It’s January of 2019 and you know what that means… a mad dash to declare the top trends of 2019 in any and all industries! Since we are bathroom vanity aficionados, we will be your expert guide to the top bathroom design trends of 2019. What gives us, at Trade Winds Imports, the right to […]
The Ultimate Bathtub Buying Guide
The Go-To Bathtub Buying Guide So you’re in the market for a bathtub and you probably don’t even know where to begin. There are thousands of different options available at all different kinds of price points. Do you want a free standing bathtub? A copper bathtub? Or maybe you can’t decide between an antique, contemporary, […]
When is the Best Time to Remodel the Bathroom?
So, You Want to Remodel Your Bathroom There are plenty of different reasons to remodel your bathroom. Maybe the flow isn’t right and it’s hard to get ready in the morning. Or there’s some issues with plumbing or other functionality problems. Maybe it’s just outdated, ugly, and needs a serious face lift. Not only will […]
Wabi-Sabi: Perfectly Imperfect Design for Your Home
What’s Wabi-Sabi? The Popular Interior Design Trend of 2018 What is Wabi-Sabi? This is a question that many designers have been trying to figure out since it’s jump in popularity in early 2018. The short answer is this: Wabi-Sabi is the philosophy of embracing imperfection in the natural world. Now, this doesn’t mean that we […]
Designer Tips: Masculine Bathroom Design
What is Masculine Bathroom Design? Masculine bathroom design has become a popular style choice amongst interior designers. It is a style that incorporates dark moody tones, rugged woods, industrial metal accents, textured stone, and aged materials. It embraces modern design aesthetics as well as industrial and rustic, or natural, design. Masculine design tends to embrace […]
How to Keep Your Bathroom Vanity Organized
Whether getting ready for work or preparing to go to sleep, the bathroom is a place where people don’t want to waste time. Organization plays a big role here and the bathroom vanity offers a lot of space for keeping everything easily accessible. Vanities can provide space for under sink storage or separate drawers and […]
The Complete Bathroom Vanity Buying Guide
Discover all of your options and learn what to look for in this Bathroom Vanity Buying Guide. This guide will show you what types of vanities there are, discuss material quality, and address common design issues. Unlike other pieces of home furniture, vanities are installed and fastened to the studs of your home. This means […]
The 10 Best Bathroom Vanity Brands
Here you will find a list of the best bathroom vanity brands based upon materials, aesthetics, and build quality. This list will reveal the top rated bathroom cabinet makers in the industry. Bathroom vanity manufacturers aren’t exactly household names so I’ll help lead you through the weeds on this one. At Tradewinds Imports, we only […]
MDF or Wood Vanities in Your Bathroom? – Bathroom Vanity Blog
If you’re thinking of starting a bathroom remodeling project, sooner or later you’re going to need to decide between MDF or solid hardwood cabinets in the bathroom. MDF has earned a pretty bad reputation for itself by many woodworkers and furniture purists over time. You may be surprised to find out that MDF is actually […]
What is the Standard Height of a Bathroom Vanity?
The standard height of a bathroom vanity cabinet is 32″. Bathroom vanities range from 30″-36″ in height. Modern bath cabinets have become taller in recent years in what is known as “Comfort Height Vanities.” Vanities come in a variety of height arrangements including standard height, comfort height, and vessel sink height. Standard vanity height is […]