Suspended sink for bathroom - a modern solution

The need to use the bathroom every day, including the sink, made it necessary to have a convenient and functional sink. This, in turn, has forced designers and manufacturers to come up with new models of sinks.

Today you can find sinks of three main types on the plumbing market:

• Suspended sinks. Otherwise, they are called console sinks. They are mounted on the wall and are suspended.
• Sinks with a pedestal or pedestal. Another name for the tulip sinks.
• Recessed or flush-in sinks. Mounted on furniture.

Suspended sinks are not a novelty even for the Soviet interior. Such easily mounted washbasins were found almost everywhere. However, they were not quite aesthetically pleasing, since the pipes and drain were visible, and the sink itself was uncomplicated. Today, their appearance, shapes, and mounting methods are much better. Today's wall-hung sinks have these features:

• Compact shapes.
• Easy installation.
• Neat and presentable appearance.
• Suitable for minimalist style.

• The installation of wall-hung washbasins is quick and easy.
• They can be placed in almost any part of the bathroom.
• There are no barriers to matching, not only to the interior (color, material and shape with texture), but also to the room itself (size, installation methods, number of openings, etc.).
• The shapes of almost all modern pendant washbasins are compact. They don't cover a lot of space and are ideal for small bathrooms.
• Underneath the washbasins, there is an empty space which can be filled with many different items like laundry basket, low shelf etc.
• There are no exposed utilities, which makes the sinks presentable and aesthetically pleasing.

The only disadvantage that hanging sinks have is related to the fact that their installation requires a strong concrete wall, as they are attached to the wall and a weak partition wall or plasterboard will not be suitable for their installation.

Suspended washbasins are divided into five main varieties. The common feature of all types is that they are all mounted on the wall, and their differences are discussed below.

• The classic hanging washbasin. Represents an ordinary sink attached to the wall.
• Suspended sink with additional functions. Here the sink serves not only as a sink, but also a place to put soap, cosmetics and other toiletries. In this case, the washbasin is attached, like other pendant washbasins to the wall without other structures and elements.
• Washbasin with a half-pedestal or with a pedestal. Pedestal or pedestal is attached to the wall at the same time as the bowl. They can serve as an additional surface for placing things. In addition, a half pedestal and a pedestal conceal the drain and pipes and store things inside.
• Overhead basin. It is placed on suspended furniture or a stand.
• Built-in pendant washbasin. Hanging furniture is mandatory here, because the bowl is built into it and creates a single working space. The furniture hides the pipes and drains, and at the same time serves to contain various bath and toiletries.

Thus, today you can buy a huge number of sinks of different shapes, colors, sizes and mounting methods in the market of suspended washbasins. Well, and if you have not found a suitable option for your bathroom, you can order the production of the sink. Then your bathroom will be not only comfortable, functional, stylish, but also exclusive with one-of-a-kind elements.

At the moment, pendant washbasins are made in the following shapes:

• rectangular;
• oval;
• round;
• square;
• asymmetrical;
• double;
• angular.

In addition, sinks can be made with a countertop or with a nightstand.

The most popular among them are washbasins with rectangular and oval shapes. Rectangular washbasins are mostly suitable for spacious bathrooms. They are very convenient to wash in, first of all, for the reason that when washing the water does not splash on the sides and the water treatment will take place without damaging the clothes and furniture around. Suspended sinks with rounded outlines are the most ergonomic fixture of this kind for the bathroom.

Suspended sinks are mostly made in standard sizes. And buyers buy them according to the size of their bathrooms.

Sinks of different widths have their own purpose:

• 55-centimeter sink is considered the most popular, because it is comfortable to wash in them.
• 50-centimeter sink is considered non-standard and is suitable for small and small bathrooms. For example, such sinks can be found in hotels.

The material for wall-hung sinks is:

• all types of sanitary ware;
• acrylic stone;
• glass;
• steel;
• synthetic stones;
• cast iron;
• marble.

In the market of wall-hung washbasins, combined versions are often found. For example, the bowl is made of glass and the console is made of ceramic. Glass washbasins look stylish and beautiful, endowing the room with lightness and transparency. Such sinks will leave few people indifferent.

The most popular are sinks made of sanitary faience. Most sanitary items are made just of this material. All ceramic products are externally covered with glazed enamel, which protects them from damage and prolongs their life. In addition, it smooths out the porous surface of the material and thus prevents it from getting dirty quickly.

In addition to kitchens, they can also be used in bathrooms. Special models of steel sinks are made for them. Steel sinks are well suited to the high tech style. They help to create an austere and ascetic environment. One of the disadvantages of steel sinks is the sound of flowing water on the metal surface. There are designs of steel sinks that come with a hanging shelf or glass top.

Glass sinks are very popular nowadays, thanks to their unusual appearance. Make the interior quite beautiful and stylish. Glass, of which washbowls are made, undergo a special procedure of hardening, in view of which there is no need to fear that it can break. The disadvantage of glass washbasins is the need for careful, thorough and regular maintenance, as glass is prone to streaks and quickly loses its shine.

This is another classic material that sinks are made of. Characterized by durability and reliability. Relatively quiet and inexpensive. The disadvantage is that cast iron is too heavy. The surface of some cast iron sinks are coated with acrylic. This extends the life of the sinks and makes them easier to clean.

They don't come cheap, but they have great performance characteristics. Marble crumbs are used to make these sinks, but exclusive models are cut from solid rock to order. This kind of sinks are very durable, shockproof and what's more important - the water falls on them almost silently. The only drawback is the very high price of marble products.

Artificial stone is an alternative to marble. It has the same qualities as marble, but is more affordable.

The advantages are:

• impact resistance;
• ease of cleaning;
• aesthetics;
• low cost in comparison with marble.

The disadvantages are: a high price compared to other materials and the weight of the product.

Sanitary ware made of this material is very much in demand today. It has many positive qualities, which has made sanitary ware made of acrylic quite famous:

• Smooth surface. The absence of pores makes maintenance simple and easy.
• Durable, but not heavy.
• Doesn't make much noise.
• Acrylic, in case of damage, is restorable.
• Abundant supply of different models of acrylic sinks.

There are two ways to mount a wall-hung sink:

1. Mounting the sink to the wall is the simplest method. Mounting is done with holding brackets, and no additional wall arrangement or embedding is required. Faucets and valves are installed in the sink, and the pipes and drain will be visible.
2. The second option requires careful prior preparation, for example, in a cosmetic renovation. The section of the wall for the sink is pre-equipped with special plaster boxes for pipes, the water connections are carefully performed.

The choice of a wall-hung sink depends on many nuances:

1. You need to consider the size of the bathroom. If the bathroom is small, the ideal option will be a corner sink. If the size of the room allows, you can choose a sink with a drawer, which will create additional space for storing things.
2. Pay attention to the quality and strength of the wall on which you are going to install the sink. The heavier the material the sink is made of, the stronger and more reliable the wall should be.
3. The material, quality, and price of the product.
4. Mounting method and related products for installation (faucets, pipes, screws, brackets, etc.)

The most popular brands of wall-hung sinks are:

• Cersanit;
• Villeroy & Boch;
• Jacob Delafon;
• Kolo;
• ORAS;
• Duravit;
• Roca.

Prices for wall-hung sinks vary depending on the material of which they are made, the size and design of the product. Today in the market of sanitary ware, you can buy a quality pendant in the range of 5,500 - 200,000 rubles.

The list of materials, ordered according to the price of the material, is as follows (the list is presented from more expensive to less expensive):

• Marble;
• Artificial stone;
• Glass.
• Ceramics;
• Metal.