Glossary · Bathroom terms

Vanity Top

Definition

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

Source: Wikipedia — Countertop

Where this comes up on this site

  • Cultured Marble

    A molded composite of stone particles and resin, often a one-piece vanity top with integrated sink. An economical, seamless, low-maintena…

  • Marble

    A classic bath surface for its veining, but soft and acid-sensitive — etches from common bathroom products. A high-design, higher-mainten…

  • Quartz

    Engineered stone, the same material as in kitchens, widely used for vanity tops because it is non-porous and needs no sealing — ideal aro…

  • Solid Surface

    An acrylic/polyester composite (e.g., Corian) used for seamless vanity tops with integrated sinks and shower walls; repairable by sanding.

  • 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…

  • 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 Lighting Placement

    Positioning light at the mirror to eliminate face shadows — ideally sconces at both sides at ~66 in., not solely an overhead fixture. A d…

  • 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…

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