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Sink And Vanity Finishes
Modern vanities are vital bathroom components that provide practical storage and spaces and visual appeal. Other than providing plumbing and fixtures, vanities also make bathrooms clean and organized as they also provide storage spaces for various bathroom contents. Today, there are wide selections of sink vanities on the market; some pieces could be purchased for as low as $50, while others that are made from high-quality materials are sold for $5,000 or more. Basically, there is no best style when it comes to vanities since there are wide varieties of designs that could complement different bathrooms; written below are the most common kinds of vanities.
First in line are wall-mounted modern vanities. These pieces are perhaps the most common types of vanities usually incorporated in small urban houses where bathroom spaces are usually tight. As their name implies, wall-mounted vanities are positioned on walls without floor support. They are installed on walls with the aid of hanger brackets attached to the wall and wall back ups, while their plumbing and supply lines can either be exposed or concealed behind the walls depending on the owners desired effect.
Vessel sink cabinets are relatively new additions to bathroom vanity designs. In this form of vanity, the sink is situated atop a countertop held by a floor vanity base, which is fastened to a wall for firm sitting. The vanity sink, as its name suggest, is a vessel or bowl shape basin into which a faucet pours in water, while the floor vanity contain cabinets for storage purposes. The vessel may be constructed from different materials such as glass, porcelain and granite to name a few.
A pedestal vanity, just like wall-mounted vanities, is a contemporary vanity design that suits smaller bath spaces. As its name implies, such form of vanity is a stand alone fixture that cradles the sink on top of a pedestal that is usually fastened to the wall for immovability. The supply lines and plumbing are hidden in the pedestal, which makes it sleek to look at. This vanity usually comes as a set, complete with faucet, detached mirror, sink, towel rack, ptrap and drain.
Contemporary vanity with cabinets is more like high-quality furniture especially made for bathroom that could hold all types of sink such as vessel sink, drop-in sink, undermount sink, and surface mounted sink. It can either be a single sink or double sink vanity, but it is larger compared to other types of vanities, which is why it is commonly seen in large bathrooms like those in hotels. It typically has a solid countertop that can be made from marble, granite, solid wood and metal among others. The good thing about this type of vanity is that it integrates the mirror, sink and cabinets in a single fixture.
All in all, there's a wide variety of modern vanities that could suit any bathroom space and design. If you are about to purchase a vanity, always look at the design and materials that could blend well with your bathroom's overall design. Always go for a fixture that would suit your budget but also try to look at the quality of your choice. With the selections available in the market, for sure you'll never run out of vanity designs that would produce consistent appearance that would tie your bathroom together.
Modern vanities are multifunctional bathroom fixtures. Other than making the bathroom look more appealing, they are secure platforms that hold the sink, mirrors and cabinets together. A contemporary vanity is also a storage fixture that allows homeowners to keep their bath spaces organized and clutter-free. The good thing about vanities is that they come in various designs that could complement any bathroom size and style. Some hold cabinets like vessel sink cabinets, while others have space-saving finishes like wall-mounted vanities.
Published July 24th, 2010
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