A bathroom sink, or basin, is essentially a large bowl in which you wash your hands. Even the most sophisticated and quirky designs won’t stray too far from this basic notion. What differentiates the various types of sink is their design and how they work within the space of your bathroom.
With that in mind, we’ve put together a guide to the types of bathroom sink we supply here at Bathroom & Beyond.
Pedestal Basin
It’s a classic for a reason. A pedestal basin, as its name suggests, is a basin that perches on top of a pedestal.
The pedestal itself often, but not always, hides the plumbing for the taps and water disposal.
Some varieties of pedestal sink might have the basin standing atop chrome legs, which allow room for a towel rail underneath.
Cloakroom Basin
A cloakroom basin is one of the smallest types of bathroom sink, designed as it is to fit into a cloakroom rather than a full-size bathroom.
Some cloakrooms are only big enough to have corner basins, while others have enough room for a medicine cupboard with a wash basin on top.
Countertop Basin
Having the bowl sit atop the counter surface itself, a countertop sink – or vessel sink – is an elegant aesthetic choice. It allows for more intricate and intriguing basin designs, like this pebble basin.
On a more practical note, if the basin is tall enough, it can prevent water splashing out on to the bathroom floor, which is handy!
Countertop basins can also be top-mounted, i.e. inserted into the counter from above with a rim that protrudes on to the counter. Others are classified as undermount sinks, and are fitted from below the solid surface of the counter in such a way as to smoothly meld into the countertop.
Semi Recess Basin
As part of its design, the semi-recess sink appears to protrude from the counter on which it rests. It is halfway between a fully-recessed sink (like an undermount sink) and a countertop basin; hence the name ‘semi-recess sink.’
Wall Hung Basin
Much like a wall-hung toilet, a wall-hung basin clings to the wall in such a way that to a casual observer it seems as if the sink is floating.
If your bathroom is limited in terms of floorspace, a wall-mounted sink that doesn’t touch the floor can give the illusion of more room. The plumbing can be exposed or hidden, depending on personal preference, and a towel rail or medicine cabinet can be added underneath.
If you have any questions about the types of bathroom sink we supply here at Bathroom & Beyond, don’t hesitate to contact us! We’ll help you figure out which basin is right for you.
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