Vanity Units

Are you looking for a new vanity unit for your bathroom or guest toilet? Then you're in the right place here at Reuter. Narrow or wide, wall-mounted or standing vanity units: you'll find a wide variety of price categories, colours and materials in our online store.

Vanity units are some of the most popular bathroom furniture items. This is probably because there is often no space for an additional bathroom cabinet. Baths and/or showers, toilets and bidets are simply more important. However, you also need a washbasin, so why not choose one with a vanity unit?

Homeliness is Key

The trend for comfortable bathrooms is reflected in the choice of vanity unit. The times where beautiful white cabinets were placed under the washbasin are long gone. Nowadays, they are available with high-polished fronts and in every colour imaginable. See for yourself when you browse the range in the Reuter online store.

In our store you'll find vanity units to fit a particular washbasin. They are either from the same range or designed for a specific washbasin. The benefit: all of them match perfectly together. For countertop basins and washbowls placed on top of the vanity unit, this of course changes things. You simply need to check that the vanity unit accommodates the size of the washbasin.

Our Top Manufacturers

The vanity units at Reuter are all produced by renowned brand manufacturers. Villeroy & Boch, Ideal Standard, Duravit, Laufen and Geberit (formerly Keramag) - it doesn't get better than this. Or perhaps Artiqua - the designer range from Pelipal. We offer all of the larger ranges such as Venticello, Subway 2.0, Icon and Renova Nr. 1 in our range. And the best thing: in our online store you'll find vanity units from top brands at far better prices than the manufacturer's recommended retail price.

What to consider when making your purchase

There is a huge choice when it comes to vanity units. They are designed for all kinds of washbasins, from countertop basins and drop-in basins to wall-mounted washbasins. They are also suitable for wall mounting or standing. With doors or pull-out compartments. In all colours and styles imaginable. We want to make choosing your new vanity unit a little easier with our following short guide:

Wall-mounted or standing?

Hanging vanity units are clearly in the majority in modern bathrooms. They make the bathroom look bigger. They also make cleaning easier. Naturally, careful mounting on the wall is required. This requires plenty of experience when it comes to lightweight walls.

To wall-mounted vanity units

Standing washbasin units immediately provide nostalgic character. Particularly when they come on four feet. There are also models that offer valuable storage space underneath. They have a weighty appearance about them. You don't need to think about mounting them on the wall.

To standing vanity units

What width? The width of the vanity unit should be based on the width of the washbasin. This is particularly important for built-in basins. Conveniently filter via width using our filter navigation. For example, you might be looking for a narrow washbasin unit for a guest toilet or small bathroom. Enter a maximum width of 55 centimetres, as small handwash basins are typically no larger than this.

Common widths in cm:

Which material to choose? Bathroom furniture is usually made from various wood-based materials such as MDF and plywood. As the buyer, the coating of the surface is usually more interesting. This completely changes the appearance of the vanity unit. Typical coatings are:

• Real wood veneer
• Glass
• Foil/thermofoil
• Paint
• Melamine

If you prefer a natural look then real wood veneer is the best option. This involves a thin layer of wood that is glued to the vanity unit. In contrast to heavy wood, this method has the advantage of not distorting when subjected to moisture. It is naturally also far cheaper to produce.

Glass-fronted bathroom furniture is also highly popular. They look elegant with their shiny surfaces and are easy to clean. However, they are prone to showing fingerprints. Toughened safety glass is typically used. This is highly durable and shatters into small, non-hazardous pieces if broken.

Foil coatings are very commonly used in vanity units. Foils are available in all colours and designs. Natural wood designs are a popular choice. They are extremely hard-wearing, moisture-resistant and easy to clean. There is also a risk of mechanical damage to the foil in poorer quality bathroom furniture.

Many dream of a vanity unit with lacquer surface. High-gloss surface is the keyword her. Be sure to check for quality however. You can't go wrong with hardened lacquer. This makes the surface more durable and less susceptible to scratches. It is still susceptible to fingerprints but that is often the case with highly polished finishes.

Melamine-coated surfaces are commonly found in vanity units. Paper is coloured or given a wood or stone appearance as decoration. A layer of melamine resin is then added for protection. This makes it well-equipped to withstand all the demands of a bathroom.

Types of washbasin In our shop you'll find vanity units for all types of washbasin. For example, you'll find units for:

• Countertop washbasins
• Double washbasins
• Drop-in washbasins
• Semi-recessed washbasins
• Undercounter washbasins
• Wall-mounted washbasins

To help you find the right vanity unit as quickly as possible, you can filter by washbasin installation type using our filter navigation. That way, you'll only be shown the vanity units that interest you.

Once you have chosen a vanity unit, you will usually be shown a matching washbasin. Simply look at the product detail page under the tab “Related Products”. In addition to washbasins, you'll find suggestions for mirror cabinets, mirrors and other products that match the unit.

For which washbasin are you looking for a vanity unit?

Features

Width, colour, material - that's all well and good. But which features should a vanity unit have? For example, bathroom units are available with

• drawers
• glass doors
• compartments
• baskets
• towel rails
• handles
• castors
• feet
• lighting

. Good advice is expensive, however only you alone can help. Find out exactly what you want and need. Some people require drawers whereas others prefer pull-out compartments. Some already have enough towel rails, others are happy to have an additional towel rail.

Installing a Washbasin with a Vanity Unit

Have you chosen a washbasin and vanity unit combination and now want to install it? No problem. We have published detailed instructions on how to install these in our shop.

Alternatives to Vanity Units

A vanity unit not what you're looking for? Then see what other options we have in store for you:

Mobile storage units are a good choice for small bathrooms. They can easily be moved to wherever they are needed. Including under the washbasin.

If you need more storage room, tall units offer a perfect alternative to vanity units. They are more suited to larger bathrooms.

Side units can be mounted onto the side of the washbasin. They are either combined with a washbasin countertop or mounted separately.

Bathroom racks offer open storage space. They can be freestanding or mounted onto the wall. They are available in a wide variety of sizes. You are sure to find something to suit you.

Sets comprising of a washbasin and vanity unit

In this section of our online store, you'll find vanity units without washbasins. If you want to include a washbasin you'll need to order this separately. There are other options though: sets comprising of a washbasin and a vanity unit are extremely popular. The vanity unit and washbasin come as part of a set. Take a look at our washbasin combinations category: both can be found there.