I think you could make one of the door switches work with a vanity door, but I've never seen one that was rated for more than 10 amps. To activate power for a GFCI receptacle you need to be able to switch a minimum of 15 amps, and preferably 20 amps. Another option may be to use a 20 amp 120 volt A/C relay that is activated by a low voltage switch in the door frame. Remcon sells a closet light relay with low voltage switch, but its only rated for 6.5 amps. I'm sure they are available for higher amperage for special uses, but its not something you will find at HD or Lowes. Bruce

Agree with Judy that the mirror should be the same color as vanity and side med cab should be the same color as the walls. Just be sure to get a satin or semigloss in the same color as the walls to paint the cabinet. Be sure to do proper prep to take the gloss off of all items before painting, use a primer, too. Top coat will stick better, be less likely to chip.

Paint can definitely go a long way when it comes to inexpensive but impactful upgrades to a space. Your black countertop is quite pretty, but matching the paint color to your backsplash might be difficult. If this is a temporary solution and you plan to do a more complete renovation in the future, you can either live with the backsplash that may not work with your new cabinet paint color or try painting the backsplash. Painting the backsplash is definitely not a long-term solution, but can last for a few years without being an eyesore. A white kitchen is a classic option you won’t regret, and Cloud White by Benjamin Moore is a solid choice. We have a few otherideas for white paint for kitchen cabinets, as well as some of our favorite countertops for white cabinets. This home has black countertops similar to yours and some of those tan/beige hues in your backsplash, and the cabinets are Simply White by Benjamin Moore. Good luck, and keep us posted on your progress!

Hi Heather! As others have noted, getting specific quotes for your project is the best. We just finished up our kitchen refresh last month, and went with Omega for the perimeter cabinetry; white painted maple. Your layout sounds quite different from mine, so a cost comparison wouldn't match up; but I can say that I'm very pleased with the results from a quality standpoint - build and finish are both excellent. We don't plan to remodel this kitchen at this level more than once :) , so it was worth it for me to make an investment in what I saw as the most foundational element in the room.