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One of the most common questions we receive from our clients is:

What material are your vanities made from?

Though the answer is a simple one, the response we get from clients can be at times frustrating. There are many myths about bathroom cabinetry material type. The goal of this article is to help educate you on this subject and provide clarification.

Bathroom vanity cabinets can be manufactured from many materials including solid hardwood, MDF (medium density fiberboard), laminate, and glass, just to name a few.

Here are a few advantages and disadvantages to each:

Solid Hardwood

You will pay a much higher price for a vanity made from solid hardwood. Solid hardwood needs to be laminated together matching grain and color. It must also be adequately dried to prevent warping. There is a higher waste factor in the manufacturing process. You can easily determine if a vanity is made from solid hardwood by looking at the interior finish; if the inside of the vanity has a stain finish, it is made from solid wood; if it is painted, it is made from MDF.

MDF (Medium Density Fiberboard)

MDF is a composite wood product made out of wood waste fibers glued together with resin, heat, and pressure. MDF is used in many applications because it is smooth, uniform, and won’t warp with a quality paint or finish. MDF is appropriate for bathroom cabinetry because it is more stable with changing humidity levels (no swelling or shrinking). MDF has gained popularity because it has a lower impact on the environment as compared to lumber because it is made from leftover scraps that would otherwise be dumped into a landfill.  Read more...

When you’re building a new house with a new bathroom, or else refurbishing your bathroom, one of the most important decisions you have to make is the bathroom vanity that you choose. Bathroom vanities come in many different shapes, sized and styles, and it pays to know a little about them before you start shopping for vanities.

Your choice of bathroom vanity is an important one. Your vanity dictates the ultimate look of your bathroom, and it dictates the style of bathroom that you choose. You should choose your bathroom vanity before you start choosing your other bathroom furniture.

Of course the vanity most likely isn’t the only piece of bathroom furniture you’ll have in your bathroom. There are lots of other related pieces of bathroom furniture available that add function to your bathroom and add storage space as well. There are wide ranges of bathroom cabinets, including wall cabinets and medicine cabinets, recessed and open cabinets and toilet storage cabinets and shelving, all of which should be considered as storage options when looking for ideas for bathroom storage. But choices on all these should be made after you make your first choice on the look and style of your vanity. Your secondary furniture should be chosen to go with the style of the vanity that you have chosen.  Read more...

Your bathroom has probably had the same look for years. Even if you’ve updated the sink and maybe even changed the color of the walls, the basic look hasn’t changed much. For some, the reason is they just don’t know what other options and styles are available to them. They bought their home with a single sink wood vanity and have always stuck with that style. The fact of the matter is bathroom vanities come in many different shapes, sizes, and styles. From the most basic single basin vanities to double sink contemporary works of art, you have a wide selection of bathroom vanities to choose from. Here are a few basic bathroom vanity styles.

Wood Bathroom Vanities
Wood vanities come in different wood variations. Some are made of oak and mahogany while others are crafted using lesser woods. Others are painted and don’t resemble the organic look of wood at all. Each wood type offers varying luxury, craftsmanship, and affordability. Oak and mahogany wood bathroom vanities, for example, tend to be a bit pricier than most, but they do offer solid construction and added style. So when you’re shopping for a wood vanity, be sure to choose one that meets your desired style AND is within your remodeling budget.  Read more...