Choosing a shampoo basin or hairdressing wash unit

That’s it! You’re set to open your hairdressing salon in a few weeks’ time, and all that’s left is to sort out the furniture – in particular, the shampoo basin (a ‘hairdressing wash unit’, in other words).

Mysalondecoiffure, the leading online supplier of hairdressing furniture, is here to offer advice to help you choose a hairdressing chair that meets your salon’s needs. Let’s get started!

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What makes a suitable professional shampoo basin?

The shampoo basin is an essential piece of equipment in any hairdressing salon. As every service begins at this station, where shampooing, treatments and colouring are carried out, it’s important to choose it carefully.

A good shampoo basin is ergonomic, meaning it doesn’t obstruct the walkway and has a basin large enough to allow you to move freely.

Speaking of hairdressing sinks, it is advisable to choose a tilting or swivelling model, so that it can be adjusted to suit the client and provide them with real comfort. This will also prevent you from splashing water on their back whilst shampooing, which is something you shouldn’t overlook if you want to build customer loyalty!

Finally, to offer your clients a relaxing experience, you could opt for a chair fitted with a leg rest and a reclining backrest, so they can lie back. In this case, the height of the basin is usually adjustable.

Other features are available on the market: footrests, massage seats, MP3 players, soothing ‘emotional’ colour displays…

How can you be sure to choose the right shampoo basin?

Now that we know more about what makes a good shampoo basin and the features available on the market, the question to ask is: which hairdressing shampoo basin should I choose for my salon?

To answer this, you need to take several factors into account, such as: your budget, space constraints, the décor and, finally, the clientele of your hairdressing salon.

As far as price is concerned, there are now (particularly at Mysalondecoiffure) affordable, high-quality wash units available that combine ergonomics and comfort. Setting a specific budget in advance will help you narrow down your options and see which additional features (leg rests, massage seats, etc.) you might want to consider.

Once you’ve done this, consider the profile of your clientele. Depending on the location of your salon (in which town? Which neighbourhood?) and the image you wish to project, your customers’ expectations may vary.

Make sure you have a clear picture of your typical clientele before purchasing that ultra-luxurious chair fitted with the very latest technology!

Next comes the question of space: if you have limited space, make the most of it and opt for compact chairs, or even a double shampoo basin to save space.

Finally, one last important criterion: choose a chair whose shape and colours harmonise with your interior design style! Chic, classic, trendy, industrial or baroque? Neutral tones or something more colourful? Make the choice that fits best!

And don’t forget: whatever your choice, at Mysalondecoiffure you’ll find a very wide selection of customisable shampoo basins (choose from 6 to 12 colours and finishes!) in every style, all offering excellent value for money. Many of our models are available in several versions, each with its own specific features. You’ll even find shiatsu massage shampoo basins!

Please don’t hesitate to contact us for any further information.