Vanity unit sizes: how to choose

Measure the bathroom precisely before you choose a unit: a difference of a few centimetres can decide whether a door or drawer opens. Note down:

• Width: wall to wall, where the unit will stand;
• Waste and water pipes: where the pipe comes out and how far it is from the wall;
• Door, radiator, shower screen: how much space the door needs to swing and where nearby fittings sit;
• Clear space: there must be enough room left to reach the WC and the shower.

One practical tip: a difference of even 20–30 mm can affect a door swing or a drawer, so measure twice.

• Wall-to-wall width
• Pipe position and distance from the wall
• Door swing
• Radiator and shower screen
• Access to the WC and the shower

The width of the unit depends on the size of the bathroom and how it is used:

• 40–50 cm: a compact solution for a guest WC or a narrow bathroom. Such units often have a reduced depth too.
• 55–67 cm: the most popular choice for a family bathroom, with a comfortable basin and enough storage.
• 76–100 cm: for a larger bathroom, when you want a wide basin and plenty of drawers.

If space is tight, choose a unit with drawers: a deep drawer takes even tall bottles and keeps everything within reach.

• 40–50 cm Compact
• 55–67 cm Family bathroomIntegra Square 56,5 · Integra Round 57,5 / 65 / 67 · Root 61 · Sento 65
• 76–100 cm Large bathroomIntegra Square 76 · Integra Round 79 · Root 80 · Sento 80 / 100

Sento. Scandinavian calm and natural tones. Sento vanity units are 65, 80 and 100 cm wide, and its mirrors and mirror cabinets are 60, 80 and 100 cm, so every unit has a mirror of matching width.

Integra. Round and square forms in matt colours: white, light grey, green, red and terracotta. Integra Round units range from 57.5 to 79 cm, Integra Square units are 56.5 and 76 cm, and both have a tall unit 40 cm wide and 180 cm high.

Root. Crisp lines and rich colours: the Root, Root Classic and Root Groove units are 80 cm wide; Root in natural oak is 61 cm.

A wall-hung unit does not touch the floor: it is easy to clean underneath, and the bathroom looks more spacious. Such a unit must be fixed to a solid wall or reinforced studwork with the correct fixings. Fitted correctly, wall-hung furniture can bear 70 kg.

A floor-standing unit stands firmly on the floor, can carry heavier loads and is convenient when the pipes run low or the wall is not built to bear weight.

The mirror should follow the width of the unit: an 80 cm vanity pairs well with an 80 cm mirror. If you need storage, choose a mirror cabinet: it is a mirror and shelves in one, and built-in LED lighting shows your face in natural light.

A tall unit uses height rather than floor area: a slim unit 30–40 cm wide holds towels and supplies. Integra's tall units are 40 cm wide and 180 cm high.

VitrA bathroom furniture is made of moisture-resistant materials: Eco MDF, the Aqua Protect surface and high-density MDF that does not crack. Even so, furniture with a wood-based core needs the right care:

• wipe drops and wet areas dry at once: a surface left wet shortens the life of the furniture;
• never wash the furniture with water; wiping with a damp cloth is enough;
• do not use acid-based cleaners, tile cleaners included;
• clean the mirror with warm, soapy water and a damp cotton cloth, then dry it thoroughly;
• keep the bathroom well ventilated.