Medicine Cabinets have stood the test of time with their practicality and versatility. They can be used to hide previously cluttered bathrooms or add storage to very modest bathrooms without much space. Their versatility allows them to fit with any style of home. These characteristics are what keep medicine cabinets relevant today.
2 Types of Medicine Cabinets
Recessed
This type has a majority of the cabinetry hidden in the wall. They must be framed in between the interior studs of the bathroom wall with both electrical and plumbing accounted for. Making sure you have the proper dimensions, and which features your cabinet has, is crucial to a successful installation. Otherwise, you might end up with a surface mount, and limit the capabilities of the product.
Surface
This type sticks out of the wall and takes up visual space from the profile view. These are mounted on the wall and don’t require the same preliminary planning. These can be hung post-build to add extra storage space.
Special Features
Due to the amazing efficiency of medicine cabinets, it has influenced the average design we often see today. Such features include:
Mirror Coverage
If you’re using this cabinet because you have limited space, this can guarantee your mirror coverage will still be plentiful.
- Multi-panel
- Interior & Exterior
- Magnifying
Lighting
LED lighting can be used to replace standard vanity light fixtures or add to existing ones.
- Dimmable
- Interior & Exterior
- Night Light
Outlets
USB and electrical outlets can hide electric toothbrushes or hair razor cords when charging. This opens a little more counter space keeping things neat.
Enhanced Experience
These are features that truly innovate the standard design and enhance the utility to become a luxury piece.
- Defogger
- Speakers
- Magnetic Strip for Organization
The various different types and features can be a great solution to any bathroom remodel. Whether you’re keeping it simple or have extravagant taste, there are functions that can elevate any bathroom remodel!