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Is this vanity too big please?

6 years ago
last modified: 6 years ago

This vanity seems to fill the space of the original vanity to the house, but it feels like it barely fits.


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With the bathroom door open, there's about 28" between vanity and open door. With the door closed, there's about 32" between the wall and the vanity. There's actually a flaw in the vanity I purchased from Lowe's, so not too late to exchange for a pedestal sink.


Previous vanity layout (below) was 19" deep; new vanity is 22" deep and 31" wider (old vanity was 1" shorter), but the curved edge made it seem smaller...


Thanks for your thoughts,

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Comments (9)

  • PRO
    6 years ago
    last modified: 6 years ago

    It's a POWDER room. What did you think would happen? Take it back, get a pedestal sink. A vanity ALWAYS will feel larger, bulkier, than a pedestal. No matter the size. A powder room needs no more than soap, hand towels and toilet paper. It doesn't need " storage" ........take it back.

    A great wallpaper, fewer dooo dads, also helps visually enlarge the space. A deep color on walls can do that as well.





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    Classic Comfort thanked JAN MOYER
  • 6 years ago

    Changing the vanity out for one that is 18/19” deep would make quite a bit of difference.

    Classic Comfort thanked mainenell
  • 6 years ago

    Looks nice to me. You could go to a smaller vanity. Seems you’d miss the storage if you go with a pedestal. If a guest wants to freshen their hair or make-up, there’s no where to put anything on a pedestal. You have the space in that bathroom for a proper vanity.

    Classic Comfort thanked Deb Solis
  • 6 years ago

    Going to a pedestal will definitely require lots more decor to give the powder room more personality...and I always think a little storage is a plus. Do you use this bath enough to make a change for your personal comfort?...and are you needing an over the top guest bath...if not this looks quite nice...

    Classic Comfort thanked btydrvn
  • 6 years ago

    If you are returning it anyway ...maybe there will be something shallower...other than a pedestal

    Classic Comfort thanked btydrvn
  • PRO
    6 years ago

    I think the issue is that the front of the counter top butts right up against the door trim. The depth is a little tight. From the look of it, I'm guessing the depth is ~22" to 24" deep. You should look for something no deeper than 20". But measure the distance from the door frame to the corner just to be sure, and leave yourself at least an inch between the vanity and the door frame.


    You could also take a look at wall-mounted sinks in addition to pedestal sinks to give you more room.


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    Classic Comfort thanked Sabrina Alfin Interiors
  • 6 years ago

    I like it. I’m one for storage always, even in a powder room. My concern though is if you can clean in the area to the right.

    If you feel you don’t need storage, then go for a pedestal sink. Where will you store the toilet paper though.

    Classic Comfort thanked eld6161
  • 6 years ago

    Thank you all for your thoughts. This bathroom is used frequently, as it's the only bathroom on the first floor. Storage would be nice, but not absolutely necessary. Any basket on the floor can hold extra toilet paper. I like the vanity....but, my gut told me it was too big, hence my post. Off to find a pedestal with decent counter space and a straight base to match my toilet. All the best to you for responding to my post!