Semi Recessed Vanities

A semi-recessed vanity uses a basin that sits partly within the cabinet and projects forward beyond the cabinet front. This allows the cabinet itself to be shallower than many standard vanities while still providing a comfortable basin area. It is especially useful in narrow bathrooms, ensuites and powder rooms where walkway space is limited. The current MBS range includes compact freestanding options with depths around 300–360mm. If you are still comparing layouts, browse the Bathroom Vanity collection or Compact Vanities.

Measure the available wall width, cabinet depth and total basin projection. The cabinet may be only 300–360mm deep, but the basin extends further into the room, so do not judge walkway space from cabinet depth alone. Also check clearance from toilets, shower screens and bathroom doors. The current collection includes widths around 410mm, 600mm, 750mm, 900mm and 1200mm depending on the model. For smaller layouts, compare Compact Vanities or browse the wider Bathroom Vanity collection.

It can be. The main advantage is the shallower cabinet, which can preserve valuable walkway space while the projecting basin still provides a practical washing area. This can make a semi-recessed design useful where a standard 460mm-deep vanity feels too bulky. However, a shallower cabinet generally provides less internal storage, so consider what you need to keep inside the vanity. If storage is more important than reducing projection, a standard Freestanding Vanity may suit better. For very tight rooms, also compare Compact Vanities.

Often, but check the waste position, water connections and internal cabinet layout before ordering. Because the cabinet is shallower, there can be less room to accommodate plumbing than in a standard-depth vanity. Drawers can also restrict where the waste pipe can run. The current MBS range includes doors-only and doors-and-drawers configurations, so plumbing flexibility varies by model. Compare different layouts in the Semi-Recessed Vanity collection and have your plumber confirm compatibility if the existing rough-in is unusual.

Check the tap-hole configuration, basin shape and available mounting area before choosing the mixer. Some semi-recessed basins are designed for a short basin mixer mounted directly on the basin, while other layouts may work with wall-mounted tapware. Spout reach is important because the basin projects forward; the water should land comfortably inside the bowl without excessive splash. The current MBS collection specifically suggests pairing selected semi-recessed vanities with a short basin mixer or wall mixer. Browse the Tapware & Shower collection when comparing suitable finishes and configurations.

Choose according to storage needs and plumbing position. Doors-only cabinets usually provide flexible open storage and can make it easier to work around waste pipes. A doors-and-drawers layout separates smaller everyday items from larger bottles and cleaning products, but the drawers may reduce the space available for plumbing. The current semi-recessed range includes both configurations. If storage organisation is important, compare the available models in the Semi-Recessed Vanity collection. If you have more room and want additional storage capacity, also browse Freestanding Vanities

Before ordering, confirm the cabinet width and depth, full basin projection, plumbing position, storage configuration, tap-hole arrangement and clearance around nearby fixtures. Also check whether the basin is included with the vanity and whether the selected mixer suits the basin design. For tight bathrooms, mark the complete basin projection on the floor so you can see how much walkway space remains. If you are still comparing compact solutions, browse the Semi-Recessed Vanity collection, Compact Vanities and wider Bathroom Vanity range before finalising the order.