The vanity is the focal point of every bathroom — it's the piece of furniture you interact with daily and the feature that defines the room's style. Upgrading a bathroom vanity is one of the most impactful renovations you can make, whether as a standalone swap or part of a full bathroom remodel. Total vanity replacement cost in Ottawa includes the vanity cabinet ($200–$3,000+), countertop and sink ($150–$2,000+), faucet ($100–$800), installation labour ($200–$600), and any plumbing modification...
Stock vanity: $200–$800. Pre-made vanities available in standard sizes at Home Depot, Lowe's, IKEA, and local plumbing showrooms. Limited colour and style options but immediate availability and affordable pricing. Brands: Glacier Bay, Style Selections, IKEA Godmorgon. Semi-custom vanity: $500–$2,000. Available in more sizes, finishes, and configurations. Ordered through kitchen and bath dealers with 2–4 week lead times. Brands: Vanity Art, Cutler Kitchen & Bath (Canadian), Foremost. Custom van...
Cultured marble countertop with integrated sink: $150–$400. One-piece unit where the countertop and sink are molded together. Budget-friendly, easy to clean, no seams. Available with stock vanities. Quartz countertop: $300–$800 for vanity-sized pieces (24–60 inches). The most popular premium countertop for Ottawa bathrooms. Non-porous, stain-resistant, available in marble and granite looks. Cut from slab — leads times of 1–2 weeks from templating. Granite countertop: $250–$700 for vanity-sized...
Standard vanity swap: $200–$400 installation labour. Disconnect old vanity, install new vanity, connect plumbing, caulk and seal. Takes a plumber 2–4 hours when no plumbing modifications are needed. Plumbing modifications: $200–$800 additional. Needed when changing vanity size (drain and supply locations move), converting from pedestal to vanity (need to rough in drain connections inside the cabinet), or adding a second sink (new drain and supply rough-in). Wall repair: If the old vanity was l...
Stock vanities cost $200–$800. Semi-custom vanities cost $500–$2,000. Custom vanities cost $1,500–$5,000+. Complete vanity replacement including countertop, sink, faucet, and installation costs $700–$2,500 for standard or $2,000–$6,000+ for premium.
Yes, if the new vanity is the same size and connections align. Basic tools, supply lines, and a few hours are all that's needed. If plumbing modifications are required (different size vanity, new drain location), hire a plumber.
Quartz is the best overall choice — non-porous (no sealing needed), stain-resistant, available in hundreds of colours and patterns, and extremely durable. Granite and marble are beautiful natural stone options for premium installations.
Measure your current vanity width and available space. Standard widths are 24, 30, 36, 48, and 60 inches. Allow 2–4 inches of clearance from walls and obstacles for comfortable use. In small Ottawa bathrooms, 24–30 inch vanities maximize floor space.