| It used to be that a bathroom sink vanity was a | | | | simply forgoing a traditional vanity with doors |
| fairly plain piece of cabinetry with doors underneath | | | | underneath for clean lines and simple shelves. Instead, |
| and perhaps a set of drawers for storage on one | | | | they place sinks on simple shelves made out of a |
| side. Not anymore. Homeowner's today are leveraging | | | | number of materials. And for storage, a second shelf |
| all sorts of interesting materials to create a custom | | | | underneath showcases bathroom towels and |
| vanity. | | | | toiletries stored in neat baskets. |
| In fact, one of the most popular bathroom styles | | | | If you have a recently found a cabinet that you feel |
| these days is to forgo a vanity all together by | | | | would be perfect for a vanity it is easy to convert it. |
| utilizing old-fashioned pedestal sinks. These are great | | | | Simply hire a plumber to cut a hole in the top of it |
| solutions for small spaces, or bathrooms where little | | | | for the sink to set into. If you choose a bowl-type |
| storage is needed, like a powder room. Pedestal sinks | | | | of sink that rests primarily on top of the cabinet you |
| can be used to create vintage, traditional or modern | | | | will need to install a wall mounted faucet. However, if |
| looks - depending on the style chosen and fixtures | | | | you choose a sink that sets into your new vanity |
| selected. | | | | almost completely, then a counter-mounted sink can |
| Another trend is to take an old dresser and make | | | | be installed. |
| that into a vanity. For homeowner's who have a | | | | Haven't found a dresser but like the idea? Take |
| cherished dresser this is a unique way of integrating it | | | | careful measurement of the space available in your |
| into a modern home. Another option is to purchase a | | | | bathroom - as well as how much room you will need |
| piece of unfinished wood furniture and custom paint | | | | for installing the sink and faucet - then head out to |
| it in a color that matches the décor or faux | | | | the store. Places like Ikea offer inexpensive solutions |
| finish it for a truly unusual look. Given the popularity | | | | whereas import shops like Cost-Plus and Pier 1 usually |
| of this style, some cabinet companies are even | | | | sell unique pieces that will give any room instant |
| designing bathroom sink vanities to look like old | | | | character. Or, you can simply go to your nearest |
| pieces of furniture that have been transformed. | | | | home improvement superstore or kitchen and bath |
| Often these pieces are more of a larger scale and | | | | showroom and order an all in one solution. |
| more ornate finish - which best suites a bathroom of | | | | Remember, your home should reflect your own |
| a corresponding size. | | | | personal style - so don't feel that you need to install |
| And yet another style that is becoming more popular, | | | | a traditional vanity. |
| albeit with those who prefer a minimalist look, is | | | | |