Different Sinks to Choose from

How you choose to decorate and furnish your bathrooms is a personal choice. Nowadays there is a lot to consider and many options for tap ware, fixtures, tiling and creature comforts. The bathroom sink is a classic example as there are different types, styles, colours to choose from. Same can be said for the range of different taps to choose to go with your sink, you can have single fix mixers, or the old fashion hot and cold double. Whatever individual needs you have, you can find a sink and tap ware solution to meet and even exceed your expectations! Whether you are looking into a complete bathroom renovation or you are just having a new basin and toilet installation, it is important to get it done correctly by a trained and licensed plumber.

Three main types of sinks

The sink is an essential part of a bathroom, a place to wash up, brush your teeth, fix your hair and apply your makeup. You should put some thought into not just what it looks like, but what types suit your bathroom design. A well-chosen sink can really add some style and appeal to the room.

• Pedestal - These are very classic and commonly found in a lot of homes. When people think of a basin or sink this is often what they picture in their minds. It is a sink that sits on a slim base that then runs down to the floor in a cylindrical fashion and sometimes slimming down. When considering a basin installation keep in mind that while an elegant and classical pedestal sink offers a practical solution, it offers no storage space, so is not the best choice in bathrooms where you have limited space. Pedestal sinks look best in older homes with higher ceilings.
• Countertop - This type of basin is also called a bowl basin. It sits on top of a cabinet or countertop and allows for the installation of additional storage space. Bowl basins are made of a variety of materials; ceramic, metal, porcelain, glass and so on. Countertop basins are most often taller than other types of sinks and as a result, will require the installation of adequate tap ware that can reach up and over the edge, so that the water goes in the sink and not outside of it!
• Wall hung - When it comes to a basin installation that is easy to clean and suits rooms with limited space, wall hung options are great. They are another popular style like the pedestal and you can get them in a range of styles and sizes. They are easy to clean under and popular varieties include the English turn corner, the square wall mount and the mount basin.

Conclusion

As well as thinking about basins or sinks and taps you have a number of other considerations to complete your bathroom upgrade. Are you having a shower and a bath or one or the other? You of course will need to think about a professional toilet installation and hiring a reputable plumber to handle the work.