The Vanity Sets the Tone for Your Whole Bathroom
Every design decision in your bathroom flows from the vanity — your tile choice, mirror, lighting, hardware, even faucet colour. Get the vanity right and the rest falls into place.
Vanity Size Guide
| Bathroom Type | Vanity Width |
|---|---|
| Powder room | 18–30″ |
| Small 3-piece | 24–36″ |
| Main bath | 36–48″ |
| Master ensuite (single) | 48–60″ |
| Master ensuite (double) | 60–84″ |
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⚠ Estimate Disclaimer: These are only ROUGH estimates that can vary wildly. Do not take these numbers as gospel. Having a defined scope of work and exact selections will give you clarity.
Vanity Styles
Shaker
Recessed-panel doors. The most popular style in Calgary — works in modern, transitional, and traditional kitchens. Never goes out of style.
Flat Panel (Slab)
Minimalist, modern. No routed edges, no profiles. Very clean. Harder to keep clean in practice (fingerprints show more).
Furniture-Style
Legs or bracket feet, decorative moulding, looks like a piece of antique furniture. Great in traditional or farmhouse bathrooms.
Floating (Wall-Mounted)
Mounted to wall, no legs. Floor shows through — makes small bathrooms feel bigger. Most modern look.
Single vs Double Sink Vanity
You can fit two sinks at 60″ wide, but 72–84″ is comfortable. Double sinks in a 60″ space feel cramped. Better to have one big sink (30-36″ basin) with good counter space on either side than two cramped sinks.
Countertop Materials
| Material | Cost | Durability |
|---|---|---|
| Laminate (integrated) | Included in most stock vanities | OK, not premium |
| Cultured marble | $300–$700 | Good, scratch-prone |
| Quartz | $600–$2,000+ | Excellent, non-porous |
| Marble (natural) | $800–$3,000+ | Beautiful, porous, needs care |
| Concrete | $1,000–$3,500 | Unique, needs sealing |
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⚠ Estimate Disclaimer: These are only ROUGH estimates that can vary wildly. Do not take these numbers as gospel. Having a defined scope of work and exact selections will give you clarity.
Vanity Cost in Calgary
| Category | Width | Cost (Vanity Only) |
|---|---|---|
| Stock (IKEA, Home Depot) | 24–60″ | $400–$1,200 |
| Semi-custom (showroom) | 30–72″ | $1,200–$4,000 |
| Custom (cabinet shop) | Any size | $3,000–$10,000 |
| Luxury (European imports) | Any size | $6,000–$25,000+ |
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⚠ Estimate Disclaimer: These are only ROUGH estimates that can vary wildly. Do not take these numbers as gospel. Having a defined scope of work and exact selections will give you clarity.
Installation Cost in Calgary
- Basic vanity swap (same location): $400–$800 labour
- New vanity with plumbing relocation: $1,200–$2,500
- Wall-mounted vanity (blocking + mount): $800–$1,500
Hardware & Faucets
Match your faucet metal to other fixtures in the bathroom — towel bars, toilet paper holder, mirror frame. Popular finishes in Calgary right now: brushed gold, matte black, brushed nickel. Avoid chrome in modern bathrooms — it’s dated.
Favourite Brands in Calgary
- IKEA GODMORGON (budget, floating)
- Kohler, American Standard (mid-range)
- Robern, James Martin, Strasser (premium)
- Lacava, Ceramica Flaminia (luxury European)
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