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A cupboard that hangs over the bathroom sink or vanity is called a medicine cabinet. It’s not only a great place to store pills and first-aid remedies, but it can also help keep a bathroom tidy. We’ve gathered various options that are sure to fit every style.
The two-door Hemnes mirrored cabinet is one of IKEA’s most popular models, because it can be mounted directly to the wall (a two-person job) in a short time and with a couple of basic tools.
Made of solid painted pine in gray or white, the Hemnes adds lots of storage space to your bath or powder room. It features six adjustable shelves of extra heat- and impact-resistant tempered glass, and scores extra points for safety, too. A film on the back of the mirrors holds pieces in place should it break, reducing the risk of injury.
Step-by-step installation instructions are included.
A classic look that goes with virtually any bathroom décor, the Pottery Barn Kensington recessed medicine cabinet sets into the wall to create a sleek, almost flush profile. The aluminum door frame features a delicate beveled mirror, and the three adjustable tempered safety glass shelves resist breakage.
Hinged from the left or right side, it’s available in three sizes: regular (17-in. x 5-in. x 27-in.), extra-large (21-in. x 5-in. x 34-in.) and XX-large (20-in. x 4-1/2-in. x 42-in.). Choose from five timeless finishes: warm bronze, chrome, polished nickel, satin nickel or matte black (in large sizes only).
We love things that fit snugly into corners — the most underused and wasted space in the home. The American-made Jensen corner frameless mirrored medicine cabinet is just such a product.
Constructed of a welded, rust-resistant steel body and two steel fixed (yet removable) shelves, the door can be set up to open from either side. It installs in minutes with just a level, drill, pencil, measuring tape and drywall saw.
If you’re looking for a large medicine cabinet that can span the width of your double-sink vanity, this sleek framed medicine cabinet by Winston Porter is the perfect fit. You can pick from a width of 48 inches or 60 inches. It has a sleek, concave aluminum frame with beveled glass edges giving it a floating look above your bathroom counter. Inside there are three shelves for ample storage.
To store your medications discreetly, opt for the Croydex Severn frameless stainless steel surface-mount bathroom medicine cabinet. The large, round mirror hides the medicine cabinet behind it, fooling even the nosiest neighbors! Easy enough to hang with a 90-degree pivot hinge, it comes with all the necessary hardware.
You know that area above the sink but below your existing cabinet or mirror? The slim horizontal profile of the Rebrilliant Eugene surface-mount medicine cabinet may fit perfectly there. For a mirrored cabinet with a slender silhouette (8-3/4-in. x 36-1/4-in. x 4-1/4-in.), you’ll be surprised at all the things you can store behind the two sliding doors.
A great cabinet for those on a tight budget, the crown-molded top and sides give the Bexley surface-mount medicine cabinet a cottage/farmhouse/coastal look. It costs less than $80 but offers many of the same features as cabinets twice its price.
Made of engineered wood with a crisp white finish, the metal latch keeps the door shut tight. It comes with adjustable shelves and the hardware needed to mount to your bathroom wall. Some assembly required.
Glossy and ultra-reflective, the Kohler Verdera mirrored rectangle medicine cabinet gets you ready for your closeup. It’s mirrored on the front and inside the door.
There’s even a vertically adjustable 3x magnifying mirror, which slides up and down the edge of the door, tipping forward or back. When you’re done, just fold the round magnifying mirror flush to the inside of the door and close.
Need to keep little sticky fingers out of the medicine cabinet? The Croydex locking recessed mirrored medicine cabinet provides peace of mind by securing medications safely under lock and key. The body of the cabinet is made of stainless steel for toughness and the door is a bright mirror with a 160-degree pivot hinge. It’s easy to install, affordable and comes with the key.
Mounted to the door of your bathroom, the Cabidor Deluxe mirror cabinet quickly adds up to five times the storage capacity of traditional bathroom medicine cabinets. Concealed behind a finished cabinet with a full-length mirror, the Cabidor organizes everything from medications to beauty products to hairdryers and more.
The cabinet’s distinctive mounting design won’t damage doors — it installs using the existing hinges. An adapter door and wall mount kit can be installed on the non-hinged side of a door or wall. Brilliant!
The first thing to consider before looking at medicine cabinets is whether or not they need to or can be recessed in the wall. “If recessing the medicine cabinet, you will need about five inches of depth inside the wall,” says Leah Tuttleman, Interior Designer at Re-Bath. “The actual depth will depend on the specific model and manufacturer’s requirements.”
Medicine cabinets typically range from four to six inches in depth, so measure your space and read all of the measurements in the product’s description before purchasing. You’ll also want to ensure you have enough space for the door swing. Tuttleman recommends choosing a medicine cabinet with adjustable shelves to accommodate different-sized items stored inside. Also consider style, size, storage capacity, type (recessed or wall-mounted), installation (professional or DIY-able) and cost when choosing a medicine cabinet.
I completed hours of research to narrow down the best products for Family Handyman readers. As a reviews expert, I’ve covered various culture and lifestyle topics. I consider different aspects of each product I select for my stories, such as customer reviews, ratings and materials.
This guide features expert input from Leah Tuttleman, Interior Designer at Re-Bath. She has a B.S. in interior design and over 25 years of experience in both commercial and residential design. Tuttleman has been with Re-Bath, a bathroom remodeling company, for over five years. She’s designed many bathrooms and knows what to look for and what customers like best regarding medicine cabinets.
To find the best medicine cabinets, we began by researching a wide range of available options, considering factors such as size, material, design and price point. We also looked for medicine cabinets that catered to specific buyers, including those with small or large bathrooms, ensuring a diverse selection of products. To narrow down our choices, we analyzed customer reviews to understand each medicine cabinet’s real-world performance and durability. Finally, we selected medicine cabinets that offered a balance of quality, functionality and value, ensuring that there was an option suitable for every bathroom and budget.
“Look for materials and finishes that are moisture-resistant,” says Tuttleman. “The bathroom, as we know, is a humid environment with daily moisture and temperature fluctuations.” You’ll most commonly find medicine cabinets made from stainless steel, aluminum, finished wood or mirrors. All hold up well in a bathroom, just note that finished wood will most likely require a fresh coat of sealer over time.
Medicine cabinets aren’t as popular in bathrooms as they used to be. You’ll often find just a mirror above the sink in modern or updated homes. If you don’t have a medicine cabinet, shelves are a great option to store your toiletries. Tuttleman suggests adding baskets to your shelves to hide clutter and add warmth and texture to the room. Many people also use cabinet or drawer organizers in their vanity to make the space more functional.
Tuttleman doesn’t think that medicine cabinets are going anywhere. “Medicine cabinets have evolved in design and functionality to suit more modern designs and styles,” she says. They’re a functional and cost-effective way to store personal items in the bathroom.
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