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Fort Bend County · Kitchens & Baths
Custom Bathroom Vanities in Katy, TX
Swollen particleboard under the sink is a common sight in Katy bathrooms. Our solid wood and plywood vanities are built to replace it for good anywhere in Fort Bend County.
Custom Bathroom Vanities for Katy homes
Katy sits along I-10 west of Houston, with the city itself straddling Harris, Fort Bend and Waller counties. Old Town Katy keeps a small-town feel around the rail line, while the broader Katy area spreads out into large planned communities on both sides of the freeway. Katy Mills and the Grand Parkway are nearby.
Katy-area housing is dominated by suburban homes from the 1980s through today, mostly two-story on slab with open kitchens and game rooms upstairs. Builder cabinets, short uppers and wire closet shelving are the norm. Owners regularly ask for full-height kitchen cabinets, butler pantries, homework stations and media walls in upstairs game rooms.
Powder rooms and narrow baths in Katy are where a custom vanity pays off most. A shallow 18-inch-deep floating unit or a corner vanity can free up floor space and door swing that a standard box would block, making a tight room feel noticeably larger. Shallow drawers above the sink and a narrow pull-out beside it can hold more than a deep standard box. We also look at mirror and sconce placement so a slim vanity still feels balanced in the room.
Every project starts with an in-home measurement in Katy. We build in our Houston shop and the same crew handles installation, so the person you talk to at the estimate is accountable for the result. Learn more about our full custom bathroom vanities service.
What you get with Ace Kustoms
Matched storage pieces
We can build linen towers, recessed medicine cabinet surrounds, or a makeup area at seated height in the same wood and finish, so the bathroom looks planned rather than pieced together from different stores.
Built and installed locally
Every vanity is built in our Houston shop and installed by our in-house crew, who level it on your slab, anchor it to studs, and coordinate the top and sink placement with your plumber or ours.
Moisture-resistant construction
Plywood boxes resist swelling far better than the particleboard used in most big-box vanities. We seal interiors and the underside, and finish sink-base floors with a durable coat so a small leak does not turn the bottom into mush.
Exact width and height
We size the vanity to your wall, leaving code-friendly clearance to the toilet centerline and room for door swing. Counter height is set to suit you, typically 34 to 36 inches for adults, with a toe-kick tall enough to clear baseboard.
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How a Katy project runs
- Measure and plumbing check. We measure the wall, check plumbing locations, look at outlets and mirror placement, and note floor and wall conditions. If the drain needs to move for a wider vanity, we flag that before design starts.
- Design and material samples. You choose size, layout, wood species, finish, sink type and hardware with real samples. We confirm the counter material and sink model so the cabinet is sized for its cutout and weight.
- Shop build and finishing. We build the box, doors and drawers in our shop and spray the finish in a controlled booth, sealing all surfaces including the back and underside for moisture protection.
- Installation. Our crew removes the old vanity if needed, adds wall blocking for floating units, levels and anchors the cabinet, and prepares it for the top. We coordinate countertop install and plumbing reconnection.
- Walkthrough and adjustment. After the top and faucet go in, we adjust doors and drawers, check for leaks under the sink, and walk you through finish care and any final punch list items.
Local conditions we plan for
Bathrooms in Houston see moisture from both directions: steam from inside and humid air from outside, especially in homes where the AC cycles less during mild months. That is why we build vanities from plywood, seal every surface and leave a small gap at the floor so mopping water does not wick into the base. Many older slab homes have drains coming up through the floor rather than the wall, which limits drawer layouts, so we plan around them. In coastal areas, we choose hinges and slides with better corrosion resistance. We also recommend an exhaust fan that vents outdoors, since no finish will survive a bathroom that stays damp for hours.
Fort Bend sits on flat, low ground along the Brazos River and its creeks, and humidity stays high most of the year. We use plywood boxes and stable door construction to handle seasonal swelling. For homes in areas that have seen high water, we can discuss raised toe kicks, moisture-resistant bases in laundry rooms and garages, and finishes that tolerate wipe-downs. Good ventilation in bathrooms protects vanity finishes over time.
As a general planning range, a custom single-sink vanity in Greater Houston often starts around $1,800 to $3,500 installed for the cabinet, while a 72-inch double vanity with drawers may run roughly $4,000 to $8,500 before countertop and plumbing. Final cost depends on size, materials and site conditions, so please get a written estimate after an in-home measure.
Custom Bathroom Vanities in Katy: FAQs
Do you supply the countertop and sink?
We can coordinate countertops, including solid surface tops with integrated sinks, or work with a stone fabricator you already like. Either way, we size the cabinet to the chosen sink and confirm the template so the top sits flat and the faucet holes line up.
How long does a custom vanity take?
Most vanities take about three to six weeks from approved design to installation, depending on finish and our shop schedule. Installation of the cabinet itself is usually a day, followed by countertop and plumbing reconnection. Call (281) 660-3903 to schedule your free estimate.
What is the standard height for a bathroom vanity?
Older vanities were often 30 to 32 inches tall. Most homeowners now prefer comfort height, around 34 to 36 inches to the counter surface, which matches kitchen height and reduces bending. For vessel sinks we lower the cabinet so the rim lands at a comfortable level. We set height based on your preference and sink choice.
Does Ace Kustoms work in Katy?
Yes. Katy is part of our regular service area in Fort Bend County, along with nearby Katy–Fulshear, Fulshear, Cypress, Towne Lake (Cypress). We schedule in-home measurements throughout the week and the estimate is free.
How do I get an estimate in Katy?
Call (281) 660-3903, text us, or send the form on this page with a few photos and rough measurements. We will set up an in-home visit, measure the space and follow up with a written, itemized estimate.
Custom Bathroom Vanities near Katy
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- Custom Craft Room Cabinets
- Custom Display Cabinet Built-Ins
- Interior & Exterior Door Installations
- Custom Entertainment Centers
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- Custom Garage Cabinets
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