Do It Yourself Remodeling: Choosing Bathroom Cabinetry & Plumbing

Do It Yourself Remodeling: Choosing Bathroom Cabinetry & Plumbing

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You have so many options available to you when choosing the bathroom cabinetry for your next do it yourself remodel or redecorating project. Read on for a quick and informative summary of options that are out there.

For the true do it yourselfer, there are the big box style store vanities that are sold off the shelf and require assembly. These typically come with a laminate finish and come in standard sizes and standard colors. This often proves to be the least expensive style. Keep in mind though that you need a reasonable amount of carpentry skills and experience for this job. If you choose this option, you will likely need to purchase the vanity top and sink bowl separately.

If you have an existing rough-in location for your vanity plumbing, you can go the route of a pedestal sink, which will offer easy installation and a sleek and slim look. If you go with this type, be sure that you install blocking in the wall to hold the vanity in place. There is little margin of error for the plumbing with this style of vanity because it is visible and everything is already there for you.

Another option is to purchase pre-assembled laminate or paint grade wood cabinets. These cabinets frequently come packaged with the vanity top and sink, although you may need to purchase and install these separately. This type of cabinetry typically comes in standard sizes and colors.

A great alternative to all of the above options that is simple and can add character to your project is a furniture style vanity that comes fully assembled with the top and sink. This type of vanity has large pre-cut hole in the back of the unit for the plumbing. As a result it is very simple to install, and does not require any special plumbing. The quality varies widely on these cabinets, so do your research to make sure you get the best possible combination of price and quality.

Other vanity options include contemporary wall mount vanities that can provide storage space, or glass vanities that have exposed plumbing. If you have a decent amount of carpentry experience, create your own vanity by converting a piece of furniture into a vanity cabinet by adding a glass or stone vessel sink can be a unique addition to your project.

For more information on unique bathroom ideas, search keywords and groups of keywords that specifically describe the style that you are planning to use in your project.


About the Author:
Julia Ritzenthaler is Owner of boutique online furniture stores, http://www.UniqueVanities.com, http://www.UniqeMirrorsOnline.com, & http://www.UniqueLightFixture.com. For more information about unique bathroom vanity ideas, visit us online or email us with your questions at uniquevanities@msn.com.



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