What is the difference between barber shop furnishings and hair salon furnishings?

The style-conscious man appreciates good beard care and a perfectly tailored haircut and enjoys being pampered with a beauty treatment at a men’s salon. However, a barbershop requires different furniture than a traditional hair salon. Here are the differences:

• Barber chairs instead of styling chairs. Barber chairs are large, often lavishly upholstered, and resemble an armchair. This allows men to truly relax while the barber tends to their beard and haircut.
• A solid barber styling station instead of a minimalist styling table. In hair salons, the styling station tends to be minimalist and usually consists of a narrow shelf and a mirror. At the barber shop, the workstation is made of more substantial materials and offers many compartments for grooming products and work equipment
• Forward-facing sinks instead of backward-facing sinks. In hair salons, the washing stations are a separate area, distinct from the styling stations. The washing stations are equipped with backward-facing sinks. However, these are rather unsuitable for washing beards. This is why barbers use forward-facing sinks. Barber sinks are often located directly at the workstation.

What kind of barber shop equipment does a barber need?

The highlight of the barber shop interior is the stylish barber chairs. Just looking at them screams “men’s wellness”! Large, made of dark leather, and lavishly upholstered for heavenly seating comfort.

Of course, a proper barber station is essential for the classic men’s chair. With plenty of compartments, a mirror, and a forward-facing sink, you’ll have everything you need as a barber to provide your customers with the perfect beard care.

As additional barbershop furniture, you can, for example, place a reception desk at the entrance to house the cash register and related equipment, as well as a waiting area with comfortable armchairs and one or two shelves or display cases where you can showcase barbershop accessories and additional products for beard care or men’s cosmetics. The space can also be used for decorative elements to highlight your interior design style.

What should be considered when furnishing a barber shop?

As a barber, you need more than just special furniture. It’s also important to maintain your style throughout. If you opt for retro barber chairs, make sure everything else matches that style. This way, you create a cohesive overall concept. The same applies, of course, if you choose a modern barbershop interior.

Stylish barbers: In addition to the furnishings, interior design is just as important for creating a cool atmosphere. Whether you opt for a black-and-white interior design, go for an industrial look with lots of metal and black, or prefer a style with a U.S. vibe, make sure the built-in elements harmonize to perfectly complement your salon.

Order your exclusive barbershop furniture from the SALONDESIGN 24 online shop:

You can find the barber chairs and barber stations you absolutely need as a barber online in our shop or in our showrooms in Schweinfurt and Berlin. Our selection includes various materials, colors, and designs, so you’re sure to find the perfect fit for your salon’s interior.

And if you’re unsure or don’t yet have a detailed concept for your barbershop If you have any questions, we’d be happy to assist you with planning, furnishing, and design. Let us advise you.