Over the years, readers have written asking where to find mid century style medicine cabinets of all sorts. I’m updating this story [Nov. 2019] to identify known suppliers of the various styles as we’ve heard from more readers with tips and as some old suppliers exited the scene. – including the type with the vertical light bars to the right and left of the cabinets.
Current places to find mid century style medicine cabinets:
- Ketcham Cabinets has an expansive range of bathroom medicine cabinets. They have a “cosmetic series“. Check out the “sliding door with light on top” — so retro! And reader Jane used a more basic design — but one with lovely metal edging — in her gorgeous-built-from-scratch vintage style bathroom. In fact, it’s thanks to Jane that we first learned about Ketchum.
- Rangeaire makes a variety of medicine cabinets styles including the “cosmetics boxes”.
- Over on Amazon, I see that cosmetic boxes are made by Jensen and ProPlus. << affiliate links, I earn a commission if you click and buy anything after clicking
Medicine cabinets with light bars:
Check out this story about where you can find light bars — and replacement covers for them — that typically went to the left and right, or above, medicine cabinets.
Hunt vintage
You can also hunt vintage. My local ReStore Habitat for Humanity always seems to have a good variety of salvaged medicine cabinets. You can also watch the usual sources like craigslist, Facebook marketplace, local salvage places and vintage stores — even neighbors who are doing remodels. Please be aware, the glass in old mirrors may not be up to current safety standards and there could be lead paint etc. — get with your own pro to assess what you are dealing with so you can make informed decisions. Renovate Safe 🙂
Tip: It can be worthwhile to see a sample of your medicine cabinet “in the flesh” before you buy – in order to assure it meets your quality expectations. There could be differences in quality, from model to model.
Readers, be sure to let us know if you have any more tips on where to find vintage and mid century style medicine cabinets made new today — thank you!