This project started because a corner bathroom vanity that fit my space requirements and budget did not exist. A plan specific to what I exactly needed also did not exist. After combing through what plans I found online, the Wall Kitchen Corner Cabinet best matched what I wanted. I modified it with the Momplex Sink Base Kitchen Cabinet in order to turn it into a sink base.
But, there was a problem. I hadn't actually built anything before. In order to get at least one project under my belt, I built the Vintage Step Stool. It turned out great, so I figured I was ready to go! Strangely enough, after spending about $100 and several weekends picking away at this project, it was done! It looked great, even. Then, I moved the vanity into the bathroom and realized that, while it may have looked great, it wasn't very square. Lesson learned was that this is a two person project. It is too difficult to keep things square and screw at the same time when there is only one person.
At this point, everyone was tired of having to use the kitchen sink to brush their teeth and wash their hands, so we needed to get this project done. $100 later, we had more material. Since I had figured out what needed to be done with the first vanity, let's call it our prototype, the second vanity went together REALLY quickly.
Within a few hours, it was pieced together. Since it was going to be painted, we used Bondo to cover up our imperfections. Yes, of course there were imperfections. While much better than the prototype, it still was only my third woodworking project. Sanding, caulking, and priming took another hour or so. A few coats of the finish paint went on, followed by a couple more coats of a clear sealer, and it was done.
We moved it into place, screwed it to the wall, put the soapstone countertop on along with the sink and faucet, and it truly was complete. Sink is Kohler, faucet came from our local Habitat for Humanity store and I'm not sure what brand it is, and the soapstone came from soapstones.com. If we had oiled the soapstone with mineral oil, it would be a very dark gray.
Comments
groovymom2000
Mon, 07/04/2011 - 08:43
Very nice! I like it!
Very nice! I like it!
Pam the Goatherd
Mon, 07/04/2011 - 09:46
Spectacular!
Spectacular!
Ana White
Mon, 07/04/2011 - 12:40
wow, this is just perfect!
wow, this is just perfect! Love it!
emmarosemc
Tue, 07/05/2011 - 14:06
That looks so adorable!
That looks so adorable!
Guest (not verified)
Fri, 07/29/2011 - 23:37
BEAUTIFUL!!
this is perfect! i totally need a bunch just like this! I love the added doors!
Pam in Colorado (not verified)
Sat, 09/17/2011 - 12:48
Perfect
This is the look I'd like, fit the baskets and hide them behind doors until you are ready to do the laundry. These could be made for bedrooms, bathrooms, toy rooms (okay, toys instead of dirty laundry)...
Amy Pugh (not verified)
Tue, 10/11/2011 - 20:42
Would you mind sharing the
Would you mind sharing the dimensions for this cabinet? Love this idea!!!! Great job!
Guest (not verified)
Fri, 11/11/2011 - 08:05
Help!
I absolutely love this! Could you please add instructions on how to make/paint and install the doors? I am a newbie to making my own furniture. Thanks!
Guest (not verified)
Wed, 01/11/2012 - 08:29
I love this idea! I will have
I love this idea! I will have a new bathroom soon and I think this will get used! What are the dimensions, or what style cabinet would you suggest to look for? TIA!
Guest (not verified)
Tue, 01/24/2012 - 16:42
Share dimensions!!!
Share dimensions!!!
Jennifer Simmons (not verified)
Fri, 02/17/2012 - 05:57
The dimensions are the same
The dimensions are the same as Ana's plan: http://ana-white.com/2010/11/laundry-basket-dresser except that the top is slightly bigger (3/4" overhang on front/sides) to look more like a countertop. On the doors we just made a frame w/ angled pieces, routed a notched line on the back & glued/nailed some beadboard in from the back. Sorry I can't be much more detailed on that, a friend did most of the doors for me!
Guest (not verified)
Sun, 02/19/2012 - 07:42
Baskets Used?
I actually got the plywood to do this project and I was going to add doors. I looked at the baskets suggested but it seems they would stick out the front. I was just curious, did you use different baskets that would fit inside the cabinet or did you make the cabinet slightly deeper?
Jennifer Simmons (not verified)
Sat, 02/25/2012 - 05:36
depth/baskets
Actually I discovered the same problem after it was built. I just didn't put a back on and they stick out a tiny bit in the back. I actually kind of like it that way because it lets some air in (being in the bathroom and putting towels in I could see it getting mildewy without much circulation). But if I had gotten the baskets first I probably would have made it about 2" deeper, then leave some open space, but not all, on the back.