How Tall Are Bathroom Vanities?

Custom Vanities

• Vanity heights generally range from 30 to 36 inches, according to the "This Old House" home improvement website. However, custom vanities are built based on a customer’s height specifications, although local building codes may place some limitations on a vanity’s dimensions. "This Old House" indicates that custom cabinetmakers may charge $60 per hour or more to build a vanity. Nonetheless, a custom-made vanity may be the best choice if you have a small or odd-shaped bathroom and ready-made vanities won't fit the space.

Semi-Custom Vanities

• You could customize the size and a few other features by purchasing a semi-custom vanity from a home improvement store or kitchen and bath retailer. Retailers also allow customers to choose materials, finishes and door styles when they purchase semi-custom cabinets. "This Old House" estimates the price of a 36-inch high, semi-custom vanity would start at around $315, and it could be delivered to you in about four weeks. A custom vanity could take as much as 10 weeks to complete.

Stock Vanities

• A stock vanity is a mass-produced product that a retailer usually keeps on hand, so you may be able to take home a vanity the same day you buy it. Stock vanities don't come with customization options, and they're usually available in standard heights that range from 28 1/2 to 30 inches, according the Kitchen Cabinet Depot and other retailers. Nonetheless, stock cabinetry comes in a wide range of styles, materials and finishes at a low price. "This Old House" estimates the price of a stock vanity made of plywood with a wood veneer would start at around $100.

Considerations

• Go to a showroom and stand over bathroom vanities of several heights with sinks attached to determine which height best suits you. Some sinks sit higher on top of vanities than others, so it's important to consider the full height of a vanity before you choose one. A vanity that's too low could cause you to do more stooping and bending than you want, especially if you intend to store things inside the vanity.