If you really want a custom sink & top, then what everyone has said is true, without IKEA’s special plumbing, the pipes won’t fit. If it were me and I was determined to use Hemnes but not an IKEA sink, then I just wouldn’t build the top drawer, and instead just attach it to the frame from behind with some flat brackets from the hardware store. Then you have that entire upper area for the sink and plumbing and you can still use the bottom drawer like normal. I have installed hemnes vanities with ikea sinks in my last two houses and they hold up really well. Good luck! I hope it turns out exactly as you envisioned! Answer from Adora_Mae on reddit.com
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Ikea Hemnes Vanity Hack
IKEA items used: IKEA Hemnes 2-drawer sink cabinet in 31.5" or 31-3/8" I wanted a modern vanity/sink look in our bathroom and was not impressed by my options at the home improvement store or online. Photo: IKEA.com The IKEA Hemnes was the right size and close to the right look, but the black round handles ... DIY - IKEA Hack | @maison_patchouli shared this elegant IKEA hack combining SONGESAND and FORSANS pieces into a timeless vanity.
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Jake
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Vanity Ikea Hack | Jake.News
February 15, 2025 - There we were in December of 2024, ... dead of winter. Britt had the idea to use some left over rough-cut pine that we had used as siding for the garage to gussy up ye old HEMNES vanity....
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Hemnes Vanity with Custom Counter/Sink?
If you really want a custom sink & top, then what everyone has said is true, without IKEA’s special plumbing, the pipes won’t fit. If it were me and I was determined to use Hemnes but not an IKEA sink, then I just wouldn’t build the top drawer, and instead just attach it to the frame from behind with some flat brackets from the hardware store. Then you have that entire upper area for the sink and plumbing and you can still use the bottom drawer like normal. I have installed hemnes vanities with ikea sinks in my last two houses and they hold up really well. Good luck! I hope it turns out exactly as you envisioned! More on reddit.com
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Hemnes Bathroom Vanity Q
It looks like the Hemnes vanities are made of fiberboard (MDF) so sanding and staining isn’t an option there. I think your best bet would be to paint it. More on reddit.com
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IKEA Hemnes Vanity - piping from floor
That kind of thing is done all the time. You'll have to cut some holes (or one big hole) in the bottom of the cabinet, but that's no big deal. More on reddit.com
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For anyone that has the ikea hemnes vanity, is the drawer under the table enough storage by itself?
How abou the Brimnes dressing table? Or even the Malm dressing table with a mirror if your choice? Both from IKEA. To be honest neather of those tables have a huge amount of space for storage in my opinion, but all depends on how much stuff do you have. ;) More on reddit.com
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Hemnes Vanity Hack
This bright, quick, and budget-friendly IKEA makeover made all the difference in this small bathroom. ... How to transform an IKEA HEMNES dresser on a major budget, for a custom dresser! This project is very beginner friendly, and so gorgeous! ... DIY - IKEA Hack | @maison_patchouli shared this elegant IKEA hack combining SONGESAND and FORSANS pieces into a timeless vanity.
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Create / Enjoy
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My proudest IKEA hack! Classy modern vanity from an IKEA favorite / Create / Enjoy
November 5, 2017 - One of my favorite successes of our "two bathrooms in four days" reno projects was the affordable, cute, clean and modern bathroom vanity we created out of an IKEA sink cabinet! Here's a bit of a tutorial for you! IKEA Hemnes 2-drawer sink cabinet in 31.5" or 40.5" (this will not work as well with other models, since the pre-drilled holes will be centered on the drawers--you would have to use a cup-style pull covering the hole)
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DIY Ikea Hemnes Vanity Hack | Modern Vintage Style Bathroom Vanity Makeover - Catholic Homebody
May 12, 2022 - Like most Ikea furniture, they have a more modern look. The Hemnes vanity is pretty minimal in design which allows for an easy style change. Here is the inspiration I wanted to go for which was a black antique look and vibe. To start our bathroom vanity makeover, we assembled the Ikea vanity.
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Hemnes Sink Cabinet Hack
I bought the sink cabinet Hemnes Rattviken with 2 drawers in white color. When I brought it home, the modern design and white color of the cabinet did not match my New England style interior of the bathroom (and the house itself). I decided to change the appearance of the cabinet by changing its style ... This Bathroom Vanity is an Ikea Hack!
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Vanity from HEMNES Dresser
September 3, 2013 - We couldn’€™t find the one we liked at the local hardware stores and online, so I searched IKEA Hackers for an idea and sure enough found a vanity made out of HEMNES Dresser! Since our bathroom only had one sink, we decided to use smaller three drawer dresser.
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IKEA
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Vanity Cabinets Without Sink - IKEA
IKEA’s bathroom vanity base collection lets you personalize the final look of your vanity by choosing which sink and faucet you pair it with. Our bathroom vanities without sink designs are available in an array of colors, styles and configurations for single or double sink setups.
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r/ikeahacks on Reddit: Hemnes Bathroom Vanity Q
August 17, 2020 -

Has anyone successfully sanded down a white hemnes bathroom vanity? I think it just looks so plain in the house i just purchased and am thinking of staining it a nice pecan color to match my bathroom shelves. Any tips or tricks you guys can give? TIA

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IKEA Hemnes Bathroom Vanity Makeover
Step by step video on the IKEA Hemnes bathroom vanity ✨makeover✨! This transformation still blows me away especially considering it cost under $40!!!! Follow along for more IKEA hacks and DIY projects 🥰🔨 #ikeahack #bathroomremodel #bathroominspiration #ikeahemnes #ikea #vintagebathroom
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Bathroom vanity - Ikea Sektion cabinet hack - installed!
January 17, 2022 - I thought I would share the Sektion bathroom vanity hack that I came up with for our recently finished bathroom! Finished pic here: Details: - 2 36x24x30 Ikea Sektion base cabinets - 36x14 medium Ikea Maximera drawers - Classic walnut drawer fronts from Semihandmade - walnut table legs - Wegn...
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8 IKEA Hacks to Create Bathroom Storage Out of Thin Air | Apartment Therapy
October 21, 2025 - A wood vanity is warm and welcoming in a bathroom, but that lovely look usually comes with a not-so-lovely price tag — especially if it comes with functioning drawers. Farwa Moledina (@thehousewiththepinkbed) and her husband knew the grain of wood would be pretty in their pink bathroom, but they couldn’t find one that fit within their budget and the square footage of the space. A basic two-drawer HEMNES chest came to the rescue.
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IKEA
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HEMNES vanity units without sink - IKEA
Book a free planning appointment and let our bathroom experts bring your bathroom retreat to life. Our HEMNES vanity units without a sink bring a traditional, crafted look to your bathroom, as well as plenty of storage to help you make the most of your space.
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Livingetc
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IKEA bathroom hacks - 10 upscale makeovers for a chic spa-like retreat
July 22, 2022 - 'In our primary bathroom, we used a combination of IKEA's Sektion cabinets, IKEA's Maximera drawers, and Semihandmade's CLJ Cove door and drawer fronts to achieve the look of a custom, light wood 93" double vanity,' says Jackie, of @jackie_ziz.
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Project Palermo
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How I Installed an IKEA Bathroom Vanity – Project Palermo
July 29, 2016 - In order for the HEMNES drawers to slide in fully, the drain pipe and p-trap needs to be as close to the back wall as possible. The cabinet assembly does not allow a generous margin of error.
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IKEA
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HEMNES Bathroom vanity with 2 drawers, white, 30" - IKEA
HEMNES Bathroom vanity with 2 drawers - white 30 "
HEMNES Bathroom vanity with 2 drawers - white 30 ". The drawers and open shelf give you plenty of storage space. The open shelf makes it easy for you to see and reach your things. Smooth-running and soft-closing drawers with pull-out stop. Knobs included.
Price   $269.00