Bathroom Vanities

As the centerpiece to your bathroom, bathroom sink vanities can add a great deal of style and elegance. In addition to style, bathroom vanities offer much needed storage space. The bathroom 'vanity' includes everything from the faucets, the basin(s), the countertop, and the mirror(s).

Materials and Styles
Stone and marble bathroom vanities are very popular because of their style and durability. Wood vanities, while not as durable, are popular for their warm, traditional feel and country-style look. More contemporary styles feature bathroom sink vanities manufactured from frosted glass, and stainless steel. You will also want to choose your mirrors and fixtures according to your bathroom vanity style. More traditional mirrors are framed ovals or squares, while contemporary mirrors are often circular and unframed, but sometimes featuring stainless steel or colorful frames.

Size
One of the most important decisions when choosing your bathroom sink vanity is its size. One of the biggest pet peeves with bathroom vanities is that they are often too low to the ground. Be sure not to overlook this important factor. Discuss with your significant other what the appropriate height would be to fit both your needs. Otherwise, the width dimensions are based entirely on your tastes and the space you have available. If you share your space, you will also want to decide whether you want double basins and mirrors, or one wall-sized mirror.

Installation
For the handier types, installation of a simple bathroom vanity should be a breeze. With a moderate amount of tools and a free Saturday afternoon, you can update your bathroom with a stylish new vanity. For those of you who are not so good with your hands, see a professional about getting your new bathroom vanity installed.

Simple Solutions
You always have the option of simply painting or refinishing your current bathroom sink vanity if your budget and/or handiwork skills aren't up for the task. Just remember that your bathroom is a perpetually damp environment as well as a tight space without much ventilation, so you will want to choose paint with good adhesion and be sure to open a window.