12 Inch Bathroom Cabinet – Manufacturer Specifications

The 12‑inch bathroom cabinet is designed for compact vanity installations where depth is limited to 300 mm. It provides storage for toiletries while maintaining a low profile that fits beneath standard countertops.

Design and Nominal Dimensions

Overall width is typically 600 mm, height 800 mm, and depth 120 mm (nominal 12 inch). The cabinet front features a flat slab door with a 2 mm reveal to accommodate hinge clearance. Interior shelving is adjustable in 25 mm increments to accommodate varying bottle heights.

Material Selection

Cabinet carcasses are constructed from 18 mm moisture‑resistant MDF with a melamine finish that resists swelling in humid environments. Door panels can be specified in either the same MDF melamine or a 6 mm tempered glass with an aluminum frame. Edge banding is applied with 0.5 mm PVC to seal exposed surfaces.

• Melamine‑finished MDF – standard for cost‑effective moisture resistance
• Tempered glass door – provides visual openness and easy cleaning
• Optional water‑based lacquer coating – offers enhanced chemical resistance

Construction and Joinery

Panels are joined using dowel‑reinforced cam locks combined with polyurethane adhesive for shear strength exceeding 1.2 kN per joint. The back panel is a 3 mm hardboard secured with staples and adhesive to prevent racking. All exposed edges receive edge banding before final finishing to eliminate raw MDF exposure. Door hinges are concealed European‑style cup hinges with a 110° opening angle and soft‑close dampers. Shelving rests on metal pins inserted into pre‑drilled 5 mm holes, allowing load distribution of up to 15 kg per shelf.

Hardware and Fittings

Standard hardware includes two soft‑close hinges, a magnetic catch, and a stainless‑steel handle (120 mm center‑to‑center). Optional accessories comprise interior LED lighting strips (12 V, 4 W) and a pull‑out organizer tray. All fasteners are zinc‑plated to resist corrosion in bathroom atmospheres.

Manufacturing Process

Cutting is performed on CNC panel saws with ±0.1 mm tolerance to ensure dimensional consistency. Edges are banded using hot‑melt adhesive applicators that achieve a bond strength of 1.8 MPa. Final assembly occurs on a semi‑automated line where torque‑controlled drivers apply cam locks to a preset 0.8 Nm.

Quality Assurance

Each unit undergoes a three‑point inspection: dimensional verification (±2 mm), hinge operation test (10 cycles), and finish adhesion test (tape pull‑off >1.5 MPa). Random samples are subjected to a 48‑hour humidity chamber at 60 °C and 95 % RH to assess swelling. Documentation includes a material safety data sheet (MSDS) and a conformity declaration for EU REACH.

Customization Options

Customers can specify alternative widths (400 mm to 900 mm) and heights (600 mm to 1000 mm) while keeping the 12‑inch depth. Finish colors are available from a standard palette of 12 melamine decors or custom RAL‑matched lacquer.

• Door style – slab, shaker, or glass insert
• Handle type – bar, pull, or recessed
• Interior accessories – adjustable shelves, laundry hamper, or electrical outlet

Typical Applications

The compact depth makes the cabinet suitable for ensuite bathrooms where floor space is limited. It is frequently specified in hotel guest rooms, senior‑living facilities, and multi‑unit residential projects. Engineers value the standardized mounting points that simplify integration with prefabricated wall panels.

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