Different Sizes Of Bathroom Vanities
Bathroom vanities come in different widths and you also have choices with respect to the height in some cases. The most common width is 30 inches. Depending upon your bathroom size and the placement of the vanity you can choose the size of your need. Just make sure you get the specifications right, its best to use a measurement tape to get an idea of the area you want the bathroom vanity to cover. Unless you want a really small bathroom vanity, it's better to look for one in the range of 35-39 inches. You are likely to get a bathroom vanity of your liking for less than 600$ in this size range. You can also have a look at the 40-44 inches collection, there will not be a huge price difference between the former and the latter size. If a corner of your bathroom extends to 60 inches then a 40-44 inch bathroom vanity would look much better. You can place a towel stand or a medicine cabinet to occupy the rest of the space.When you are shopping for bathroom vanities online you will find that they are well categorized into the different sizes available, for example the categorization can be as below
- Under 30 inch Vanity
- 30-34 inches
- 35-39 inches
- 40-44 inches
- 45-59 inches
- More than 60 inches
Lets have a look see at the various pros and cons of the different sizes of bathroom vanities. Depending on your taste, you bathroom size and the placement you require you will need to make a judicious choice on the size of the bathroom vanity.
Under 30 inch Bathroom Vanity
The bathroom vanities in this size would also be referred to as small bathroom vanities. They are single sink and usually have a sink as part of the vanity itself. There are various designs available in this range, the most common is where there is no countertop but a sink placed on the cabinet or a stand. These sinks are great placement outside your bathroom, maybe a facility near your dining table which allows people to wash their hands before sitting down to a meal or after a meal. Unless you have space issue in your bathroom you would be better off going in for a 30-34 inch bathroom vanity
30-34 inch bathroom vanity
This is perfect for a midsize bathroom. These bathroom vanities would come with a single sink and countertop placed atop a vanity cabinet. There is more room for design and you get see several stylish looking bathroom vanities in this range. Most of these bathroom vanities would be in a price range of 500-1000$ and would be ideal for any single sink design.
35-39 inch bathroom vanity
A trade off between a large bathroom vanity and small bathroom vanity. If you have a mid size bathroom or slightly above mid size, then this range might suit you better. If your bathroom can accommodate this size comfortably without giving it a congested appearance you can go for this size instead of a 30-34 inch bathroom vanity as there will very little cost difference, maybe to a tune of a 100$ or so.
40-44 inch/45-59 inch/above 60 inches bathroom vanity
These are large size bathroom vanities but they may not have the space to accommodate a double sink, depends on the sink size though. It makes more sense to have a good spacing between two sinks if they are installed on the same vanity (see the discussion below on double sink bathroom vanities). This size can turn out of be awkard in a mid size bathroom giving it a congested appearance. In a above mid size bathroom a single sink bathroom vanity in this size range would look well suited. These bathroom vanities come in luxurious design and are expensive usually in the price range of above 1000$.
Double sink bathroom vanities
When you go for bathroom vanities which are wider than 60 inches it would a double sink one. Double sink bathroom vanities would cost you more than 1200$. Depending upon you bathroom size and requirements you can decide on buying a double sink bathroom vanity. It gives a royal look for sure and it has its utility. You and your partner can use the bathroom at the same time, it can be a time saver in the mornings. Space is a constraint when it comes to double sink bathroom vanities so make sure there is enough space of all the other accessories, you don't want to end up giving a congested look to your bathroom. A bathroom even if its large would look congested if its filled with furniture. Its always a good idea to allow as much free space as possible in your bathroom. Unless you have your mind set on a double sink bathroom vanity it always a better choice to go for a more expensive single sink bathroom vanity in comparison. In the price range of 1200$ and above, which you are ready to shell out for your double sink bathroom vanity, you can end up getting a really artistic single sink bathroom vanity. Give a lot of thought to this aspect it can well be the reason why you might end up getting dissatisfied even after shelling out so much money, remember double sink vanities look huge and if your bathroom size does not match up to it then there will be the illusion of congestion which you will have to live with.