1. Affordable Double Bathroom Vanities That W...
by S. Lewis - http://www.homethangs.com/blog/2012/04/affordable-double-bathroom-vanities-t
hat-wont-break-the-bank-tips-to-keep-the-price-under-1k/
Affordable Double Bathroom Vanities That Won’t Break The Bank
Major bathroom remodels are never cheap, and redoing a big bathroom is even more expensive. But if you find
yourself on a tight budget, you don't necessarily have to sacrifice quality, or even the scope of your project, to get
the job done. For anything you might want to buy, chances are there's a whole range of similar items in different
price ranges. This is especially true of bathroom vanities, including larger (and more expensive) double vanities.
Why? Because a lot of factors go into the bottom line of pre-made bathroom vanities: what materials they're made
of, how they're manufactured, how they're finished, and how they're sold. If you know how to look, you can find
affordable double bathroom vanities in the same styles you were already considering, but at a fraction of the price
- often under a thousand dollars. Here are a few things to look for (and a few vanities to get you started!) Say YES
To Solid Wood Framing
Vesta Double Sink Vanity With Travertine Marble Top
I'll start with the one place that you SHOULDN'T skimp on when shopping affordable double bathroom vanities.
While there are tons of ways to reduce your costs, the one must-have is solid wood framing. It doesn't particularly
matter what kindof wood, and if the whole vanity isn't made of a single solid wood (which can be quite expensive),
probably it's some variety of hardwood maple or oak, whatever happens to be available. The important part is that
solid, natural hardwood framing creates the best foundation for a bathroom vanity, and can help prevent warping
and wear and tear over time. Something like this Vesta Double Sink Vanity is made with a composite wood
paneling (either MDF or plywood), but has a solid wood framing for the highest degree of structural integrity,
which can significantly extend the life of the vanity. Consider MDF Or Plywood Panels
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2. Affordable Double Bathroom Vanities That W...
by S. Lewis - http://www.homethangs.com/blog/2012/04/affordable-double-bathroom-vanities-t
hat-wont-break-the-bank-tips-to-keep-the-price-under-1k/
Catherine Double Sink Vanity With Black Galaxy Granite Top
While solid wood framing is an important marker of quality, one of the most dramatic ways to reduce the cost of a
bathroom vanity is to swap from solid wood to fiberboard. No matter what kind of wood, natural, solid wood is
always going to be more expensive, even if you opt for a relatively common maple or oak, or exotic wood veneers
rather than a more expensive wood all the way through. But MDF (medium density fiberboard) and plywood are
both made from salvaged wood - basically, the small trimmings, or even sawdust left over when wood is
processed - which makes vanities with paneling made out of these materials much, much more affordable. That
said, many manufacturers go to great lengths to replicate the look and feel of natural wood in their MDF vanities,
and many more affordable double bathroom vanities, like this Catherine Double Sink Vanity come pretty close
despite the significant cost reduction.
Corona Double Sink Vanity With Black Galaxy Granite Top
There are actually quite a few advantages to vanities made of a composite rather than a solid wood. Not only will
it mean more affordable double bathroom vanities, but they're arguably also more durable. While "real" wood is
considered very desirable in everyday applications, in the harsh, humid, temperature-fluctuating environment of a
bathroom, even well sealed wood is prone to warp, stain, fade, and even crack over time. MDF and plywood, on
the other hand, undergo extensive chemical and thermal processes just in the formation of the boards, which
makes them incredibly resilient. Then, once the vanities are assembled, they're typically very thoroughly finished
and sealed, making them waterproof and highly warp resistant. Finishes that would obscure the natural grain of
"real" wood could make MDF or plywood vanities like this Corona Double Sink Vanity last a whole lot longer.
Forget "Hand Made"
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3. Affordable Double Bathroom Vanities That W...
by S. Lewis - http://www.homethangs.com/blog/2012/04/affordable-double-bathroom-vanities-t
hat-wont-break-the-bank-tips-to-keep-the-price-under-1k/
Saturn Double Sink Vanity With Cream Marfil Marble Top
Let's face it - craftsmanship costs, and while ornate hand carved detailing and painstakingly hand-finished wood
are ostensibly nice to have, even if you want an authentic-looking, ornate, antique-style vanity, it doesn't have to
be made with traditional methods. Take this Saturn Double Sink Vanity, for example. It has all the beautiful carved
floral detailing you'd expect from a period-inspired vanity, right? Not quite - the vanity isn't "carved" at all. The
paneling is made of MDF, which is basically a lot of really fine pieces of wood smooshed really tight together with
a few different compounds until it holds its shape. This vanity is smooshed into a hand carved mold, so when it's
done, it has all the beautiful detailing of an artisan-made piece, but at a mere fraction of the cost. Check For Eco
Friendly Tax Breaks, Rebates, And Credits
Seville Double Bathroom Vanity With Perlato Sicilia Marble Top
If you're still on the fence about switching to MDF or plywood to save a little money, be aware that you could be
saving on more than just your initial investment. Depending on your city and state, and some of the other
elements in your bathroom, purchasing a more affordable double bathroom vanity made of MDF or plywood, like
this Seville Double Sink Vanity could actually help you qualify your bathroom as a "green remodel." You'll need to
check your local ordinances, but if you play your cards right, you could end up getting 10% or more taken off the
top of the total cost of your remodel. YES To Package Deals
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4. Affordable Double Bathroom Vanities That W...
by S. Lewis - http://www.homethangs.com/blog/2012/04/affordable-double-bathroom-vanities-t
hat-wont-break-the-bank-tips-to-keep-the-price-under-1k/
Alexis Double Sink Vanity With Baltic Brown Granite Top
This one might seem a little odd, but buying from a company that sells the whole vanity - vanity, sink, counter,
and even faucets - in a single package is a spectacular way to dramatically cut costs. Manufacturers like
Stufurhome and Silkroad Exclusive have an admittedly relatively limited selection of counter top materials, but all
of them are 100% natural stone - typically granite, marble, or travertine. For example, vanities like this Alexis
Double Sink Vanity are typically available in 2-4 different materials and an equal variety of colors. This particular
type of packaging has a couple different advantages: because they source the stone directly, you won't pay nearly
as much as you would if you'd paid for the same stone on your own.
Winslow Double Sink Vanity With Baltic Brown Granite Top
As well, companies that market this way cut the counter for you, not just to fit your bathroom vanity, but also to
accommodate your sinks and faucets. If you know how to shop, you can even find affordable double bathroom
vanities that include the sinks as well. Again, a smaller selection allows them to reduce the price overall because
they'll always have the right sink in stock. Many such vanities, like this Winslow Double Sink Vanity, actually cost
about the same or even less than competitors that just sell the vanities, let alone what it would cost you to buy a
counter, sinks, and faucets individually. When it comes to cutting costs, if you can stand the limited variety, this is
far and away the best way to dramatically reduce the cost of your remodel. If you're looking to do a major
remodel, chances are you're looking to get a good price wherever you can find one. Even in a very large
bathroom, though, you can find good deals if you know how to look - especially with it comes to affordable double
bathroom vanities. If you shop for smart materials, package deals, and with an eye toward government incentives,
you'd be amazed how easy it is to find a vanity to fit your budget. What kind of double vanity are you in the market
for? Do you have any favorite money saving tips when it comes to remodeling? Let me know in the comments!
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