A closer look at the sink vanity and the different types available.
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Sink Vanity

Learn more about the different sink vanity styles available for your bathroom, from double sink vanities to vessel sinks.

If you are thinking about redesigning or adding a bathroom to your home, then you may want to consider the various types of sink vanity options that are available.  A sink vanity has several uses, but in general the most popular types have cabinets below, which are most commonly used to store toiletries and towels and consequently preventing clutter in any bathroom.  Another excellent reason to purchase a sink vanity is the modern style they bring to bathroom by hiding any exposed sink plumbing.  A sink vanity is useful in any bathroom, whether it is a bathroom that will be predominantly used by guests or your master bathroom.

There are a bevy of options when it comes to styles of vanity sinks.  Some of the most popular styles for a sink vanity include traditional wood, lacquered and granite top vanities.   If your bathroom is already built and decorated, you will want to get a sink vanity that complements the look of the rest of your bathroom.

If you are planning for a new bathroom to be built, then a sink vanity is a great first piece to start with.  The style and look of your sink vanity can pull the whole room together.  Plan on getting a sink vanity that has colors that will be easy to complement, regardless of whether you are using paint on the walls or wallpaper.  If you do not know what you want your bathroom to look like yet, it is always a good idea to get a neutral color vanity.  Another option is to get a traditional wood sink vanity, which you can later paint to be a foil for the rest of the room.

A sink vanity ranges vastly in price and there are many factors that can contribute to this variance.  A sink vanity with a granite or marble top tends to be on the higher end of the price margin.  While the price varies, you can still expect to pay at least $400 for a decent sink vanity.  Depending on the quality and details, it can easily cost more.  Any type of sink vanity that has fine attention to detail, such as custom painted murals or hand carved wood, also will most likely be a costly purchase.  If you are an artistic person and want a decorative sink vanity, another option is to simply buy a wooden sink vanity and make a weekend project of it.  Get some fine bristled paintbrushes and paint whatever you would like.  If you mess up, you can always paint over it.  Regardless of the sink vanity you decide to go with, you should always do a price comparison.  See what comparable models are selling for and be sure to compare with at least one other vendor to make sure you are paying a reasonable price.

If you are ready to find a sink vanity that is right for your home, there are several places you can go to look.  Some of the best places to check out are Loews, The Home Depot, Sear’s, and even Sam’s Club.