The size of your bathroom and the suite you choose may predetermine your choice of the sink, but with so many different shapes and styles available, where to start? Consider practical issues, such as storage needs and how many people use the bathroom at one time, as well as the look you want to achieve.
CHOOSE THE TYPE
Each of these basic sink types
comes in a range of styles, from square, contemporary shapes to curvaceous
lines suited to traditional rooms. Sizes
vary, too, with big sinks for family use and small sinks best for bathrooms
where space is an issue.
PEDESTAL
Available in both traditional and
modern designs, a pedestal sink usefully conceals the most exposed plumbing. The base of the pedestal
is attached to the floor and the sink, which
is fastened to the wall with screws or hidden brackets, sits on top of it.
SEMI-PEDESTAL
These sinks, fastened to the wall with hidden brackets, look more contemporary. Your wall must be structurally sound to take the weight of the pedestal and sink.
WALL-MOUNTED
Wall-mounted sinks are usually
attached directly to the wall using concealed brackets. However, if the wall is not structurally
sound enough to take the sink’s weight, you
may need a mounting frame hidden within the wall itself.
CORNER BASIN
If you’re short on space, a corner
sink is a good choice, since its shape allows it to sit neatly in the corner of the room and take up
less floor space. More often than not, these
sinks are wall-hung, although you can find some with pedestals.
COUNTERTOP
This style of sink sits on top
of a piece of furniture—either a cabinet, table, or specially made unit. It comes in a wide range of
shapes, including round, oval, and square,
and a selection of materials such as ceramic, glass, and natural stone.
SEMI-RECESSED
Semi-recessed sinks require minimal
space on your countertop, making them ideal for smaller bathrooms. They are designed to be
fastened into a cavity within a slim worktop or storage cabinet, with the front of the
sink overhanging the worktop.
VANITY UNIT
Vanity units sit underneath a sink
(which is inset) and act as a pedestal, as well as offering storage of one or two-door cabinets or
drawers. They are available in a wide range
of materials and designs, with floor- or wall-mounted options.
CUSTOM BASIN UNIT
A custom-fitted sink cabinet is
made to measure to make the most of your bathroom’s space. Much like a vanity unit in its design, this type of sink
can sit on top of the unit or be sunk into
the worktop.
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