Free Standing Oak Bathroom Cabinet – B2B Specification

Free standing oak bathroom cabinets are specified for commercial washrooms where durability, aesthetic consistency, and ease of installation are required.

Typical units consist of a solid oak carcass, adjustable shelving, and integrated door hardware.

Design and Dimensions

Cabinet height is commonly configured between 800 mm and 900 mm to align with standard vanity tops and accessible reach ranges.

Width options typically range from 400 mm for single‑module units to 1200 mm for double‑bay configurations, with depth fixed at 460 mm to accommodate plumbing clearances.

Overall mass varies with size; a 800 mm × 600 mm × 460 mm unit weighs approximately 28 kg, facilitating manual handling during installation.

Material Selection and Oak Properties

The carcass uses quarter‑sawn white oak, selected for its straight grain and dimensional stability under fluctuating humidity.

Moisture content is kiln‑dried to 8 % ± 2 %, reducing the risk of swelling or shrinkage in bathroom environments.

Surface hardness, measured by Janka rating, averages 1360 lbf, providing resistance to impact from cleaning equipment.

Construction Methods

Panels are joined with mortise‑and‑tenon corners reinforced by concealed stainless‑steel brackets, delivering a shear strength exceeding 2.5 kN per joint.

Shelves are supported by nickel‑plated steel pins that allow 25 mm vertical adjustment increments, supporting a uniformly distributed load of up to 150 N per shelf.

Door hinges are concealed full‑wrap European style, rated for 100,000 cycles without sag.

Surface Finish and Moisture Protection

Exterior faces receive a two‑stage UV‑cured polyurethane coating, 60 µm dry film thickness, providing a gloss level of 70 ± 5 GU.

Edges are sealed with a matching oak veneer tape and hot‑melt adhesive, achieving a water vapour transmission rate below 0.5 g/(m²·24 h) at 38 °C.

Interior surfaces are left unfinished to allow vapor exchange, reducing condensation buildup behind stored items.

Load Capacity and Structural Performance

Static testing of the cabinet frame applies an 800 N vertical load at the top surface, measuring deflection under 2 mm.

Lateral rigidity is evaluated by applying a 150 N side load at mid‑height; measured drift remains under 1.5 mm.

These values meet the performance criteria outlined in EN 14749 for domestic kitchen furniture, adapted for bathroom use.

Typical Applications in Commercial Bathrooms

Installed in hotel guest bathrooms, the cabinet provides consistent appearance across multiple rooms while allowing quick replacement of damaged units.

In healthcare facilities, the oak finish complies with low‑VOC emission standards, supporting indoor air quality requirements.

Educational dormitories specify the unit for its resistance to frequent cleaning cycles and ability to withstand occasional impact from luggage.

Customization Options

Dimensions can be adjusted in 50 mm increments for height and width, subject to structural validation.

Hardware selections include brushed chrome, matte black, or PVD‑finished brass pulls, each rated for 200 000 actuation cycles.

Finish options extend to stained oak (light, medium, dark) or a clear matte sealant, with color matching available upon request.

Quality Control and Testing

Each batch undergoes moisture content verification using a capacitance meter, accepting only readings between 6 % and 10 %.

Dimensional inspection is performed on a CNC‑gauged fixture, confirming height, width, and depth tolerances of ±0.5 mm.

Adhesion testing is performed via cross‑hatch method (ASTM D3359), requiring a minimum rating of 4B.

Packaging and Shipping

Units are packed in double‑wall corrugated cartons with internal polyethylene corner protectors, achieving a drop test height of 800 mm per ISTA‑1A.

Cartons are palletized, stretch‑wrapped, and labelled with QR codes linking to the product data sheet and installation guide.

For overseas shipments, a heat‑treated wooden pallet conforming to ISPM‑15 is used to satisfy phytosanitary regulations.

Lead Time and Ordering Process

Standard lead time for stock‑size cabinets is 3‑4 weeks from receipt of approved technical drawings.

Custom dimensions or finish variations extend the schedule to 5‑6 weeks, including prototype approval and tooling setup.

Quotations require submission of project dimensions, hardware preferences, and finish specifications; a detailed CAD layout is returned for confirmation.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Can dimensions be customized? – Yes, in 50 mm increments with structural review.
• What information is required before quotation? – Project dimensions, hardware choice, finish type.
• What materials are available? – Quarter‑sawn white oak carcass, optional veneer, stainless‑steel hardware.
• How is quality inspected? – Moisture content, dimensional tolerance, finish adhesion per ASTM standards.
• What packaging methods are available? – Double‑wall cartons with corner protectors, palletized for LTL or FCL.
• How are export shipments protected? – ISPM‑15 heat‑treated pallets, stretch‑wrap, and moisture‑barrier liners.
• What is the typical production lead time? – 3‑4 weeks for standard sizes, 5‑6 weeks for custom.
• How are samples arranged? – Sample units shipped via express courier upon receipt of a signed NDA.

Contact our engineering team for technical data sheets, pricing, or to discuss project‑specific requirements via the inquiry form.