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Small Bathroom - OK to put Medicine Cabinet and Wall Cabinet

3 years ago

last modified: 3 years ago

I have a small bathroom. I have one wall that is approximately 50" from wall to doorframe with a vanity and a toilet next to each other (see picture). I am wanting to put in a Medicine Cabinet above the vanity, then a bathroom wall cabinet above the toilet (replacing the shelving)

Is this acceptable or is it strange design to have 2 cabinets like this in such a small space? Thanks.

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Carrie H
3 years ago
We have a wall cabinet above our toilet and my tall husband hates it, always thinks he’s gonna bonk his head or it’ll fall on him. It’s coming down during our next reno in favor of a bigger vanity. If you’re short maybe a wall cabinet is ok, but then you’re reaching around the toilet to get to things (don’t drop them!). I’d say it’s not ideal and would look for other options if you can.
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