Different bathroom layouts can help improve the functionality of the bathroom and serve homeowners and their needs while using the bathroom. Using your bathroom vanities helps you to get ready for the day or get ready for bed. Many couples love having double vanities so that they have their own space. It can be hard to determine which vanity option is best for your bathroom layout. In this blog, we will show the pros and cons of single or double vanities.

Why Have A Bathroom Vanity?

A vanity is what holds your sink and can be connected to the wall, free-standing, or made into cabinets that extend outwards. Vanities and countertop space help to store makeup, skincare, razors, fash wash, washcloths, hand soap, and hairbrushes. It gives you options to keep your items easily accessible with more concealed storage underneath the sink. 

Pros Of Single Vanities

The biggest benefit of single vanities is the ease of installation. One sink, with singular plumbing, is easier to map out and install around other bathroom necessities. The cost of installation is also cheaper because there are fewer components to pay for. 

If you have a compact bathroom, single vanities are going to complement your space the best. Smaller counters, sinks, and mirrors will help you avoid having a cramped and claustrophobic bathroom.

Specific vanities will have different sizes of storage. Your vanity can feature more drawers or open cabinets, depending on your needs. If you have extra width to work with and only one sink, you could include an extra drawer or two.

Since you can have more storage space, you will also have more space around the sink and counter space to stack or store items. Having counter space is important in a bathroom to hold hot hair tools, toothbrushes, and soap.

Cons Of Single Vanities

Every element has its cons, so it is important to know all the information about vanities before installing them in your bathroom. For example, single vanities can look odd in a large bathroom. Filling the space appropriately helps to increase its value. Having a lot of negative space around the vanity can be useless. 

For large families who are using the same bathroom, single vanities will not provide enough usable space for multiple people to use the bathroom at one time. Getting ready can be made difficult if you only have one sink and very limited counter space. 

Pros Of Double Vanities

Double vanities provide more useable space for multiple people to use the bathroom at the same time. This means that teens can get ready for school faster, couples avoid arguments while getting ready for work, and children and adults can get ready simultaneously. Double sinks are nice when you may only have one bathroom for a large group of people. 

Two sinks will require more counter space around them. This means your counter will look less crowded with items. More width of counter space means you will have more under-sink storage space. This will help you hide items like cleaning supplies, plungers, or toilet paper that are not currently needed. 

All custom cabinets with Rasmussen Custom Cabinetry can be customized to your measurements, but when you have double vanities there is more flexibility for wider drawers, tall cabinets, etc. Double vanities will give you more freedom to try different cabinet or countertop options. 

Cons Of Double Vanities

Installing two sinks means more piping and plumbing fixtures. You will need to ensure all mechanisms are connected and sealed properly to ensure you have the correct water pressure. If you are doing your bathroom remodel or construction yourself, this can be a major turnoff when it comes to double vanities. 

Surprisingly, some double vanities have less counter space because they need to fit two sinks. This is a con that is dependent on how small or large your bathroom is. Depending on how far apart you can space your sinks, the amount of free counter space you will also have to work with. 

Bathroom Cabinets With Rasmussen Custom Cabinetry

Our team specializes in quality bathroom cabinets and vanities. Our cabinet solutions will help improve different areas of your home by giving your better organization and creating a focal point. Rasmussen Custom Cabinetry offers multiple wood options, different finishes, and door designs that can fit a variety of home designs. Working with our designers gives you a completely custom design for your Utah home.

Working in your home office or at a business office requires secure and quality storage to help you complete work effectively. There are different office cabinets or storage solutions that can be used to help you keep yourself organized and productive. Whether you feel that mobile storage options or build cabinets are best for your workflow, there are multiple options to choose from.

Rasmussen Custom Cabinetry specializes in built-in cabinetry and custom cabinet solutions. We can implement our custom designs into any room and they can be made to your specifications. An office should feel organized and lively in order for you to get work done effectively. Trusting our builders can help you get stunning office cabinets without the hassle. 

1- Wall Cabinets

The best option if you want to maximize floor space is cabinets that are secured to the wall. Rasmussen Custom Cabinetry can help design different sizes of cabinets for your home office or business building. We can create cabinets with flat door panels to help make your office feel professional. Or we can create lower and upper cabinets in a break room to store snacks, paper towels, or office supplies. Wall cabinets can be removed when you move so you can use them in another space if desired. 

2- Built-In Office Cabinets

Another custom option for office cabinets is to install shelving and cabinets right into your home. Built-in cabinets stay with the home or office space, so they can not move with you. Built-ins have some better advantages than wall cabinets though, such as better durability, and options for open cubbies, doors, shelving, and more. 

Using built-in cabinetry in your office is a sleek option that will help you display some decorative items while also having a closed space for less appealing items like pencils, file folders, or sticky notes. While built-ins are more of an investment than filling cabinets, they can help you maximize space. 

3- Filing Cabinets

Filing cabinets are the most common option for office storage. There are multiple sizes, colors, and materials for filing cabinets. Some common options for filing cabinets and their benefits will be discussed below. 

3 drawer filing cabinets usually fit underneath a desk but can be moved to a corner or under a window if needed. These filling cabinets are usually made out of metal and have separate drawers with movable dividers to help you store items of all sizes. 

Filling cabinets are usually used for files, but with different-sized drawers, you can store important documents, office supplies, notebooks, or even snacks for your workday. 

If you have a lot of important documents with sensitive information, a locking filing cabinet may be the best solution for you. These office cabinets can protect client information or important records for you in the event of a break-in. They can also help you keep from losing important items because they will be stored in a separate location than on your desk where they can get shuffled around. 

4- Mobile Filing Cabinets

Maybe one day you like all of your files to be stored right next to you or under your desk, but what do you do when the space starts to feel cramped? Mobile filing cabinets, or ones with wheels, can be moved around your office space to give you more freedom and can help increase productivity. 

5- Bookcases

For homeowners or business owners who don’t have the money to install new cabinets or built-in cabinetry, using bookcases can give you a similar look with a smaller price tag. Bookcases come in many different heights, widths, and materials and they can be purchased from many chain stores. While bookcases are not exactly office cabinets, they can help you stay organized in a less expensive way.

Bookcases can be customized to hold a variety of items, no matter their size. The only downside to bookcases is that all items you place on the shelves will be visible, so if you hate seeing clutter, you will have to keep it tidy or choose another option.

6- Office Pedestals

Similar to filing cabinets, office pedestals are usually shorter (2-3 drawers) and are usually mobile. They can fit in small corners, or you can use multiple of them without using a tall 6-drawer filing cabinet. Pedestals are also easily obtainable from stores like Ikea, Wayfair, and Amazon. 

Cabinet Solutions From Rasmussen Custom Cabinetry

Our team at Rasmussen Custom Cabinetry wants to help design any cabinet for home offices or office buildings. Custom cabinetry can help you be more productive, organized, and efficient. Whether your office is small or large, our cabinets can fit the atmosphere of your space. 
Reach out to us to design custom cabinets for the kitchen, office, bathrooms, bedrooms, and more!

White office cabinets and storage options are popular at home improvement stores, furniture shops, and even among cabinet builders. White office cabinets are a stunning choice, especially when contrasted with other colors, but are they right for you? For different consumers, some pros and cons may look different. In this blog, Rasmussen Custom Cabinetry wants to discuss, how your office situation could benefit from white cabinets and more about designing the best office space for your home. 

Reflecting Natural Light

White walls, white cabinets, and other white fixtures will reflect natural light throughout the home. Including white office cabinets in your workspace can help make the room brighter and help increase the sunlight that comes into the room. If you love working in the natural light and don’t want the office to feel stingy, including white office cabinets will work for you. 

Reflecting sunlight or even light from overhanging light fixtures can cause glare on computer screens, so just keep this in mind and have good window shades for when the light becomes too much. Your white cabinets will not be the only cause of glare inside your office, but they can increase the amount you experience. 

Do They Fit Well With The Rest Of Your Features?

Depending on the rest of your features and the colors of your walls, flooring, and furniture, will help determine whether white office cabinets will look appropriate in the space. Matching white cabinets can be tricky since they can reflect certain colors making them look dingy. Using darker colors to contrast the white is a safe option for an office space. Painting the walls a light gray, or having a dark carpet or laminate flooring will make the cabinets the focal point. 

Open And Inviting Or Cold And Clammy?

Depending on who you speak to, white office cabinets can give off a feeling of openness or they can feel too industry and clammy. White cabinets are a very popular choice for some home workers, but others feel like it makes their office feel uninviting or represent an overly sanitary space. 

White cabinets help to give clean lines and make the space look tidy. While this might not be the best option for your home office, having a tidy space may be appealing to some. This is why white cabinets are popular in other places like the kitchen, which sees daily use. It is best to do your research about color psychology and your personal preferences when it comes to colors in your home. Visit showrooms or match paint samples to other elements to get a feel for what the white office cabinets will look like in your space. 

Easily Show Signs Of Wear And Tear

Because white cabinets are bright, signs of wear and tear may be more obvious than on other cabinet options. All white cabinets are often painted and have dark or medium-colored wood underneath. Scratches, dents, or paint scuffs will show up much more on these light-colored cabinets compared to black or dark wood cabinets. 

If your office is going to be used by your kids or multiple people, white office cabinets may not be the best choice. If you still want white cabinets, one option you could consider is top cabinets that are white, while lower cabinets can be a darker color. Keeping your cabinets looking new comes down to how you take care of them. Following proper cabinet care, making touch-ups when needed, and keeping them clean will help prevent wear and tear from taking over the stunning look of the cabinet. 

Custom Cabinets With Rasmussen Custom Cabinetry

Here at Rasmussen Custom Cabinetry, we want to provide the best quality materials and customer service possible. Various homes have different needs and different personalities will want different cabinet solutions. Our experienced team can help you choose cabinet material, durable hardware, and whether to have your cabinets built-in. 

Storage options are the most important part of your home because they can protect your personal belongings and make your home look tidier. Rasmussen Custom Cabinetry wants to help you make your dream home a reality which is why we offer a variety of wood options, colors, paint and stain options, and cabinet solutions. Contact us today to get started on your home office or other projects.