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5 expert advice to get the ideal vanity for your home

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The bathroom is a small part of your home, but it also plays a crucial role in making it completely functional. It may be a private area but that doesn’t mean that you should not make it look beautiful. With some creative ideas and guidance, it is very easy to make a perfect bathroom by putting together proper elements. Following are some useful tips which can help you to design a stylish bathroom vanity.

Placement access

It is important to choose a perfect place in your bathroom where the vanity will not mess with traffic or cause hindrance in opening the bathroom doors or windows. While deciding on a spot, consider the architectural features like ensuring that any nearby windows allow for a mirror or cabinets over the vanity. Also, keep in mind that the vanity should not be very far from bathroom fixtures as plumbing may cause you additional investment.

Materials

Vanity is often found in an environment which is wet, humid and busy. So, it is necessary to choose a material for your vanity which does not get damaged in such an environment. BWP ply or HDHMR with veneers and laminate finish are the most appropriate materials which interior experts often recommend. Choose a long-lasting vanity top as well, and avoid materials with hard-to-clean grout. If you are renovating the complete bathroom, always select a vanity top first as it is easier to find matching tiles and cabinets than trying to find a top that matches a unique tile.

Storage

The items you are going to store in your vanity will decide how much space you will need. Organise everything based on what you need to have within your reach and what can be stored nearby. This will give you an idea of what to store and where to place it. Vanities with drawers provide good storage space, as they mostly use the unused area around plumbing fixtures.

Size scale

When selecting a vanity, always check out the size of your bathroom first. Fitting a big size vanity into a small bathroom is not practical, regardless of your storage needs. The amount of storage a homeowner requires will impact the size of the vanity, but it is crucial to prioritise the size of the room. By evaluating your lifestyle, the right size for the vanity will be decided. Additionally, consider who will be using the vanity and choose a proper height.

Custom designs

There are a wide variety of vanity designs available in the market, but many interior designers advise you to get a customized one as per your storage needs and interior design. Customized ones don’t need to always be more expensive than readymade ones, plus they offer endless choices in terms of designs and storage.

On the other hand, it is not required to always put your sink or bowl in the middle. Placing it slightly off-centre allows more counter space. Putting electric points into a cabinet can be a nice touch as well allowing you to keep hair dryers, toothbrushes, and other necessities ready to go.

After you have figured out all the necessary tips, you can now get the vanity of your dreams for your bathroom. Once you have finalised the design, additional elements like colour, fixtures, finishes and so on can be decided now. Still, if you feel like you need help to design your vanity, take the help of an interior designer. At Nexus Interio, we offer free design help to all of our customers. With the right guidance, you can have your ideal bathroom vanity in no time!