Basin Cabinets for Small Bathrooms: Size, Material and Storage Tips
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Quick answer: Measure the wall first and leave room for the door to swing. Compact cabinets from around 41cm suit most common bathrooms, while 60cm to 75cm suits a master bathroom. Choose a material that handles humidity well, like stainless steel, aluminium or PVC, and add a mirror cabinet above for extra storage.
In most Singapore bathrooms, the basin cabinet is the only real storage in the room. It holds the spare toilet rolls, the hair dryer and the collection of skincare nobody talks about. Choosing the right one makes the whole bathroom feel tidier.
Step 1: Get the size right
- Width. Measure the wall where the cabinet will go. Leave a little space on each side so it does not feel cramped, and check that the bathroom door can open fully.
- Depth. A slimmer cabinet leaves more room to walk past, which matters in narrow bathrooms.
- Height. Most people find a basin top around waist height comfortable. If family members are very tall or very short, try a few heights in our showroom.
Our range runs from compact 41cm cabinets for common bathrooms to 75cm cabinets for master bathrooms.
Step 2: Pick a material that likes humidity
Singapore's humidity often goes above 90% in the early morning, according to the Meteorological Service Singapore, and bathrooms are even steamier. That is why material matters more here than in drier countries.
| Material | Good to know |
|---|---|
| Stainless steel | Handles moisture very well and is easy to wipe down. |
| Aluminium | Light, rust-resistant and well suited to wet areas. |
| PVC | Water-resistant, comes in fun colours like mint green, and is gentle on the budget. |
| Wood or wood-look | Adds warmth. Choose one with a well sealed finish and keep the bathroom ventilated. |
Step 3: Drawers or doors?
Drawers let you see and reach everything without kneeling on a wet floor, and well designed ones work neatly around the pipes. Doors usually cost less and fit taller bottles. Many people go for a mix, with a drawer for daily things and a door section for refills and cleaning supplies.
Step 4: Match the basin and tap
- A cabinet with a built-in basin top is the simplest choice, and the tap usually sits on the basin.
- A counter-top bowl on a cabinet looks stylish, but needs a taller tap or a wall-mounted spout.
Our basin and tap guide explains how to pair them.
Small bathroom storage tips
- Add a mirror cabinet above the basin. It doubles your storage without using floor space.
- Use small trays or organisers inside so things do not slide to the back.
- A shelf or niche near the shower keeps bottles off the basin top.
- Pick a light colour to make a small room feel bigger.
Browse basin cabinets in stainless steel, aluminium, PVC and wood, from matt black to mint green.
Frequently asked questions
What size basin cabinet fits a small HDB bathroom?
Compact cabinets from around 41cm usually suit common bathrooms. Measure the wall and check the door swing before you choose.
Which basin cabinet material is best for Singapore bathrooms?
Stainless steel, aluminium and PVC handle humidity very well. Wood adds warmth, but choose one with a well sealed finish and keep the bathroom ventilated.
Should I choose a basin cabinet with drawers or doors?
Drawers make it easier to see and reach everything, and good designs work around the pipes. Doors usually cost less and fit taller bottles. Many people pick a mix of both.
Where this information comes from
We checked the facts in this guide against these Singapore sources in September 2026. Rules change from time to time, so check the latest version before you start work.
Get help choosing
Not sure what fits? Bring a photo and your measurements to any Lucky Khoon showroom and our team will help you pick the right model. We are an authorised dealer for the brands we carry, and our in-house installation team can supply and install for you.
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