Bathroom vanities are available in a wide variety of styles and materials. Whatever vision you have in mind, we can help.

 

Measuring Your Space

A bathroom vanity is the focal point of your bathroom. If you are remodeling, choosing the right piece can be difficult.

The first thing you will want to do is measure the space in which you plan to place your vanity. This will ensure that whatever size you decide on, it will fit perfectly in the location that you have chosen.

• You will have to have enough working space for door openings such as the entrance, shower door, cabinet drawers, trim, etc. 

• Don’t forget about mirrors, cabinets, electrical outlets and switches, and plumbing placement.

• Your plumbing might limit the width of your vanity and adjusting the plumbing design will require more time, materials, and labor.

• Standard building code compliance requires at least 18 inches from the cabinet edge to the center of the toilet.

• Measure out dimensions for vanity cabinets with and without tops. These are the typical dimensions.

• Countertop height: 31 inches/ personal preference

• Width: 24, 30, 36, 48, 60, 72 inches

• Depth: 17 - 24 inches

• When buying a vanity without a countertop add 1” to the width and the depth of the vanity cabinet for the separate countertop. 

• Be sure to include space for fillers if you plan on using them. A filler strip is a piece of wood used next to a vanity to fill any gap that's between the vanity and the wall.

Bathroom Vanity Styles

Sink Type

There are two main types of bathroom vanities, freestanding and built-in. Built-in vanities are designed for larger spaces and provide more countertop space and storage than freestanding units.

When picking a vanity, you’ll need to consider the sink shape and type. Sink shapes include round, oval, square and rectangular. The types of sink include:

• Undermounted Sinks - These sinks are mounted underneath the countertop.
• Drop-In Sinks: This sink's edge lie on top of the countertop while the base is under the counter.
• Vessel Sinks: This sink rests completely on top of the counter.
• Wall-Mounted Sinks: These sinks are more space efficient and are great for small spaces.

Other vanity options include:

• Floating Vanities: These vanity cabinets do not have legs and are mounted to the wall. They will make your bathroom feel more spacious.
• Corner Vanities: If you are struggling with space, a corner vanity will work well, but they are often limited with counter space. 
• Double Sink Vanities: Are you sharing your bathroom with a partner? A double vanity will allow you to have your own sink. These vanities are larger than others so make sure to accommodate for their size. 

Tops

Bathroom vanities are often sold with countertops at the ready. However options are often limited. Many manufacturers will provide a countertop-less option for those who wish to further customize. 

Common countertop materials include solid surface, glass, cultured stone, and natural stone. 

Hardware

Verify what is included with your bathroom vanity. Most will often include handles for the doors and drawers. 

Wood Type

Wood can range from basic engineered wood to luxurious woods such as oak or maple.

Mirrors

Vanities will sometime have matching mirrors offered as options that will pair perfectly and complete your bathroom. 

Faucets

Most vanities will not include faucets so you will have to shop separately to complete your new piece. The most common types of faucet types are centerset and widspread.

Centerset faucets are made for 4 inch 3 hole installation basins. They combine a spout and valves on one base. They may have one mixing lever or two handles on a 6 inch plate.

Widespread Faucets have separate hot and cold water handles. The spout and handles are all separate units. They are available in 6 to 16 inch drillings for 3-hole predrilled installation basins.