Glossary · Bathroom terms

Vanity Lighting Placement

Definition

Positioning light at the mirror to eliminate face shadows — ideally sconces at both sides at ~66 in., not solely an overhead fixture. A design-and-electrical rough-in decision.

Source: NKBA — Bath Planning Guidelines

  • Rough-In

    The stage where plumbing, electrical, and HVAC lines are run inside open walls and floors before insulation and drywall. Rough-in must pa…

  • Vanity Top

    The countertop on the vanity, often with an integrated or undermount sink. Common materials are quartz, cultured marble, and solid surface.

  • Vanity Light

    Task lighting at the mirror. Best placed at both sides at face height to eliminate shadows; a single overhead fixture alone is the most c…

  • Vessel Faucet

    A tall faucet sized to reach over the rim of a vessel (above-counter) sink. Height is matched to the specific basin to avoid splashing.

  • Vanity Countertop

    The bath counter surface. Smaller than a kitchen run, so premium stone is more attainable; moisture and cosmetic-product resistance matte…

  • Walk-In Tub

    A high-wall tub with a watertight door for step-in entry and seated bathing, an accessibility fixture. Long fill/drain times and cost are…

  • Vanity

    The bathroom cabinet that houses the sink and provides storage and counter space. The bath equivalent of the kitchen's base-cabinet run a…

  • Wall-Hung Toilet

    A toilet mounted to an in-wall carrier with a concealed tank, floating off the floor. A premium space-saving look that requires opening t…

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