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The bath vanity base is the foundation of bathroom design. One of the most unusual types of bath sink vanity today is the freestanding bath vanity base. Although all-inclusive bath vanity bases are very popular and convenient, freestanding bath vanity bases allow the designer or home owners to be more creative. The bathroom sink countertop is also usually built into the freestanding base, making this design easy to install or switch out. With a freestanding bath vanity base, the do-it-yourselfer can easily install the sink and faucet fixtures, giving their bathroom a new look instantly.
The sinks for freestanding bath vanity bases can range from contemporary to classic, with the vessel sink being the latest design choice. The materials for a bath sink vanity are just as varied, including glass, copper, steel, ceramic and stone. Sometimes the sink can mount right on top of the bathroom sink countertop, or inside of it with a ridge rising above. Some bath vanity bases leave plumbing exposed for a more minimalist look, and others have elaborate ways of covering it. Consumers may also want to choose freestanding bath vanity bases with the sinks built right in, which will usually be made out of ceramic or glass material. The built-in bath sink vanity will usually include a round sink, although there are more experimental options available today.
One type uses a flat surface sink mounted right on the bathroom sink countertop that is attached to the bath vanity base. This is becoming more prevalent in design magazines. When considering the purchase of a freestanding bath vanity base, one must also consider how they will stand on the floor or attach to the wall. There are bath sink vanity pedestals that stand on the floor or those with cantilevered wall mounts that support the basin in mid-air. Common wood choices for bath vanity bases range from wenge to oak. Exotic hardwoods such as sapele or zelkova can also be found, but they are generally hard to come by and expensive. These rich grained woods are highly prized by custom bath vanity makers.
It's even possible to find a freestanding bath vanity that looks and functions exactly like an antique chest of drawers. Freestanding bath vanity bases eliminate the problems with installation, because the open designs are easily accessible. It is also easier to change out a freestanding bath vanity once it grows tiresome. The drain hardware is designed to stay out in the open, and the P-trap drains are particularly modern in design, so it's really okay if they are in plain view. It all comes down to consumer's choice, but those with a flare for the modern should consider a freestanding bath vanity base. |
