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There's A World Of Bathroom Sink Options To Choose FromThese days you have many more bathroom sink options than you did in the past. You can have a simple economical bathroom sink or you can use an exotic pricey one. This is all a function of budget and style.You can choose a rimmed, undermount, basin, wall mounted or pedestal sink.It can be made of clay, natural stone, concrete, metal, glass or even wood. If choosing a bathroom sink seems a little overwhelming, don't worry we will be glad to lend you our expertise and help you select a sink that you will enjoy for many years. What Two Key Factors Should l Consider Before I Buy A Bathroom Sink?Your sink can be a variety of materials and settings but really before you purchase your sink you should keep two things in mind: 1)What type of sink works best for your bathroom If you have a small space your bathroom sink options may be limited. There's no need to choose a gigantic sink that doesn't fit when you can use a small wall mounted one or a slim pedestal. In a large bathroom the sky's the limit, you can choose from a vast array of styles and shapes. Once again the key factors here are budget and function. 2)Durability Solid surface sinks and cast iron sinks are low maintenance and tremendously durable. These bathoom sinks can last for many years with the proper care. However, these types of sinks are more functional than stylish. On the other hand, custom concrete sinks and natural stone also have great durability (at a higher cost of course)and can be made in all shapes and sizes. Types Of Bathroom SinksYour bathroom sink options also vary by how the sink can be installed. We have put together a list of the most common types of settings for your sink:
Self Rimming Sinks Pros: these type of sink used to be the norm in a bathroom because of their low price. They are usually installed on laminate countertops to hide the edge of the sink cutout for countertop. You can find simple versions of these sinks in stock in Home Depot, Lowe's or your local bath showrooms. Higher end self rimming sinks are also available as special order items at the forementioned stores. Cons: somewhat more difficult to keep countertop clean, plus if the edges aren't properly caulked the material underneath the sink will eventually deteriorate.
Undermount presents a contemporary and seamless look. Pros: They are easier to keep clean than self rimming sinks because there is no protruding lip. Cons: Can't be used with all countertop materials and is more expensive than self rimming sink.
Wall mounted are available in a wide variety of shapes and sizes Pros: They are easier to keep clean because there is no seam between the sink and the bowl. These sinks take up less space making them ideal for for a small bathrooms and powder rooms. Cons: No storage space. This make it inconvenient for packing toiletries. The bathroom must have some other storage method like a shelf, closet etc. Must be braced in order to hold weight of sink thus additional framing may be required.
Vessel sinks are available in a wide variety of shapes, sizes and materials Pros: If you what to make a bold statement this is the sink to get. Cons: Raised edges may be easy to damage or chip. May look good but may not be practical
Consoles and Pedestals combines the sink with the countertop. Both types of sink come in a wide variety of styles and price. The basic units can be inexpensive, while the high end models can be very costly. Pros: They are easier to keep clean because there is no seam between the sink and the bowl. These sinks take up less space making them ideal for for a small bathrooms and powder rooms. Cons: No storage space. Because this bathroom sink option has no storage the bathroom must have some other storage method like a shelf, closet etc to pack toiletries.
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