Adding a New Bathroom Sink
It’s amazing the difference changing just the sink in your bathroom can make on the overall appearance of the bathroom. With the many, many styles and models available, your options are endless.
The two main types of sinks are countertop sinks and pedestal sinks. One of the biggest questions to ask yourself when deciding between these two styles is how big your bathroom is and how much storage space you have.
If you have a large bathroom with plenty of cupboard space, you can easily accommodate a pedestal sink. If, on the other hand, you are counting on the storage space available under a countertop sink, you may want to stick to that version.
On the other extreme, a very small bathroom may also need a pedestal sink simply because there isn’t room for a cumbersome cupboard and countertop sink.
Today’s pedestal sinks come in a wide range of styles, from old fashioned Victorian to sleek, modern versions. There are pedestal sinks available for virtually every size bathroom or homeowner’s tastes.
If you need more space than a pedestal sink allows, either in countertop vanity space or cabinets underneath, you still have many sink options.
There are three main styles to countertop-type sinks. One is the undermount basin, where the basin is attached to the underside a counter. This version allows for maximum countertop space and can create a seamless look. The counter and basin can also be made from very different materials.
Another style of basin is an integral sink, or one in which the counter and basin are made from the same material. In this case the countertop and basin blend together and are formed at the same time.
Finally, a drop-in sink is mounted from above the vanity or countertop. Again, this design allows for counters and basins to be constructed from different material.
Before you make any changes in your sink design, be sure to look closely at your plumbing and determine if you will be limited in your selection at all by the pipe configuration. Also keep in mind that if your plumbing is complicated you may require professional help.
As a final consideration, if you are just changing the sink in your bathroom make sure that it still matches the overall design and feel of the bathroom. You won’t want to select a very modern-looking sink for a rustic bathroom, or vice versa. Find a new sink that complements the existing look while still creating a fresh new look to the room. In the same manner, you will want to be sure that your faucet complements the new sink, or decide if you need to select a new faucet that fits better with the new sink.
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