Bathroom Vanity Top Ideas

Bathroom vanities, while being an essential part of your bathroom decor, can often be boring or simply utilitarian. But your bathroom vanity can help you make an interior design statement, depending on what type of material you use for it. Bathroom vanity choices don't end at the big box hardware store. A vanity top should be as original as you are. Does this Spark an idea?

Repurposed Vanity Tops

You may be tempted to buy your vanity top new from a home design store, but you can find great vanity tops while looking in antique stores for items that can be repurposed into interesting vanities for your home. An antique sideboard is just deep enough that you can cut out a hole for the sink and drop one in, without the bottom being visible from the front. Likewise, an antique chest of drawers feels rich and traditional as a vanity. Just make sure that you seal the top well to prevent water damage on the wood.

Minimalist Vanity Tops

The minimalist, contemporary style has become more popular, especially with homes that have small spaces. The bathroom is often one of the areas where builders tend to skimp on space, making it the perfect place to decorate in the contemporary style. Contemporary vanity tops are clean, with straight lines and lots of storage, so no toiletries are stored on the top. Go for a glass-top vanity, so it gives the illusion of extra space with light passing through it. Or, choose a square vanity with plenty of storage and clean lines so your bathroom isn't cluttered with products, toothbrushes and soap.

Organized Vanity Tops

One thing that can really ruin the way your bathroom looks is clutter on the vanity tops. That's why organizing it can make your bathroom seem more open, cleaner and more sophisticated. The Container Store offers small containers with dividers that are clear and chic, with spaces for all of those little things that have a way of finding themselves on your vanity top. Use one to store your cosmetics neatly on the top, or get one that can keep all of your jewelry in check. Look for small baskets or containers that you can use to put extra toiletries in to keep your vanity top looking neat and clean.