From the editors of Bath Makeovers™

Fitted with a new sink and faucet, a dresser makes an attractive vanity and offers more storage than many high-priced prefabricated models. If you don’t have a dresser or chest you want to transform, midcentury modern pieces similar to this one are ubiquitous at secondhand shops and can often be purchased for less than $100.

Choose a dresser that is in good condition and with dimensions to fit your space. Check that it will accommodate the size and style of sink you desire, too. If you can run a jigsaw, you can transform the dresser into a vanity yourself. If not, hire a carpenter. Unless you are skilled at plumbing, you’ll need to hire a plumber to hook up the water lines. 

Materials to Buy
Dresser
Sink
Faucet

Tools to Gather
Tape and marker
Jigsaw and other carpentry tools
Plumbing supplies
Polyurethane