Article: Expect some surprises when replacing medicine cabinets

THIS ELECTRONIC VERSION MAY DIFFER SLIGHTLY FROM PRINTED VERSION

Medicine cabinets serve the same purpose and entice curious visitors. A recessed cabinet like this one offers a slimmer profile.(PHOTO) (TIM CARTER)

Dear Tim -- I went to look at medicine cabinets this weekend. All of the bathroom medicine cabinets in my home are beat up and dated. Recessed medicine cabinets seem to be much nicer than surface-mounted ones. How hard is it to install a recessed medicine cabinet? If I purchase mirrored medicine cabinets, will all of the glass make them too heavy? Are there any unpleasant surprises that might spring up on a simple remodeling job like this? -- Diane H., Sacramento, Calif. Dear Diane ...

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