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Multifunctional Contemporary bathroom furniture just like the vanity is fast becoming a bathroom trend because it is a good storage area that also holds the mirror and sinks. In these economic times however, having your own bathroom vanity can be considered as a luxury as this fixture can be quite expensive. But, if you're creative enough and you have an old cabinet or dresser just waiting for you at your attic, you have the option to make your own vanity for a lesser cost. Below are simple steps that you could follow to achieve a modern looking bath vanity made from your old cabinet or dresser.

Transforming old dressers or cabinets into modern bathroom vanities, be they double sink or single sink vanities, requires little reworking. The tools that you need to have for this project includes a cabinet or dresser, saw, sink fixtures, pencil, plumbing fixtures, screws, sealant and paint, L-brackets, anchors, and drill. To begin with your vanity project, measure your cabinet and dresser; this is important to know the type and size of sink that you would be using. If you want to save yourself from expenses, you could still use the sink that you are currently using in your bathroom. However, removing an old sink would only eat your time as it is laborious, so it would be better to purchase a new sink which would also complement the modern vanity design you want to achieve.

If you already have your sink, set it aside for a while because it will not be used during the initial stages of your project. Focus first on your cabinet or dresser by removing all its drawers, and at the back make a hole where you will slide your sink plumbing. Because modern bathroom vanities are stand alone furnishings, it is important to properly measure and mark the plumbing on your wall before making a whole at the back of your cabinet, so that you can be assured that the plumbing would complement your dresser or cabinet once you attach the whole fixture to the wall. If you're done making the holes, sand the rough edges of the holes to create a professional finish.

To copy the appearance of modern bathroom vanities, there are two ways to properly install your sink. First, if you are about to use a traditional sink that sits flat on top of a counter, trace the opening of the sink on the top of your cabinet, and then cut out the opening that you have traced with the use of a jigsaw. For the second option, if you intend to use a bowl type of sink, read the instructions included in the sink package to be able to know what kind of hole you have to make in order to properly fit the plumbing, and then cut this out on the top of your cabinet. Once you're done cutting the hole, test fit your sink, drain fittings and plumbing connections to ensure that they complement each other.

After fitting the sink, remove it first and paint your furniture that would correspond to the color palette of your bathroom. If there are certain modifications you have to make, be sure to do them first before you paint your vanity and before placing the sink in its position. Once your cabinet is dry, start making holes on the wall where you will permanently attach your contemporary bathroom furniture, place the L-brackets and anchors that will support your vanity, and set your furniture on its right position. Then, begin installing your sink.

To properly secure the spot of your sink on the countertop, first, flip over your sink and place a sealant around its inside lip. After which, carefully lower it down to the vanity and remove sealant residue. Lastly, install the water supply lines. You can now enjoy your homemade modern bath vanity.

Contemporary bathroom furniture, such as modern bathroom vanities, is very popular among homeowners and home designers. However, as vanities can be a bit expensive, many homeowners prefer making their own modern bath vanity from their old furnishings such as cabinets and dressers. Aside from saving money, a home made vanity also allows you to make room for your own design.