Recessed bathroom sink

The sink is considered almost the most important element of the bathroom. It is this element that determines how practical and aesthetic your bathroom will be. Today, especially popular are recessed bathroom sinks, which are a sink that must be installed in some piece of bathroom furniture.

About the advantages, the types and how to choose the right kind of sinks, and we will tell in this article.

1. They take up little space. Moreover, they can be installed on any existing furniture (cabinet, countertop, etc.) in the room.
2. The cabinet under the sink hides the drain and pipes.
3. The recessed shape of the washbasin does not quickly contaminate the surrounding space and furniture where the bowl-sink is located.
4. It is fast and easy to install.
5. They have a stylish look. A wide range of shapes and designs allows you to match the design of your bathroom interior.
6. There is no need to mount them on the wall makes installation even more convenient, as it does not spoil the finish of the walls of the room.

The correct choice of a recessed sink must meet the following conditions:

• The sink must match the selected or existing furniture in which you intend to embed the sink. It must fit both in size and style.
• It should also match the size and style of the bathroom itself.
• It is desirable that it is made of durable material, so the sink will serve for a long time.
• It is mandatory that the plumbing accessories fit the sink.

In addition, before buying, clarify the ways of fixing the sink, so you can buy the necessary devices and materials for installation.

Observing the mentioned conditions, you will be able to buy a beautiful sink, which will be convenient to use and which will have a long service life.

Built-in washbasins are made of many different materials, but more often than not, washbasins are commercially available:

• porcelain;
• earthenware;
• glass;
• marble;
• acrylic;
• artificial stone;
• copper and brass;
• wood;
• polymers.

Earthenware and porcelain sinks are classic., But if possible, it is better to buy a porcelain sink. Because porcelain is less porous than earthenware and has a smoother surface. In addition, porcelain is not susceptible to dirt and does not leave rust marks.

Sinks made of glass look very nice and stylish, but they are prone to streaking, so you will often have to clean and wipe them down.

Items made of marble marble sinks are the most expensive, and they can sometimes get dirty.

Acrylic sinks Acrylic sinks are considered to be the strongest and lightest. There are many forms of acrylic sanitary fixtures, designed in a variety of styles. The only disadvantage of acrylic is its susceptibility to scratches, but they can be eliminated by a specific paste and sanding procedure.

Washbasins made of artificial stones, like marble, they look as beautiful and expensive. In addition, they do not require special maintenance, and any detergent will do for their cleaning.

Today in the market of sanitary devices there are sinks of various shapes and configurations. So, which washbasin is better to buy: rectangular, square, round, semi-circular, oval, angular or asymmetrical (non-standard)?

The form of the washbasin, first of all, should fit the character of the bathroom:

• A rectangular sink is an attribute of a bathroom decorated in a strict business character. They mostly come as hanging sinks. They are mounted both in the floor and in the wall. They can be integrated into furniture as well as on it. Sinks are available in lengths from 40 to 120 cm. Rectangular washbasins more often have rounded edges to avoid injury. It is a safer option for families with young children.
• Square sinks give a concise, simple and lightly austere bathroom design. They also come in overhead, built-in furniture and with a pedestal stand.
• A corner washbasin will save space in the bathroom.

In addition to the above-mentioned forms of sinks, there are also sinks with double bowls, which are most often purchased in large families, oval and other design forms.

There are three types of recessed sinks:

• overhead;
• recessed;
• washbasin-sink.

Today, such sinks are very popular. They are often found in the form of a large bowl or plate, but there are other forms of overhead sinks. These sinks are mounted directly to a cabinet or countertop. They can be both with and without holes for faucets. Pipes and drains are connected invisibly. These sinks are not only convenient to use, but can also create an atmosphere of comfort and coziness in the bathroom.

These sinks are mounted directly into the furniture.

As furniture, any of the listed items will do:

• dresser;
• countertop;
• a drawer or nightstand, etc.

Sold with or without furniture.

Washbasins with large mirrors connected at the bottom to a nightstand or dresser are called sinks. In addition to mirrors, they can be fitted with small lamps. Furniture sinks are usually made of moisture-resistant materials (MDF and fiberboard). The advantage of such a sink is that all communications are hidden, and the disadvantage is that such sinks take a little more space than overhead sinks. However, there are also corner variants of such sinks, which take up little space, thereby not allowing the corners of the bathroom to be idle.

You can find both expensive and budget versions of such sinks. There are kits with furniture on legs, kits hung on the walls, and kits with a plinth without a gap between the floor and the nightstand.

A distinction is made according to the type of mounting:

1. Fully recessed into the surface.
2. Sinks with rims on the surface.
3. Sinks half-built into the surface.
4. Built-in only with the bottom of the wash basin.

The first kind of installation is characterized by the fact that the sink is built into the furniture completely, that is, the rims are flush with the surface of the countertop or other furniture. The gap that forms when installing the sink is eliminated with silicone or grout. This type of installation requires careful adherence to all installation instructions and dimensions and is quite rare.

The second type of installation is characterized by the fact that the sides of the sink are on top of the countertop. The rims thereby hold the sink in place. This is the simplest and most common type of installation, where the range of tolerances in the size of the holes is the greatest.

Semi-built-in sinks look very interesting.

Sinks with only the bottom, usually come in a variety of designs, look very stylish and modern.

Today, the most popular are sanitary devices of companies from Germany, Italy, the Czech Republic and Sweden. Their most popular brands are such as:

• IFO.
• Gustavsberg.
• Laufen.
• Jika.
• Villeroy&Boch.

In addition they are widely recognized company Bronzoff, which has released a collection of overhead sinks made of brass Hermes with a hand-applied embossing and drawings, as well as the Japanese company Toto, which produces a wide range of sanitary ware, produces very high quality sinks in different versions - from ordinary to exclusive.

The cost of recessed sinks depends primarily on their material and brand.

Depending on the material, you can determine a rough price range for recessed sinks:

1. Porcelain sinks cost from 15,000 rubles to 20,000 rubles.
2. Ceramic sinks cost from 2,000 to 4,000 rubles.
3. Marble or granite sinks cost 10,000 to 30,000 rubles.
4. Metal sinks cost from 3,000 to 15,000 rubles.

Of course, for the products of high-end brands or custom design, you will need to pay much more.