The height of the bathroom cabinet, in particular the one that acts as a support for the washbasin, is often a real dilemma. Changing a lot in terms of type and size, and we could have difficulties in space and volume. Identifying the perfect height of the bathroom cabinet from the floor and placing it in the most efficient way can be a difficult task, but it is really important to keep in mind some tips and evaluate the best solution to make it as usable and practical, but also aesthetically beautiful. Let’s find out, then, what is the ideal height of a bathroom furniture.
Bathroom cabinet height with countertop sink
How tall should a bathroom cabinet be? As we have anticipated, the placement of a furniture should not be underestimated because it greatly affects the usability of spaces. Dimensions of each single element, both horizontal and vertical, must be carefully calibrated, then.
The bathroom cabinet – the one with a countertop washbasin (bowl) or the other for the vanity area – must be installed at an ideal height of washbasin edge or the tabletop that goes between 80/90 cm from the floor, depending on how tall is who uses the bathroom. According to our needs, therefore, we will position the furniture at a greater or lesser distance from the floor.
Suspended bathroom cabinet height
In the case of a suspended bathroom cabinet, the height from the floor does not change, reaching an average of 85 cm. For the wall units, which are increasingly the protagonists of modern bathroom furnishings, the height of the furniture must be appropriate to the characteristics of the bathroom. In general, they must be easily reachable and not be obstructed.
The other precautions to be taken in the renovation of the bathroom
When we are dealing with the renovation of the bathroom or with a renewal of the furnishing elements, placing the bathroom furniture at the right height is just one of the many precautions to be taken. It is necessary, indeed, to carefully evaluate furniture, sanitary ware and design accessories that will be installed by taking some useful precautions for a use that is as comfortable and functional as possible. In the previous articles, we talked about the correct installation of sinks the choice of height and the functional distance between mixer tap and washbasin to optimize the placement of bathroom furnishing elements.
Bathroom furniture: the Made in Italy by Flaminia
Flaminia offers different solutions of bathroom furniture, ideal for optimizing space and giving a touch of class and making the home environment as functional as possible. To discover all our collections and the lines of complements, furniture or bathroom fixtures, you can consult the products page or contact one of our experts.
