Beautiful Bathroom Vanity Units

Bathroom vanity units are a huge focal point in any bathroom and come in a variety of designs and materials. Vanities are great for storage and improve the appearance of your bathroom by hiding plumbing, cleaning products, appliances and grooming products. Before purchasing a vanity things to consider are height, style, storage space, materials, finishes and construction.

Standard heights range from 31” to 36”. 36’is a good choice for if you are tall because it is easy on the back. Check cabinet quality before you buy. Make sure drawers open smoothly and are sturdy. Choose finished interiors and if there are shelves make sure they are adjustable. A sturdy solid wood cabinet with a plywood case is a good choice that stands up to bathroom moisture problems. The finish that you choose defines your personal design style. Mahogany, cherry, oak, and maple are some of the wood finishes that are available. Paint and glaze can also be used. If you are on a budget try refinishing your old unit; or replace your cabinet.

There are many available options for storage in your bathroom such as medicine cabinets, vanities, wall cabinets, shelves and linen cabinets. Medicine cabinets offer quick access to everyday items and keeps medicine out of the reach of young children. Linen cabinets are tall, narrow and take advantage of floor to ceiling space. Adding shelves is an economical way to add storage space while provide a place to store towels and linens.

There are two types of bathroom vanity units; stock or custom made. Stock vanities are preassembled, factory made units that are usually cheaper than custom made. Sizes, styles and finishes are limited. Custom cabinets are built to order and are designed to your specifications. When shopping for custom made vanities, contact your cabinetmaker allow six to eight weeks from design to delivery.

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