When the time for a bathroom makeover comes, you will want to give your best in order to make sure you are choosing the perfect decor designs to create a beautiful bathroom area. Whether you decide to go traditional, modern, or something in-between, the vanity unit plays a vital role in the overall look, so it is important to choose a model that will blend with the rest of your décor.
With so many bathroom vanity units to choose from, selecting the right one can be quite confusing. Our guide will help you get started.
Placement and Storage
Choose a spot for your vanity that won’t block the bathroom door or shower door swing. Make sure the surrounding areas are accessible for cleaning, and if the vanity has doors, make sure there is enough space around it for foot traffic even when the doors are open.
Another factor to take into consideration is the architectural features of your bathroom – is there any window close to the vanity spot? Will it allow a mirror and wall cabinets above the vanity? Keep in mind that although the vanity plays an important role in regard to the functionality of the bathroom, the space around it should not be obstructed by it.
To help you find out how much storage space you’ll need as part of your vanity unit, make a list of what you want to keep in it. Hanging vanities with drawers provide a good amount of storage, since they take advantage of the usually unused space around the plumbing. If you decide to go with a small vanity cabinet, consider adding extra storage space like a basket on top of the counter, as shown in the photo below.
You can find a whole variety of bathroom vanity units online that are both sleek, unique and as compact as can be – the perfect combination for a wise decision maker.
Material and Colour
Remember that bathrooms are the place where humidity is inevitable n a daily basis, especially if your family counts more members. Therefore, the vanity you choose should be able to withstand those conditions. Laminates, thermofoil and wood veneers are good choices for bathrooms.
For the vanity top, it is highly recommendable to choose a durable material as well. Actually, if you are redoing the entire bathroom, choose the vanity top first – it is easier to find a cabinet to match a unique countertop than trying to find a top to match a unique cabinet.
As far as colours go, if you choose plain white, you must bare in mind that you’ll have to wipe the surface several times per daily, whereas if it is a mixture of 2 colours, as in it shown in the picture above, or if you simply stray away from white surface, you won’t need to bother with every tiny bit of dust.
