By choosing the right wood and with the proper treatment you will avoid future problems. As it is a noble material, it is recommended to use it mainly on floors in the dry area (outside the boxing area). If you are going to use the material inside the boxing, you will need great care and high investments in waterproofing, preventing the material from becoming porous and spoiling with the appearance of fungi and bacteria.

Small details

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Very versatile, this material helps you effortlessly compose the bathroom decor. Because it is timeless, you can use it to frame mirrors, make shelves or details on the walls, regardless of how it is used, wood will bring a rustic and modern look to the environment.

care

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Annual maintenance on wood is recommended with polyurethane-based products and for decks and floors that are in contact with water, you can treat them with nautical varnish. To prevent termites, look for quality wood with a hard core (ipê, mastic, peroba-rosa, jatobá, itaúba, etc.) and treated. But, if you notice signs of attack, call a specialized company to solve the problem for you.