Too tall? Too short? Ready to remodel your bathroom but can't figure out which counter height is right for you? Read this post for the answers to all of your bathroom counter height related questions.
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Too tall? Too short? Ready to remodel your bathroom but can't figure out which counter height is right for you? Read this post for the answers to all of your bathroom counter height related questions.
The post How To Choose Your Bathroom Counter Height appeared first on Kitchen Cabinet Kings Blog.
If you’re planning a bathroom remodel, it’s important to pick the right bathroom vanity height. Bathroom vanities that are too low can give some people back pain, and bathroom vanities that are too high can make daily routines hard for smaller children.
In this article, we’ll cover three main heights of bathroom vanities: standard height, comfort height, and vessel sink height.
What’s The Purpose Of Your Bathroom?
Now, everyone is familiar with the general purpose of the bathroom. But there are other things to consider that affect bathroom vanity heights. For example, Is it a master bathroom or will small children be using it, too? Will you have a standard undermount/drop-in sink or vessel sink?
The average height for bathroom vanity countertops ranges from 30 to 36 inches. That might not sound like a lot, but a few inches can make a big difference.
Standard Height Bathroom Countertop
The term “standard” is a bit of a misnomer, since there isn’t an exact standard vanity height. Traditionally, bathroom countertop standard height is between 30 and 32 inches. You might notice that this is shorter than a standard kitchen countertop.
So why is this height considered standard? Well, there was a time when kids and parents would have to share bathrooms (of course, many families still have this arrangement). After World War II, there was a huge exodus of families from cities to suburbs. Many new homes built during that time had more bedrooms than bathrooms, so countertops were made so kids could reach the sink easily in any bathroom.
Comfort Height Bathroom Countertop
More recently, people have been raising the height of bathroom vanity countertops to 36 inches to match kitchen countertops. The kitchen countertop height is already optimal for adults since they are the ones doing most of the cooking. You shouldn’t have to bend over much to use a cutting board or wash up in the kitchen sink, so designers took those aspects and translated them into bathroom vanity height.
It’s called comfort height because it’s supposed to minimize back strain from bending over to wash your hands. If you notice yourself doing a lot of bending with a standard bathroom vanity, a comfort height bathroom vanity could be good for you. Comfort height vanities are really the new standard for master bathrooms, and they work well for couples or families with grown children.
Vessel Sink Vanity Countertop
A vessel sink sits on top of a countertop and its rim can be up to six inches tall. Since handwashing is one of the main activities of a bathroom vanity, you don’t want the sink to be too high. A vessel sink vanity will be closer to the standard bathroom vanity height so the sink edge is at the comfort height level.
So, if the edge is four inches high, the countertop would be 32 inches high. And if the edge is six inches high, the countertop would be 30 inches high. Most vessel sink vanities you can buy already take this into consideration, so the sink’s edge will be at 36 inches no matter how deep it is.
Which Will You Choose?
Now that you know a few average heights of bathroom vanities and what they achieve, the next step is to pick which one works for your situation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best height for a bathroom vanity?
The standard height for a bathroom vanity is about 30 to 32 inches. On the other hand, a comfort height bathroom vanity matches kitchen countertop height at 36 inches. Most adults prefer comfort height vanities, though the standard height is easier for children. It’s really up to you and your bathroom preferences.
How deep should a bathroom counter be?
The standard depth of a bathroom countertop is 21 inches, and it’s measured from the front of the cabinet door or drawer to the back. That measurement doesn’t include any countertop overhang. Also, you can get away with fewer inches in a smaller bathroom, even down to 16 inches.
How high should a bathroom vanity light be mounted?
If you’re installing lights above the mirror, they should be mounted between 75 and 84 inches high, depending on how large your mirror is. If you’re mounting lights on the sides of your mirror, they can be lower, at about 65 inches.
How tall should a bathroom mirror be?
The top edge of your vanity mirror should be a few inches higher than eye level for the tallest person in your home. If you want to make the bathroom versatile, place the top edge at about 72 inches. The height of the actual mirror is usually between 28 and 38 inches, and that depends on the height of your vanity and faucet. You’ll want to hang the mirror so it begins a few inches above the top of your faucet.
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