Bathroom Vanities 1000mm - 1800mm
Choosing a vanity size comes down to a trade-off: too small, and counter space and storage fall short of what a household needs; too large, and the room feels cramped or a door catches the corner. This range covers the larger end of the choice, from a vanity of about a metre wide up to 1800mm, wide enough for a double-basin ensuite. The widths vary by range, and the narrowest sizes here are 1050mm and 1135mm, so one section below lists which widths exist.
What changes at a metre and wider
At smaller sizes, 600mm, 750mm or even 900mm, a vanity generally means a basin and a narrow sliver of counter space, with storage that's often tight. At around a metre and wider, that changes noticeably: counter space becomes usable, room enough for skincare, a soap pump, or a small styling touch, and drawers become wider and deeper, fitting a hairdryer, cleaning supplies and spare toilet rolls without a struggle. A vanity at this width reads less like a utility fitting and more like a considered piece of furniture, with real presence in the room.
Which widths exist in this range
If you searched for a 1000mm, 1m or 100cm vanity, note that no vanity in this range is exactly 1000mm wide. The narrowest sizes are 1050mm, in the Timberline Oxbow, Bargo and Kingsley, and 1135mm in the ADP Harper. The ADP Archie comes in 1350mm, and the ADP Harper also comes in 1435mm and 1735mm, which is the nearest match to a 1700mm vanity here. Across the ranges you will also find 1200mm, 1500mm and 1800mm, and some Timberline ranges continue to 2100mm, which you can compare in 2000mm to 2100mm vanities. Check the width of the exact size on the product page before you plan around it, because the options differ from range to range. For the brand ranges themselves, see Timberline and ADP.
Scaling up: 1200mm, 1500mm and 1800mm
As width increases beyond 1000mm, the case for a double basin gets stronger. The 1200mm is the narrowest width that comfortably supports two basins, though bench space between them stays limited, a trade-off many households still find worthwhile for having an individual sink each. 1500mm eases that trade-off. The two basins sit further apart, and the width still fits a standard-sized main bathroom or a larger ensuite. 1800mm is spacious territory. It suits a primary ensuite with room to spare, and it fits a double basin with clear counter space alongside.
Across this entire range, the same core decision applies: a single basin at any of these widths delivers maximum counter space and a simpler look, while a double basin trades some of that space for the practical benefit of not sharing a sink.
Wall-hung or freestanding?
Wall-hung vanities mount directly to the wall, leaving the floor beneath fully visible. This makes a bathroom feel larger, since the eye reads the floor continuing underneath, and makes cleaning simpler, since there's no cabinet base for dust to collect around. This suits a medium to larger bathroom aiming for a sleek, contemporary look.
Freestanding vanities sit on the floor, on legs or a solid plinth, and their main advantage is storage volume, since the cabinet extends closer to the floor, generally giving deeper bottom drawers or more cupboard space. They suit a traditional, classic or country-style bathroom well, and effectively conceal older, awkward floor plumbing that a wall-hung configuration can't hide without relocating the pipe.
Customising the details
Within this range you can usually choose the cabinet finish (white, a bold colour, or a timber look), the benchtop (acrylic, solid surface, or a stone-look engineered quartz), the basin (integrated into the top as one piece, or an above-counter basin sitting on top like a bowl), and the handles (a streamlined fingerpull, or a considered handle in matte black, brushed brass or chrome).
The vanities in this range come from Timberline, Marquis, ADP and Turner Hastings. Most are available in a choice of cabinet finish, benchtop and basin, and a double basin starts at 1200mm in some ranges and at 1350mm or 1500mm in others. For a one-off size or finish, see custom vanities.
A marble option from Turner Hastings
The Turner Hastings Coventry is a 1200mm single bowl vanity with an Italian Carrara marble top, solid rubberwood timber doors and sides, and Blum soft-close hardware. It includes an under-counter ceramic basin, a 100mm marble splashback and an adjustable internal shelf, and it suits heritage and Hamptons bathrooms. The plug and waste are bought separately.
Benchtops and basins
The benchtop sets the look and the upkeep. Solid surface tops such as Silk Surface, Symphony and Durasein give a smooth finish. Caesarstone is the stone-look engineered quartz option, and Dekton and Vasari are available on the Marquis Pier. A ceramic top such as the Victoria's Alpha Ceramic has the basin built in, so there is no join to clean. Because ceramic is kiln fired, its size can vary by 5mm either way, which is worth knowing when you are fitting between walls.
For basins, an above counter bowl sits on the bench and gives a taller profile, which pairs with a taller mixer. An under counter basin sits below the top, leaves the bench clear and gives an easy wipe across the edge. Browse the ensuite vanities if you need a slim depth, and the double vanities if two basins are the plan.
Choosing a style
- For a Hamptons or heritage room, look at the shaker fronts of the Provincial and the Pier, the Coventry marble top, or the Hamptons vanities.
- For a coastal room, the Anna shiplap, the Cove fluting and the Victoria coastal doors suit pale timber and white.
- For a contemporary room, a plain fingerpull front such as the Gold, the Nevada Plus or the Marshall keeps the lines clean.
- For texture, the Cove and the fluted vanities give a ribbed front without adding colour.
Practical checks before ordering
Plumbing should be confirmed first. Where the waste pipe and taps currently run, through the floor or through the wall, heavily influences which mounting style works best. Floor-based plumbing suits a freestanding vanity with a kickboard most easily, though a wall-hung vanity can still work if the pipes are relocated into the wall. Wall-based plumbing suits a wall-hung vanity well, since the cabinet conceals it entirely.
Tapware placement needs deciding early: a wall-mounted tap requires the plumbing planned into the wall before it's sheeted, while a deck-mounted tap needs the vanity top ordered with the correct tap holes. An above-counter basin may also need a taller basin mixer positioned beside the bowl rather than through it.
Drawers versus cupboards generally favours drawers, since a cupboard tends to become a dark space where items get lost at the back, while a drawer shows its full contents at a glance.
Door swing is worth measuring carefully, checking that both the bathroom door and any shower screen clear the vanity's corner, including its handles, before finalising a width.
Mirror sizing generally looks most balanced when matched closely to the vanity's width, a 900mm to 1200mm mirror above a 1200mm vanity, for instance, gives a clean, proportional line. A smaller mirror can still work if flanked by wall lights on either side, but a mirror much narrower than the vanity below it tends to look visually unbalanced.
How to measure for a vanity
- Measure the wall width between the side walls or fixed items, at bench height, not at the floor.
- Subtract any space you want to keep clear at each end. A gap of at least 50mm to 100mm beside a side wall makes it easier to reach and clean.
- Measure the depth from the wall to the front of the door, shower screen or toilet, and compare it with the vanity depth. The depths in this range include 390mm, 460mm and 500mm.
- Mark the waste and water positions on the wall or floor, and note their height.
- Check the door swing and the drawer travel, so the drawers open fully without hitting a door, a toilet or a screen.
Choose the widest vanity that leaves comfortable clearance at both ends. A vanity that fits the wall closely looks built in, and a vanity with a small gap at each side looks like furniture. Both are acceptable, and the choice is a matter of style.
Caring for the vanity
Wipe the cabinet and benchtop with a soft damp cloth and a mild cleaner, and dry the surface after use. Painted finishes such as the 2 pack polyurethane used on the Sutherland House vanities are hard-wearing and easy to clean. Wipe up standing water around the basin and tap, because water left on the edge of any cabinet can lift the finish over time. Avoid abrasive pads and strong solvents on the benchtop and the front panels.
Questions buyers ask about large vanities
Is there a 1000mm vanity in this range? No. The narrowest vanities here are 1050mm and 1135mm, and for a 1000mm space the 1050mm Timberline Oxbow, Bargo or Kingsley is the nearest fit.
Can a 1200mm vanity hold two basins? Yes, in some ranges. Check the size options on the product, and use the 1500mm and 1800mm widths when you want a double basin with a clear bench between the bowls.
Is the wall hung or the freestanding vanity the better choice? Wall hung suits a room where you want to see the floor, and a freestanding vanity suits a room where you want the extra storage and need to cover old floor plumbing. Most vanities in this range are wall hung.
Does the vanity come with a basin and a waste? It depends on the range. Many Timberline and Marquis vanities include an above counter basin. The ADP basins are chosen separately, and some wastes are sold separately, so check what is in the box before you order the plumbing parts.
Completing the bathroom
A vanity in this size range is easiest to finalise once the basin configuration and tapware direction are settled, since these decisions interact directly with the vanity's final specification. The Blue Space's basins, taps and mixers and mirrors are worth reviewing alongside a selection from this range to bring the full room together.
