Locate the Cavity
Confirm the intended position against vanity, faucet, lighting and adjacent doors or walls.
Flush storage, resolved behind the wallCustom Recessed
Custom Recessed
Medicine Cabinets
Coordinate the visible mirror with the hidden cabinet body, rough opening, wall cavity, door movement and electrical route—before production begins.
Drawing-led reviewLighted or non-lightedOEM / ODM project supply
Recessed is a wall decision
A Flush Mirror Starts With What Sits Behind It
A recessed medicine cabinet places the cabinet body inside the wall so the mirrored face reads as a clean, integrated element. That appearance depends on more than overall width and height.
Wall build-up, usable cavity depth, studs, plumbing, wiring, flange coverage and door clearance must be aligned with the cabinet construction. OJMIRROR turns these inputs into a reviewable project direction.
Flush FaceMinimal visible projection
Defined OpeningDrawing-confirmed cutout
Hidden BodyDepth coordinated with the wall
Service RouteWiring and access reviewed
Final dimensions, tolerances, construction and functions require drawing, sample and order review.
Technical wall sectionSEND A WALL SECTION
Four Dimensions Must Agree
Nominal product size alone is not enough. The visible face, cabinet body, rough opening and available wall cavity are related—but they are not interchangeable dimensions.
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Visible mirror and doorCoordinate vanity proportion, frame or edge, hinge side and surrounding clearance.
2
Cabinet bodyConfirm the actual body width, height and depth that enters the wall.
3
Rough openingConfirm the required installation cutout on the approved model drawing.
4
Wall cavityReview studs, blocking, pipes, wiring, tile build-up and service access.
Before product selection
Check the Wall in This Order
The wall can eliminate an installation direction before appearance, storage or electrical features are selected.
Check the Depth
Measure usable cavity depth after the finished wall, tile and internal obstructions are considered.
Review What Runs Inside
Identify studs, blocking, plumbing, wiring, insulation or other constraints before defining the opening.
Resolve Power & Access
For lighted or powered cabinets, coordinate cable entry, component position and future service access.
Installation feasibility and structural/electrical work should be confirmed by the responsible local project professionals. OJMIRROR reviews the cabinet against the information supplied.
Size and opening planner
Do Not Order From the Nominal Size Alone
A listing such as 24 × 30 in usually describes the visible or nominal product size. It does not automatically tell the installer the cabinet-body dimensions or the opening to cut.
For replacement work, measure the existing opening at the top, center and bottom, then record the smallest clear dimension. For new construction, coordinate the opening from the selected cabinet drawing before wall closure.
Drawing rule
The product drawing—not a generic formula—must define the final rough opening, installation clearance and fixing position.
The product drawing—not a generic formula—must define the final rough opening, installation clearance and fixing position.
| Dimension | What it controls | What to send |
|---|---|---|
| Overall W × H | Visible scale above the vanity and relationship to lighting, faucets and side walls. | Target face size or room elevation. |
| Cabinet-body W × H | The portion that must enter the wall cavity. | Selected drawing or existing box size. |
| Body depth | Internal storage and the minimum usable cavity behind the finished wall. | Requested depth and available cavity. |
| Rough opening | Cutout, installation clearance, shimming and access to fixing points. | Measured opening or drawing-defined requirement. |
| Flange / overlap | Coverage of the cut edge, tile transition and finished perimeter. | Wall finish and desired visible trim. |
| Door clearance | Hinge handing, opening angle and interference with walls or lights. | Plan/elevation and nearby obstacles. |
Common search sizes such as 16 × 20, 16 × 24, 20 × 30, 24 × 30, 24 × 36 and 36 × 30 are useful starting references—not confirmed OJMIRROR stock specifications.
RECESSED FIT SECTION
MIRROR FACEFINISHED WALLCABINET BODYAVAILABLE RECESS DEPTH
Flush faceMirror and trim align with the finished wall condition.
Hidden bodyCabinet depth is contained inside the verified cavity.
Defined openingCutout follows the approved model drawing.
Planned accessFixing, wiring and service route remain workable.
Recessed installation fit
Confirm the Hidden Space Before Production
The mirror face is the visible result. The cabinet body, wall opening and available cavity determine whether the recessed installation will actually fit.
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Confirm the rough openingUse the selected construction drawing to define the cutout, clearance and fixing position.
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Verify usable cavity depthMeasure behind the finished wall and account for tile, backing, insulation and internal obstructions.
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Locate framing and servicesIdentify studs, blocking, plumbing and wiring before the cabinet position is frozen.
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Resolve flange and wall finishCoordinate mirror overlap or trim coverage with drywall, tile and the finished perimeter.
Best evidence to send: a measured wall opening, wall-section drawing, site photo or room elevation together with the required overall cabinet size.
SEND YOUR RECESSED DETAILSRecessed cabinet directions
Choose a Configuration to Start Your Review
Compare by door layout, visible size and function. These are inquiry directions—not stocked SKUs. Final cabinet-body size, rough opening, depth and electrical scope follow the reviewed drawing.
Single-Door Recessed
A compact flush storage direction for single-vanity and narrow-wall layouts.
Popular search16 × 20, 16 × 24, 20 × 30 in
DoorLeft- or right-hand review
OpeningDefined by selected drawing
Double-Door Recessed
A wider mirrored face with divided access and coordinated hinge movement.
Popular search24 × 30, 24 × 36, 30 × 30 in
DoorBi-view split review
OpeningFraming and support coordinated
Triple-Door Recessed
A wide storage direction for larger vanities and repeated access zones.
Popular search36 × 30 in and wider formats
DoorTri-view segmentation
OpeningWide-span support review
Lighted Recessed
Integrated lighting coordinated with the mirror pattern and concealed cabinet body.
LightingFront, back or combined review
ControlDimming / CCT by model
ElectricalVoltage and cable entry required
Powered Interior
Review internal power and accessory requirements without losing usable storage.
FunctionsOutlet, USB or defogger review
InteriorGlass shelf layout coordinated
MarketElectrical requirements confirmed
Custom-Size Recessed
Develop the visible face and hidden body around a measured opening or project elevation.
InputOverall size or existing opening
GeometryFrame, edge and flange review
EvidenceDrawing required before production
Size references above reflect common U.S. search and comparison language. They are not confirmed stock dimensions or rough-opening specifications; availability must be reviewed against the actual construction.
Feature planning matrix
Separate the Cabinet From the Options
A function may be feasible without being standard. Review each option against cabinet size, internal space, wiring, controls and destination-market requirements.
| Option | What it changes | Information needed | Status language |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adjustable shelves | Usable storage zones, bottle height and shelf support positions. | Shelf count, spacing direction and interior depth. | CONFIGURATION REVIEW |
| Mirrored interior | Door-back reflection, cabinet-back treatment and internal finish. | Mirror coverage and edge/safety direction. | MODEL DEPENDENT |
| Soft-close hinges | Door movement, overlay, opening angle and internal interference. | Door size, weight, handing and nearby clearance. | HARDWARE REVIEW |
| Integrated LED | Mirror pattern, power entry, driver space, switching and service access. | Voltage, light direction, controls and market. | ELECTRICAL REVIEW |
| Defogger | Heated area, power load, mirror construction and control logic. | Requested coverage and switching method. | ELECTRICAL REVIEW |
| Outlet / USB | Internal component space, wiring, location and compliance scope. | Outlet type, voltage, position and destination. | MARKET REVIEW |
| Magnifying mirror | Internal clearance, attachment point and door/shelf interaction. | Magnification direction and preferred location. | LAYOUT REVIEW |
| Branding & packaging | Labels, manuals, carton artwork, protection and pack-out. | Program requirements, language and shipping route. | PROJECT REVIEW |
No option in this matrix should be treated as standard across every cabinet. Availability is confirmed only after the selected construction and order requirements are reviewed.
Project pathways
One Installation Type, Different Project Priorities
The cabinet may look similar from the front, while the documentation, packaging and approval process changes with the project.
Room-Schedule Coordination
Align cabinet size, lighting direction and opening conditions across repeated guest-room or public-area types.
- Room type and quantity
- Finish and function consistency
- Pack and delivery sequence
Repeatable Wall Integration
Resolve wall opening, vanity proportion and service location before repetition across units.
- Unit mix and elevations
- Installer-facing drawings
- Replacement and spare planning
Program-Level Product Development
Coordinate a recessed collection around size logic, features, labels, manuals and packaging.
- Range architecture
- Private-label details
- Packaging and market review
Recessed constructionSee what sits behind
the mirror face.
the mirror face.
Recessed project brief
Build Your Starting Specification
Choose the closest project conditions. We will use them to review cavity fit, construction and electrical requirements.
Starting brief:
New framed opening · Single door · Frameless · Non-lighted · Glass shelves · None
ADD TO PROJECT INQUIRYNew framed opening · Single door · Frameless · Non-lighted · Glass shelves · None
Quotation inputs
Translate the Wall Into a Cabinet Specification
A useful quotation connects the visible design to the hidden opening, cabinet body, internal hardware and installation route.
Best first message
Overall size, body depth or available cavity, rough opening if known, door/function direction, quantity, destination and a drawing or wall photo.
Overall size, body depth or available cavity, rough opening if known, door/function direction, quantity, destination and a drawing or wall photo.
Visible GeometryOverall width and height, shape, frame/edge direction, mirror area and nearby clearances.
Wall & OpeningWall build-up, cavity depth, studs/blocking, rough opening, flange coverage and tile condition.
Cabinet BodyConstruction direction, internal depth, finish, moisture exposure, fixing and service access.
Doors & HingesDoor count, split, handing, opening angle, soft-close direction and interference checks.
Interior StorageShelf count and adjustability, internal mirrors and accessory positions.
Lighting & DefoggingLight position, color-temperature direction, dimming/control and demister request.
Electrical & MarketVoltage, power route, cable entry, outlet/USB request and destination-market requirements.
Packaging & DeliveryDoor restraint, corner/edge protection, labels, destination and project delivery sequence.
Pre-shipment review
Four Checks Before a Recessed Cabinet Leaves Production
The approved drawing and order specification remain the reference. These checkpoints organize what should be confirmed for each project.
Cabinet fits the planned openingDoors move without interferenceSpecified functions respond correctlyProduct arrives identified and protected
Body & Opening
- Overall body size and depth
- Flange and finished-wall relationship
- Fixing positions against drawing
Doors & Hardware
- Door alignment and hinge direction
- Opening and wall clearance
- Shelf interference and closing action
Light & Electrical
- Approved lighting direction
- Control and defogger response
- Outlet functions within agreed scope
Protection & Identity
- Mirror, edge and door restraint
- Accessories, labels and manuals
- Project-specific pack-out identity
Inspection records, acceptance limits and test requirements are confirmed by model and order; this overview does not claim one universal report for every cabinet.
Project workflow
From Wall Condition to Repeatable Supply
The approved drawing and reference—not a generic nominal size—become the basis for development and batch review.
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Requirement Review
Wall, size, quantity, market and product direction.
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Technical Alignment
Opening, body, doors, interior and electrical scope.
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Sample Confirmation
Confirm appearance, fit, function and packing reference.
04
Controlled Production
Build against the approved project specification.
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Inspection & Packing
Review agreed checkpoints and shipment preparation.
Avoid preventable revisions
Six Common Recessed-Cabinet Mistakes
Most late changes happen when the visible mirror is selected before the hidden wall and installation information is resolved.
Using overall size as the cutout
The mirror face, cabinet body and rough opening are different dimensions.
Ignoring the finished wall build-up
Tile, backing and trim affect depth, overlap and the final visible edge.
Finding services after the cabinet is chosen
Studs, plumbing and wiring can change or eliminate the recessed route.
Missing door-swing conflicts
Side walls, vanity lights and adjacent doors can restrict handing or opening angle.
Adding electrical options too late
Lighting, outlets and defogging need space, power entry, controls and service planning.
Assuming every model is dual-mount
Visible sides, trim, fixing and cable routes may differ between recessed and surface installation.
Recessed medicine cabinet FAQs
Questions Before Quotation
What dimensions are needed for a recessed medicine cabinet quote?
Send the overall width and height, cabinet-body depth, available wall-cavity depth and rough-opening dimensions if known. Final cutout and installation dimensions must be confirmed on the approved drawing.
Is the rough opening the same as the visible mirror size?
No. The visible mirror or door, cabinet body and installation opening are related but different dimensions. The exact relationship depends on the selected construction and must be shown on its drawing.
Can a recessed medicine cabinet include lighting and an outlet?
Lighting, a demister, outlet or USB can be reviewed by model and destination market. Wiring entry, voltage, component locations and compliance requirements must be confirmed before quotation.
Can the same cabinet be recessed or surface mounted?
Some constructions can support both mounting directions, but side finish, trim, fixing and wiring can differ. Mounting capability must be confirmed for the selected model.
What should be checked inside the wall?
Confirm usable depth and identify studs, blocking, plumbing, wiring, insulation and other obstructions. Structural and electrical feasibility should be checked by the responsible local professionals.
What are the MOQ and lead time?
They depend on size, construction, function, finish, electrical scope, packaging and quantity. OJMIRROR confirms them after reviewing the actual requirement.
Start with what you know
Send Your Recessed Cabinet Brief
A rough opening, wall section, overall size, room schedule or reference image is enough to begin a technical review.
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Wall and openingAvailable cavity, rough opening or wall type if known.
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Cabinet directionOverall size, door layout, shelves, lighting and electrical options.
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Project contextQuantity, destination and target timing.
