Make the bathroom vanity the pièce de résistance in your room. The mirror above a vanity tends to draw the eye, making it a natural focal point. The vanity also tends to determine the style and feel of the bathroom. When it comes to function, the vanity needs to play a couple of different roles. Primarily, the vanity holds the sink and conceals all the plumbing. Second to that, it can offer bathroom storage depending on the structure you choose. Below are some things to consider when selecting your bathroom vanity.

Assess your bathroom vanity needs 

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Powder room, guest bath, or ensuite? You will need more or less counter space and storage depending on the type of bathroom.

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Large bathroom or small? If the bathroom is small, you will want to find a vanity that keeps as much floor space free as possible to make the room feel larger. You will also want to look for clever storage solutions.

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Two sinks or one? Generally only relevant for ensuites, consider whether this is required and if you and your partner tend to use the bathroom/vanity space at the same time. Some people enjoy the two-sink option as it feels like a bit of a luxury to have your own sink basin.

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Storage needs. Bathroom storage generally falls into the following categories: medicine products; cosmetic/hygiene products; bathroom cleaning products; bath towels and toilet paper. Consider how much you need to store of each and ensure that you have a designated area for it. Things like towels and cosmetic products don’t necessarily need to be hidden away and can be displayed nicely in baskets on shelves or under counters.

Choose the look of your bathroom vanity

Whether practical, traditional, modern, trendy or romantic, your bathroom vanity can speak volumes. Consider some of the following styles when choosing your bathroom vanity.

Pedestal sink vanities:

Pedestal vanities work wonders in small bathrooms and are about as elegant as you can get. They are also easier to clean under and around, leaving a maximum amount of clear floor space, which you can still use for storage.

Vessel sinks:

Vessel sinks have proven popular for a few reasons. While thoroughly modern in their current design, the concept of the vessel sink speaks back to the days when washbasins were placed on standalone cabinets. They also offer sculptural beauty and can nicely offset the contrasting cabinet material.

Drop in sinks:

Drop in sinks offer a similar advantage to vessel sinks in that a white porcelain sink will enhance any wood cabinetry that you have underneath. Drop in sinks can be a bit easier to clean around and you can maintain the same height between your counter space and the top of the sink.

Period style vanities:

To create a feeling of grandeur in your master bath, consider a period style vanity. Sculpted cornices, classic materials and detailed moldings will add distinction to your bathroom. A period style vanity is a good choice if you have an older home. From art deco, to American Shaker, to Victorian, to 19^th century farmhouse or classic colonial, a period style vanity can create the graceful and distinct bathroom you desire. We recommend Vanico-Maronyx and Fairmont Designs for their selection of period style vanities.

Our recommended bathroom vanities:

 LindenCraft recommends Fairmont Designs and Vanico-Maronyx as our preferred vanity manufacturers. We recommend them for their quality of craftsmanship, distinguished design and outstanding service reputation.

Fairmont Designs

Fairmont Designs have been creating products that stir the imagination and bringing life to home furnishing dreams for twenty-five years. Their collections embrace design themes ranging from traditional to transitional, contemporary to rustic, sophisticated to casual. They are headquartered in California.

Vanico-Maronyx

Vanico-Maronyx has over twenty-five years of expertise in bathroom furniture and fixtures. They create a variety of bathroom components for an all-inclusive design while offering personalization at the manufacturing level. Vanico-Maronyx has a firm commitment to quality and have built a reputation on their innovative design. They are headquartered in Quebec.