The Ultimate Bathroom Vanity Buyer’s Guide (Year-End Edition)
This bathroom vanity buyer’s guide distills everything we’ve learned this year—sizes, sink types, storage, lighting, and installation—so you can choose the perfect piece with confidence. We’ll link to key categories so you can jump straight to shopping when you’re ready.
1) Size: Start with the Room
| Common Widths | Best For | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 24–30″ | Powder/guest baths | Max landing zone with a single sink vanity. |
| 33–36″ | Compact primaries | Flexible storage; works floating or freestanding. |
| 48–60″ | Mid-size baths | Single for calm counters; or double sink if sharing. |
| 72–84″ | Primary suites | Symmetry, storage, and parallel routines. |
2) Platform: Floating vs. Freestanding
Wall-Mounted / Floating
Visually lighter and easier to clean underneath. See wall-mounted vanities.
Freestanding
Furniture presence and enclosed storage. Explore freestanding vanities.
3) Sink Type: Single, Double, or Vessel
- Single sink vanity: maximum landing zone; great for powder/guest baths and calm aesthetics.
- Double sink vanity: best for busy primaries and parallel routines.
- Vessel sink vanities: sculptural look; choose low-profile bowls and confirm faucet clearance.
4) Storage & Organization
- Full-extension drawers, soft-close hinges, and divider-ready interiors.
- U-shaped top drawers around plumbing protect capacity.
- Recessed medicine cabinets to reclaim counter space.
5) Finishes, Tops & Hardware
- Finishes: matte white, charcoal, black, walnut, or light oak.
- Tops: subtle-vein quartz or solid surface for low maintenance.
- Hardware: brushed nickel for calm; brass for warmth; matte black for crisp contrast.
6) Lighting & Mirrors
Warm LEDs (2700–3000K), dimmers for evening wind-down, and either twin mirrors with flanking sconces or a single panoramic LED mirror for even light. For visual ideas, browse Houzz.
7) Installation Essentials
- Maintain 30–36 inches of front clearance.
- Center rough plumbing/electrical to preserve drawers and symmetry.
- Block for floating units; confirm finished heights before tile.
- Seal splash zones; use non-abrasive cleaners.
8) Ready to Shop?
Jump into categories and filter by size and style:
- Wall-mounted / floating vanities
- Freestanding vanities
- Single sink vanities • Double sink vanities
- Vessel sink vanities
- Shop by size
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