Highly functional contemporary bathroom furniture pieces such as the vanity is becoming an important bathroom fixture because of its ability to hold multiple items such as drawers, mirror and the sink. In these economic times however, having your own bathroom vanity can be considered as a luxury as this fixture can be quite expensive. However, if you really want to have a modern looking bath vanity and you have the creativity and patience to do DIY projects, then it's about time to dust off your old cabinet or dresser and make it your own vanity. Below are some simple steps that you could follow to start creating your homemade bath vanity.

Making antique dressers or cabinets into modern bathroom vanities, whether a double sink or single vessel, requires few and easy alterations. 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 get things started, measure the size of your cabinet in order to know the size and type of sink that you will use. If you want to save yourself from expenses, you could still use the sink that you are currently using in your bathroom. However, the only drawback with this option is that you would still have to remove the sink from its connections which means extra work for you, so it would be more preferable if you buy a new one as you could also use it for the years to come.

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. As modern bathroom vanities are stand alone fixtures, make sure that you properly measure and mark the plumbing on your wall before you make a hole so that it would properly correspond to the cabinet or dresser once it is put in place. Be sure to sand all the holes you make to have a smooth finish.

To achieve the look of modern bathroom vanities, you have two options when installing 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're going to use a bowl type sink, make sure to read the instructions contained in the package of your sink that concerns the plumbing hole, and then follow these instructions when cutting the hole. 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, remove the sink first and paint your cabinet or dresser in accordance to your bath space's color scheme or depending on your preferred color. If you have to make some modifications, attend to them all before you paint your cabinet and before you permanently install your sink. Once your cabinet paint dries up, attach your contemporary bathroom furniture to the wall with the use of a drill, L-brackets and anchors, which would support your vanity. Then, start placing 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. Now, you can indulge on the beauty and functions of your homemade modern bath vanity.

Modern bathroom vanities are among the most sought after contemporary bathroom furniture pieces in the market today. Aside from their beautiful designs and finishes, they are also revered for their functionality. If you want to have your own modern bath vanity but you're a bit short on budget, don't worry you can create your own vanity from your old cabinet or dresser. All you need is a bit of creativity and some tools to aid you in your project.