The bathroom vanity – among the different bathroom elements out there, is considered the most essential. It is easy to believe, as many vanity units serve a double function: containing the sink or basin and holding cupboards and drawers underneath to serve as valuable space for storage. As for the unit, you can either go with a vanity you can build from scratch, or you can go with a ready-made unit, a modern take on the bathroom vanity, which is a real space-saver (and more affordable).
Whichever one you go for, however, there are aspects you need to consider first before choosing one to make sure of your choice in the end. So what are the most important aspects to consider when selecting your bathroom vanity?
Let’s find out.
Who Will Use It?
The first question you should ask yourself is this – who will be using it? For example, if you have a one-bathroom home, make sure the material is strong and sturdy enough for the entire family to use. If you are to have it in the master bathroom, why not consider a two-person vanity or a vanity with a double sink? Hence, you have enough space for you and your partner to do your thing in the morning.
What Are The Obstacles?
Another thing you might want to consider is any obstacles to the vanity’s placement and size. Once you’ve considered the plumbing and its location, the next aspect you have to be concerned about is whether or not there are any obstacles to it. For instance, does the door’s swing interfere with the vanity’s placement? What about the shower door and the toilet? Ensure the vanity’s placement does not impede any other element or fixture in the bathroom, and be mindful of the traffic flow.
The point is to work closely with a decorator or contractor to determine the correct measurements on how wide and long your vanity should be. For instance, you may find that a wall-mounted one can help you utilize the available space, whilst one mounted on the corner is a better option for small spaces.
What Do You Need in Terms of Storage?
Everyone knows that to best utilize a bathroom vanity, choose one with ample storage. But what do you need in terms of storage? Remember that you can change your vanity’s configuration to fit what you need, and you can choose from the many furniture vanity units available that are all ready-made to fit your requirements.
Note that cupboard doors and drawers will have to have more space as they swing out or extend outwards, so choose the option that works best with your placement and the bathroom’s layout.
What is Best When It Comes to Hardware?
You will also have to select from a wide array of taps and basin styles, so choose wisely. It’s best to select a combination of style, elegance, and functionality. When choosing the style of the basin you want, think about the amount of space on the counter you need – much of this space will already be taken up by the basin, so think carefully about what to do with the rest of the space.
You can also choose amongst different options for mounting the vanity, be it floor-or wall-mounted ones or floating vanities or corner-mounted ones – but as always, check that there is enough space for your storage needs.
