Wall Hung Vanities

Wall-Hung Vanities: The Brilliant Design Trick That Makes Your Whole Bathroom Better

You’re finally doing it. You’re planning a bathroom renovation, and you're staring at all the beautiful vanity options, trying to figure out which one is The One. Honestly, we get it—it’s a lot to take in! Look, the way we see it is, the vanity is the hero of the whole room. It sets the style, controls the flow, and holds all your bits and pieces.

But choosing the right one can feel a bit overwhelming, we know. So many colours. So many sizes. Just so many decisions! But listen, if you want a space that feels instantly bigger, cleaner, and completely modern, there is one clear winner in our book, hands down: the wall-hung vanity. We call them floating vanities sometimes. They are absolute gold. Our team here at The Blue Space has seen so many customers fall in love with this style because it just completely transforms a room, plain and simple. We want you to feel that exact same excitement, that "I nailed it" moment.

Wait, What Exactly Is a Floating Vanity?

That's a fair question, and honestly, the answer is super, super straightforward. A wall-hung vanity—or a wall-mounted vanity unit—is exactly what the name suggests. It's a vanity cabinet that gets fixed straight onto the wall, leaving the entire floor space beneath it totally clear. That’s it.

It’s the exact opposite of those traditional vanities that stand right on the tiles, the ones that have a kickboard hiding the floor. That exposed space underneath? That’s the magic. It makes an enormous difference visually, creating that incredible illusion of space and lightness. It looks like a piece of furniture that’s hovering, which is exactly why everyone calls them "floating vanities." It’s an instant design boost. Nothing complicated about it.

Where Do These Wall-Mounted Beauties Work Best?

The true genius of the wall-hung vanity is just how flexible it is; you can put one practically anywhere. Seriously. Whether you’re dealing with a tiny poky powder room or a massive family bathroom, they just work. They adapt.

For a smaller space, like a guest loo or a compact ensuite, they are absolute lifesavers. By lifting the vanity off the floor, you show off more of your flooring, and suddenly, the room instantly feels twice as big. It’s a genuine design trick that never fails. But hey, don't think they're only for the little areas. In a huge main bathroom, a long, double vanity that’s floating creates this absolutely stunning, streamlined architectural feature. It’s pure, simple luxury.

What our team always recommends is thinking about who’s using the room every day. If it's your main family bathroom, you'll need maximum storage, so go for those deep, organised drawers. If it's just a guest bathroom, you might be able to get away with a much sleeker, slimline vanity that keeps the footprint nice and small. See? They bend and adapt to whatever your home needs them to do.

Breaking Down Your Floating Vanity Choices

Once you’ve settled on the wall-mounted style, you get to the best bit: picking out the specifics! This is where your personality really starts to shine through. We carry an amazing range of bathroom vanities and furniture here at The Blue Space, and we’ve sorted the types to help you narrow it down easily.

The Materials: Move Beyond Basic White

• Solid Timber Vanities: These are warm, natural, and immediately bring an authentic, earthy feel to the space. They wear their age well, too. We love the beautiful, genuine timber options from Ingrain and Timberline for that truly artisan look.

• Coloured & Textured Finishes: Don't be scared to try some colour! A deep black, a sage green, or a beautiful navy can look absolutely stunning against neutral tiles. Or, get into texture with things like fluted vanities—that ribbed, tactile look is seriously popular right now and adds an incredible visual interest.

• Classic White: You just cannot go wrong here. It’s crisp, bright, and genuinely works with every single style, from ultra-modern to Hamptons vanities. A timeless choice.

The Shape and Style: Straight Lines or Soft Curves

• Standard Square/Rectangle: The trusty classic choice. They give you the absolute maximum storage inside the cabinet footprint. They are the most efficient option.

• Curved Vanities: These introduce a soft, gorgeous, elegant counterpoint to all those straight lines you usually find in a bathroom. If you’re craving a bit of softness and luxury, a curved edge is absolutely the way to go. Marquis has some really stunning, gentle curves in their ranges.

• Custom Vanities: Sometimes, the space just has unusual dimensions, and it needs something made perfectly for it. We work with incredible Australian suppliers like ADP to help you get the exact size, finish, and internal configuration you need.

The Size Factor: Getting the Proportions Spot On

Size is completely critical, especially with a floating unit where the proportions really need to look spot-on against the wall. We have so many sizes, you will definitely find the right fit, absolutely guaranteed. Need something tiny for a small powder room? Check out our 400mm-600mm vanities or small vanities. Looking for a standard main bath size? The 900mm vanities and 1200mm vanities are eternally popular. Got a huge space and want to make a splash? You can go all the way up to 2000mm and 2100mm for a truly grand statement.

• 750mm Vanities
• 800mm Vanities
• 1100mm Vanities
• 1400mm Vanities
• 1500mm Vanities
• 1800mm Vanities
• And our full medium to large selection: 1000mm-1800mm Vanities

The Real-World Perks of Wall-Mounted Units

Okay, so you've seen they look absolutely gorgeous, but the advantages of a wall-mounted vanity actually go way beyond just being pretty. They seriously improve how you live in and feel about your bathroom. This is why our team gets so enthusiastic about them.

1. That Amazing, Instant Feeling of Space

This is probably the number one reason everyone chooses a floating unit. When the floor is completely visible underneath the vanity, your eye travels uninterrupted across the entire room. It feels lighter. It feels bigger. Seriously, it’s the cheapest, easiest trick in the design book to make a smaller room feel genuinely airy.

2. Cleaning Becomes a Breeze

Remember how annoying it is to scrub right around the dusty, damp base of a heavy floor-standing cabinet? It's the worst. With a wall-hung unit, you can literally run the mop or the vacuum cleaner straight underneath it. Two seconds. Done. This is a massive, massive win for busy families, and let’s be honest, it’s just much more hygienic, too.

3. You Get to Pick the Perfect Height

Floor-standing vanities are just fixed at whatever height they are built to. Tough luck. But because a wall-mounted vanity unit is installed right onto the wall studs, your builder or plumber can choose the absolute perfect height for you and your family. Taller people might want it a bit higher. Families with young kids might want it slightly lower. You are in total control! This is a simple, often forgotten detail that genuinely makes your day-to-day life better.

4. A Clean, Sophisticated Look

These vanities just look more high-end, period. They bring this clean, linear, architectural feel that instantly updates any bathroom, even if you’re keeping some of your old tiles. They are a clear statement of modern, thoughtful design. Brands like BelBagno, Turner Hastings, and Otti all offer beautiful lines that really nail this modern, high-end feel.

Practical Stuff: Don’t Forget These Bits!

We’re your experts, so we're going to give you the honest rundown of the practical stuff. You need to know these couple of things before you fully commit to the floating style.

The Installation Needs Planning

Because the vanity is floating, it needs to be fixed incredibly securely to the wall studs or to a really sturdy frame that’s built into the wall cavity. This means you have to plan ahead, especially if you’re doing a full tear-out renovation. The plumber needs to know exactly where the pipes need to come out of the wall, and the builder needs to make sure the wall can hold all the weight. Don't stress though, any quality, licensed builder or plumber knows exactly how to do this job properly. Just make sure you talk to them really early on in the planning phase. Planning is absolutely everything when it comes to these units.

Waste Pipe Location Is Important

Since the entire underside of the vanity is visible, you need to think about your plumbing waste pipe. You simply can't have it coming straight out of the floor and then up into the vanity; it would completely ruin that clean, floating look! The waste pipe needs to go directly into the wall instead. Once again, just tell your plumber that you want a wall-hung unit, and they’ll adjust the pipe placement for you. It’s an easy adjustment for them, but you can’t forget to mention it before the walls go up.

Storage Is Smart, Not Necessarily Huge

Okay, we aren't going to lie to you. A floor-standing vanity might technically give you a fraction more raw cupboard space since the cabinet goes right down to the tiles. But the beautiful thing about modern floating vanities is that they use the space they have so cleverly. They are all about deep, well-thought-out drawers and smart internal compartments. You just need to be a little more organised. And honestly, isn't that actually a good thing? It stops you from hoarding those half-empty bottles of sunscreen and ancient makeup from five years ago.

Ready to find your perfect floating hero? Jump across to check out our full range of bathroom vanities. We promise you’ll find a wall-hung vanity that you’ll fall in love with. Happy designing!