Furniture for a hairdresser, how to choose and what to consider

Starting their own business to provide services in the salon, the organizers often require specialized furniture for a hairdresser. Such equipment has many distinctive characteristics that allow it to be used only in this area. To know what set of furniture is needed, as well as what sanitary conditions must be observed, you need to consider the types of equipment.

Mandatory set of furniture

Trying to equip a salon similar to the interiors of famous hairdressing salons and offices of talented craftsmen, many forget that the furniture should be practical and functional. To make the client feel comfortable and calm, all products must be equipped with additional functions.

Among the wide variety of specialized equipment, the main varieties are distinguished, which should be located in any hairdressing salon - from the budget to the elite category. Here is what a mandatory set of furniture in a hairdressing salon should be:

A hairdressing chair is the main feature of such furniture for a hairdresser - the ability to adjust the height. Each client has individual growth indicators, therefore, the chair height in different cases is selected differently;
Hairdressing sink - is a deep sink placed on a curbstone. A flexible hose with a shower is connected to the fixture, helping the master to rinse the client's hair with high quality;
Mirror - one of the mandatory requirements for a hairdresser is the presence of mirrors. At the time of creating a haircut or hairstyle, the client wants to see himself. In addition, the mirror helps the master to choose the right haircut shape and observe the work process from different angles. Mirrors should have a large area;
Sushuar - used to dry the head after creating a hairstyle or haircut. This equipment is recommended to be installed in all hairdressing salons where they provide the service of creating hairstyles. This comfortable furniture can significantly reduce the time to get the result;
The master’s chair is the main feature - the absence of a back. This chair is designed for craftsmen performing their work while sitting. Many hairdressers are used to cutting clients while standing, but such a chair greatly facilitates the work, as it is able to be adjusted in height;
Trolley - is a cabinet on wheels, inside which it is necessary to place objects for haircuts, hairstyles, electrical equipment: hair dryers, curling irons, curlers;
The master’s table - is located under the mirror, the master puts tools on it, and also uses it as a storage place for accessories. The table is set exactly in the center of the mirror;
Upholstered furniture is an important part for the complete arrangement of hairdressing salons. Comfortable sofas allow you to carry out the waiting process in comfort;
Coffee table - necessary to accommodate guests in the lobby or hall. It often stores fashion magazines, and also offer a cup of coffee.

The choice of furniture is especially important in hairdressing, because the client makes a first impression due to the environment. It must comply with all the ideas and standards of a reputable institution.

Truck

Sushuar

Master table

Armchair

Coffee table

Upholstered furniture

The chair of the master

Washing

Mirror

Optional equipment

If the basic equipment includes the most necessary pieces of furniture, then the additional equipment of the salons is purchased based on the desire of the owners. It is worth noting that such accessories greatly facilitate the work of the master, as well as staying at the hairdresser's clients.

To increase the image of the cabin, be sure to purchase additional equipment. Convenience and quality of work are the main criteria for choosing a hairdresser.

An additional list of furniture includes:

Showcases
Laboratory cabinets;
Foot rests;
Hangers;
Reception desk.

Showcases are rarely used in an economy class hairdresser, but are widely distributed in salons that provide expensive services. They are used for demonstration and comfortable storage of various detergents, hair balms and other cosmetics. Often, shop windows are hung between the desktops of masters for quick access to materials.

Cabinets and laboratories are appropriate to use when the hairdresser is located in a small room and there is no place to store a large number of devices. Then roomy cabinets come to the rescue: they contain many shelves, open and closed. In addition, it is convenient to store hair dryers, combs, and paints here.

Foot rests are necessary to ensure a comfortable stay in the chair. If the client is offered such a service, he will return to the institution again. Stands are of two types: removable and stationary. The first option is attached to the master’s table in the lower part, the second is substituted under the legs during a haircut. It is necessary to equip the hairdresser with hangers in order to provide customers with convenient storage of outerwear and bags. It is important that the hangers are reliable and practical, withstand heavy loads.

Administrative racks are installed in solid hairdressers of the highest class. Such furniture in the hairdresser is necessary for registration of customers, timely notification of postponements of recording time. If you do not spare money and buy everything you need, the salon will make a good impression from the moment of opening.

Laboratory cabinet

Reception desk

Shop windows

Hangers

Footrest

Material requirements

No matter how authoritative the salon is, it should contain high-quality, strictly regulated furniture. For this, manufacturers use only proven materials. The raw materials for furniture in the hairdresser have a number of requirements.

Demand	Description	Appointment
Sanitization option	The materials from which the hairdresser and client’s chair is made, as well as other pieces of furniture, must comply with the standards. After completing work with one client, there are often no breaks, so the master should be able to quickly clean the chair and proceed with servicing the next client. The best option is quality leatherette.	The requirement applies to armchairs, chairs, sofas for the hall, banquets.
Strength	Upholstery fabrics and raw materials for the manufacture of professional equipment must be reliable. Quality fixtures can last for decades, and hairdressing sets of furniture made to the highest standards will be a convenient addition to the salon.	The requirement applies to upholstered furniture: armchairs, sofas at the reception, as well as to sinks, dryers and other professional equipment.
The convenience of use	If the furniture is equipped with serviceable adjustment mechanisms, as well as wheels for movement, the chances of its durability increase. It is worth paying attention to the mobility of mechanisms, handles, hinges and other accessories.	This criterion should be traced in each type of furniture, starting with an armchair and ending with a tool trolley.
Non-slip surfaces	The hairdresser often uses water. In case of accidental spraying, the surfaces of tables, bedside tables and even the floor become slippery. To avoid injuries, you need to select furniture with anti-slip qualities.	The requirement applies to cabinet furniture as well as flooring.

Given all the requirements, we can distinguish the basic materials for the equipment of the hairdresser - plastic, leatherette, metal, glass. The floor is best decorated with ceramic tiles or linoleum. Please note that for the selection of furniture in the children's hairdresser, the requirements will remain the same. The only difference in the items will be the colors and sizes.

Rules of care and sanitary standards

The rules and regulations for the care of furniture are determined by the list of requirements on the part of state authorities for the equipment of salons and hairdressers. These include the following indicators:

Mandatory availability of furniture that provides water procedures - for washing hair;
Furniture must undergo disinfection and sterilization cleaning mechanically or by chemical means;
Wet cleaning of equipment is carried out at least 2 times a day;
General cleaning should be done once a week;
2 square meters of space are allocated for one drying installation;
The distance between the seats should be 1.3 m.

Furniture for the hairdresser in the salon should be regularly cleaned, in addition, there are a number of basic rules, the observance of which not only extends the service life, but prevents the occurrence of checks.

In order to properly operate furniture, it is necessary to consider a number of nuances for caring for it, in particular for various surfaces:

Products from chipboard - tables, tables. It is allowed to use polishes, after which they must be wiped with a dry cloth;
Wooden planes, including veneer. Do not allow situations of exposure to liquids on the plane of wooden tables, over time, the product will lose its original beauty and functionality;
Lacquered materials for furniture. The planes are cleaned using special tools using a dry cloth or suede. It is worth noting that the influence of direct sunlight on varnished materials will provoke their fading;
Care for metal surfaces - legs of chairs, dryers and sinks should be carried out with non-abrasive tools and materials;
Glass planes - special compositions for glasses are used to clean them.

High-quality furniture for a hairdresser is the key to successful customer acquisition and comfortable work of masters. When purchasing furniture, pay attention to its functionality and compliance.