Hey, hey, hey! Guess what? Aside from a few small tasks (replacing the broken light switch plate and perhaps getting a runner), our master bathroom remodel is done. Finishing the vanity was our last job, and it’s ready to rock.
Ben built everything, and in a similar way to our old kitchen cabinets. (If you have questions, feel free to ask!) After talking to a custom cabinetry shop, he did make a few tweaks. The custom shop uses white melamine for the cabinet box and Blum Tandem Plus drawer glides, so that’s what we used. Because these glides are designed to be ‘hidden’, the drawer bases have a 1/2 inch lip around the sides and front. No visible glides on the sides:
Ben used his table saw to cut a channel for the MDF to fit into.
We wanted a wooden vanity to add some much-needed warmth to the room. American Walnut is a favorite of mine, with its deep, rich color. After joining the boxes together, we, um, Ben faced the fronts with walnut. I came by after and filled the small cracks and nail holes.
One of the reasons we chose a vessel sink was to have usable, full-sized top drawers. To make this possible, Ben ran all the sink plumbing down the 5 inch center of the vanity.
An access hole inside the cabinet is usable with the drawers pulled out, if we ever need to work on the sink.
For a simple, modern look, we kept flat panel drawer fronts. (Sorry for the terrible lighting, I took these at night).
For the finish coat, I decided to experiment with Teak Oil. I love the ability to recoat without having to completely sand down the wood. And the oil looks amazing, bringing out all the beautiful grain and color. See the right stack, without oil? Ashy and blah.
After a full day of dry time, the vanity was almost ready.
Modern cylinder handles finish it off. To mark the holes, I put pieces of tape near the center then measured and marked on the tape. Ben drilled and pulled off the tape. Worked like a charm.
Hey handsome, do you come here often? Oh, you do? Wanna come home with me?
Of course it took me two seconds to start organizing the drawers. Here’s Ben’s side:
And my top drawer:
When the sun cooperates, I’ll snap a ton of pictures to show full before and afters. I’m pretty sure, no, completely sure, this is our fastest full remodel. We demo’d mid November and I’m calling it done today; only 2 1/2 months.
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Amazing. Well done. Be proud.
Aww, thanks Pine Tree Home! We’re so happy with this whole project. Glad you like it, too. 🙂
That is so beautiful!
Thanks so much, Amy!
wow…love it!
Glad you love it, too, Lorie! We are so happy with the results of our hard work.
Thanks!
Amanda
Two words Amanda…HOLY HELL!!! So So So gorgeous. You guys are DIY renovation rockstars!!
Hey S!
Ha, I’m guessing that means you like it?! 😉 Thanks so much for your super sweet encouragement, lady!
Thanks!
Amanda
BEAUTIFUL!!
Thank you, Frances! We like it, too. 🙂
That is so beautiful. Amazing.
Hi Tanja!
Why thank you! We’re in love.
Thanks!
Amanda
This is SOOOO beautiful, and so similar what I had in mind for our main bathroom vanity. I’ll have to show it to the hubs and tell him to get to work hehe
Hey Rebecca!
Thanks for being so sweet! Show the hubs and tell get him started. 😉 Happy renovating!!
Thanks!
Amanda
Very beautiful! Congratulations.
Thank you, Barbara H!
It looks fantastic!!!
Aww, thanks, Angel! We’re pretty happy with it, too.
You all did an amazing job! Enjoy it. . .
Hi Bonita!
We most certainly are enjoying it. So nice to have a clean, relaxing bathroom, especially after how many hours of hard work. Totally worth it!
Thanks!
Amanda
How about a few more pictures? Would love to see the vanity and tub area in the same pictures!
Hi Teresa!
I’m planning a full before and after post with tons of pictures and links from projects. Just have to get a sunny day. 🙂
Thanks!
Amanda
Oh my gosh! So so pretty!
Thanks, Julia! You’re such a sweetie! 🙂
Wow-you have so much vision! It is absolutely gorgeous and I really wouldn’t go bigger with the mirror, I think it’s really pretty just as it is!
Hi Sara!
You are always so wonderful and encouraging! Thank you!! And I’m liking the mirror with the rope up. Fills in more. We’ll see how it goes.
Thanks!
Amanda
Wowza!!!
Manda, you’re amazing. I love it. Can’t wait for Seamus to see it. And do you hire out??? 😛 I have a pink and sea foam bath waiting for some TLC… lol… you’re working up my master bath envy (in a good way of course). Lots of love, lady. Keep it up!
Aww, thank you for being so, so sweet, Mallory! I wish we could hire out and travel around. 🙂 If you want help with your bathroom, I’m always happy to offer advice and planning.
It’s a deal. 🙂 I really like those towels and the arrows, btw.
Awesome job, love the color of the walnut vanity, and the contrast between the industrial vibe of the steel and warmth of the wood.
Hi lwbil!
Why thank you! I’m a sucker for any kind of contrast and I too love the warm wood against the cold stainless. 🙂
Thanks!
Amanda
It looks great Amanda! I love how the wood grain is so visible! Beautiful 🙂
Hey Esther!
You are so, so sweet! Isn’t that grain amazing? I just want to pet it. 🙂
Thanks!
Amanda
now this is a nice bathroom! great job!
Hi Trina!
Thanks, lovely! I’m really happy with it, too.
Thanks!
Amanda
Oh my gorgeous! I love, LOVE the dark walls with the wood on the vanity…my favorite combo! Great job!
Hey Jamie!
That’s my facorite combo, too. The wood was definitely needed to warm everything up. Glad you like it so much!
Thanks!
Amanda
Dark and handsome?!?! I think so!!!!!! Love it Amanda and thank you so much for answering all of my silly questions! Eric is knee-deep in finalizing our vanity to prep for sanding and then staining/painting! 🙂
Hey Ashley!
You bet! I’m always happy to help if I can. 🙂 Always fun to see the progress and get a project done. Happy building!!
Thanks!
Amanda
Where did the mirror come from?
Hi Ttp!
I found the mirror at Hobby Lobby in the clearance section. 🙂
Thanks!
Amanda
Wow this is a really nice vanity. Great job. I have a question. You said the drawers were “covered” in Walnut. Does this mean that Ben used Walnut veneer over wood or that he used 3/4″ thick walnut boards? What about the exterior carcass of the vanity? Is that Walnut veneer? If so, Where did you buy the veneer sheets? How expensive are they? I’m building a bachelors chest for our bedroom and I was considering using Walnut plywood and veneering the exterior of the drawer boxes. If veneering the entire exterior is a cheaper option, I’d certainly consider it. I live in Michigan and any quality lumber has to be special ordered.
Hi Ayisha!
Thank you so much for your sweet compliments on the vanity. Ben used 3/4 inch thick American Walnut for every visible piece, including the side panels. If I remember correctly, walnut plywood is about $105 per sheet, so you could use that instead of the solid walnut. Because the solid walnut was $6.50 per square foot, it was actually cheaper for us to use pieces instead of plywood because we needed less than half a sheet. Hope that helps, but I’m always happy to answer questions. 🙂
Thanks!
Amanda
Love the remodel! Does the metal countertop get scratched or make a lot of noise at all?
Hello Alysse!
Yes, the stainless steel counter does get scratched, but isn’t super noisy. Think of it like a stainless sink. It’s a non-porous surface and easy to clean. Let me know if you have more questions!
Thanks!
Amanda
Looks great. What color is on the walls?
Thx,
Eirn
Hi Erin!
The color is Benjamin Moore’s Wrought Iron in a flat finish. I absolutely adore the color and the drama it adds to the room.
Thanks so much!
Amanda
Hi, Amanda-
It’s uncanny how closely your bathroom resembles what I’ve been planning to do with my own (at least as to color scheme and overall feel– my bathroom is TINY!). I found some fabulous 5 inch hexagonal slate tiles and I’m still trying to decide whether to use white wood– either beadboard, planking like yours, or board and batten– or just go with while subway tile. I think I’ll be doing the upper walls in Benjamin Moore’s Flint, which is, I think, a tad bluer than Wrought Iron. I had given up on finding a walnut vanity in the dimensions I need but yours is an inspiration. Would you be willing to share plans/instructions? I’ll have to alter the dimensions but I was totally afraid of trying to build something myself and can’t afford custom.
Thanks a million!
Lauren
Hi Lauren!
Wow, they are super similar!!! I love the hexagon idea. So fun. As for the cabinet, it might be easiest to buy a basic cabinet, then add the walnut yourself. That way you’re skipping the majority of the building, and can just do the pretty part. Feel free to send me an email at ourhumbleabodeblog@gmail.com and we can discuss building and/or facing a stock cabinet. 🙂
Thanks!
Amanda
I love your bathroom. I was wondering where you found the arrows on the wall. I am hoping to recreate this look!
Hello Greer!
The arrows were passed down from my father-in-law, but you can easily find some on Etsy and Ebay. Antique shops have them occasionally, too. Good luck in your search.
Thanks!
Amanda
It is really handsome. What color is the wall? Husband really like it.
Thanks,
Dina