Timberline Takano Vanities Buying Guide
The Timberline Takano is a minimalist vanity with inset door and drawer fronts set inside a 16mm surround, giving a clean, structured face. It comes wall hung or floor standing, with a 20mm SilkSurface top and a white gloss ceramic above counter basin. It suits contemporary and Japandi bathrooms that want a made-to-order finish with simple lines.
What is the difference between the wall hung and floor standing Takano?
Both are 460mm deep, but the wall hung Takano is 600mm high and floats above the floor, while the floor standing version is 850mm high and sits on the floor. Wall hung leaves the floor clear for cleaning and makes a small room feel larger. It needs noggings fitted between the studs before the wall is lined. Floor standing suits rooms where pipes come up through the floor or the walls are already tiled.
What sizes and basin positions are available?
The Takano comes in 900mm with a left or right bowl, 1200mm with a centre bowl, and 1500mm and 1800mm with a centre bowl or a double bowl. An offset bowl leaves a clear run of bench on one side, and left or right hand drawer options are available. A 900mm vanity suits one basin in a family bathroom. A 1500mm gives a comfortable double, and 1800mm gives two people more elbow room.
What is a SilkSurface top?
SilkSurface is a 20mm acrylic solid surface with a smooth finish and a granite-look appearance. It is non-porous, so water and everyday spills wipe away easily. Clean it with a soft damp cloth and mild detergent, avoid abrasive pads, and don't put hot items straight onto the surface.
Is an above counter basin practical?
Yes, and it shows off the basin's shape more than an inset or undermount design. Because the bowl sits on the bench, it adds to the working height, so check the finished rim height against the person who will use it most. The plug and waste are not included. Confirm your waste suits the basin before ordering.
What finishes and tap hole options are there?
The cabinet comes in a Timberline woodgrain veneer, with vertical grain as standard, or in a painted finish. It is built on a moisture resistant board carcase with soft close European hinges. The top is made with 0, 1 or 3 tap holes. Choose 0 for wall-mounted tapware, and pick your taps first so the holes line up.
How is a Takano vanity installed?
Take the specification sheet for your size to your plumber before ordering, as dimensions must be confirmed on site. The wall should be plumb and flat; pack the cabinet out rather than following a bowed wall, which can twist the joinery. Use a filler panel beside a side wall or architrave so drawers and doors clear. Seal the top and cabinet with silicone, hand-tighten the waste, then adjust doors and drawers once the cabinet is level.
Completing the room
Explore the full Timberline vanities range, compare wall hung and freestanding vanities, or choose a mixer from bathroom taps and mixers at The Blue Space.
