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What is a wall hung vanity?

A wall-hung (floating) vanity is mounted to the wall with no legs touching the floor. This creates a clean, modern look, makes floor cleaning easier, and can make a small bathroom appear larger.

Is a wall hung vanity more expensive?

Yes. Wall hung vanities require a reinforced wall substrate (typically a backing board installed during construction). The vanity itself is generally more expensive, and installation costs more.

Are wall hung vanities standard in new homes?

Floor vanities are more commonly included as standard. Wall hung vanities are offered as upgrades or are standard with premium builders.

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Wall Hung Vanity vs Floor Vanity

Wall hung vanities are popular in modern bathroom design — but they cost more to install and aren't always suitable. Here's what to know.

4 min·Compare My Build — Independent Resource· Updated June 2025

Cost estimates only: Any building or upgrade figures in this guide are indicative, not fixed prices or quotes. Costs and inclusions vary by project, supplier, location and time. Confirm current written prices and specifications directly with your builder, suppliers and relevant trades.

Introduction

The choice between a wall-hung (floating) vanity and a traditional floor-mounted vanity affects both the aesthetic and the construction requirements of your bathroom. Wall hung vanities have a clean, modern look — but they require structural backing installed during construction, making them a consideration to raise with your builder early.

Feature	Floor Vanity	Wall Hung Vanity
Installation	Sits on floor	Mounted to wall
Wall backing required	No	Yes — structural substrate needed
Floor cleaning	Harder — around base	Easy — full floor access
Appearance	Traditional	Modern / floating
Cost	Standard	+$300 – $1,000 + backing
Standard inclusion	Most builders	Upgrade or premium builders

Note

If you want a wall-hung vanity, raise it with your builder during the design phase — before framing. Installing the required wall backing after framing is expensive and disruptive. At design time, it's a minor addition.

Common Builder Inclusions

›Floor vanities are standard in most base prices
›Wall hung vanities require structural backing installed during framing — flag early
›Some premium builders include wall hung vanities as standard on master ensuite
›Confirm backing board specification if upgrading to wall hung