How to Choose a Bathroom Vanity
Choosing the right bathroom vanity is one of the most important decisions in any bathroom renovation. The vanity sets the tone for your entire bathroom design, provides essential storage, and needs to work hard every single day. This guide will walk you through everything you need to know to choose the perfect vanity for your Perth home.
1. Measure Your Space First
Before you do anything else, measure your bathroom carefully. You need to know the exact width, depth and height available. Standard vanity widths range from 450mm for small ensuites up to 1800mm for double vanities. Leave at least 600mm of clearance in front of the vanity for comfortable use.
- Small bathroom / ensuite: 450mm–600mm wide
- Standard bathroom: 750mm–900mm wide
- Master bathroom: 1200mm–1800mm wide (double)
2. Choose Your Mounting Style
There are three main types of bathroom vanity mounting styles, each with their own benefits:
- Wall Hung Vanities: Float off the floor for a modern look, easier to clean underneath, great for small bathrooms as they make the space feel larger.
- Freestanding Vanities: Traditional style with legs, easier to install, suit classic and Hamptons bathroom styles.
- Floor Mounted Vanities: Sit flat on the floor with a full cabinet base, maximum storage, suit most bathroom styles.
3. Pick the Right Basin Type
Your basin choice affects both the look and practicality of your vanity:
- Above Counter / Vessel Basins : Sit on top of the vanity, make a design statement, popular in modern and luxury bathrooms.
- Under Mount Basins: Fitted under the benchtop for a seamless look, easy to wipe clean, very popular choice.
- Semi-Recessed Basins: Partially drop into the vanity, great for narrow vanities where you want a larger basin.
- Integrated Basins: Basin and benchtop are one piece, ultra-modern, very easy to clean.
4. Consider Your Storage Needs
Think honestly about what you need to store. A family bathroom needs much more storage than a guest ensuite. Look for vanities with soft-close drawers, adjustable shelves inside cabinets, and consider whether you need a shaving cabinet above as well.
5. Choose Your Finish
Popular vanity finishes in Perth homes right now include:
- Matte White: Clean, timeless, suits almost any style
- Natural Oak / Timber: Warm, on-trend, suits Coastal Hamptons and Natural styles
- Charcoal / Dark Grey: Bold, sophisticated, suits Modern and Industrial styles
- Gloss White: Bright, easy to clean, classic choice
6. Match Your Tapware
Always choose your tapware at the same time as your vanity. Make sure the tap hole configuration matches. Some vanities come pre-drilled for a single hole, others for three holes. Popular tapware finishes in 2025 include matte black, brushed nickel and brushed gold.
7. Set a Realistic Budget
Quality bathroom vanities range from around $400 for a basic floor-mounted unit up to $3,000+ for a premium wall-hung double vanity with stone benchtop. A good mid-range vanity for a standard bathroom will typically cost $600–$1,200 installed.
See Our Vanity Range in Person
The best way to choose a bathroom vanity is to see it in person. Visit the QA Bathroom Warehouse showroom in Malaga to browse our full range and get expert advice from our team. We’re open Monday to Friday 9am–5pm and Saturday 9am–2pm.
Address: 1/807 Marshall Rd, Malaga WA 6090 | Phone: (08) 9249 2026
