Tulip sink - a sink on a leg in the bathroom.

The bathroom is a room where everyone spends a little time, but with enviable regularity. Because of this, everyone wants their bathroom to be comfortable and cozy. Regardless of the size of the bathroom, it must have a sink.

Now manufacturers have developed so many models that every consumer will be able to choose the best option for themselves in terms of beauty and convenience.

One of the most common options, which has been known for a long time, is the sink on a leg or in another way - the sink "tulip". Let's consider it in more detail.

The positive qualities of this sink are quite a lot. The main ones are:

• A large sink, thanks to which the water does not fly in different directions on the walls and furniture.
• The leg of the tulip sink will hide the siphon and pipes - this will give a cultured look to the bathroom.
• There are a lot of varieties of bowls with legs, and everyone will be able to choose the variant that suits his or her interior.
• Relatively low price category, but only if you do not consider the variant of the sink made of glass or stone.
• Easy to install, even an untrained person will not be difficult to mount it.

Having a huge number of advantages, it is worth noting that it still has one disadvantage. If the bathroom is small, and every piece of space matters, under the sink "tulip" it will not be possible to install any additional shelves or a washing machine.

Sinks on a leg differ from each other by type of construction, by the material from which it is made and by color. Let's consider everything in order.

According to the type of construction can be distinguished:

• One-piece construction - In this case, the sink and the leg are one piece. After installation, the leg bears the entire load from the weight of the sink.
• Tulip-compact. In this case, the sink and the foot are separated from each other, and they are mounted alternately. The leg is a decorative structure that allows you to hide the pipes.
• Semi-sink - is a design in which the foot is not in contact with the floor. Such a sink can be mounted at the desired height.

In terms of color, white, cream or pink shells are the most common. Slightly less common are black or painted. But if you set your mind to it, you can find sets in other shades.

Depending on the material from which the sink is made, the price will be different. And the variation will be very large. Let's arrange them in ascending order of price:

• The most economical option was the sanitary faience. It is easy to wash off dirt with detergents, but it is not resistant to mechanical damage. Shocks leave chips and cracks.
• Porcelain will cost more, but will be a more reliable helper.
• The elite material includes natural stone, sometimes glass, and artificial acrylic.

The manufacturer of "tulip" sinks plays no small role in pricing. Here are some of them:

• Vietnamese manufacturer Monaco is one of the expensive manufacturers. The average price of the sink will be 7700 p. The width of the bowl is 0.65 m, the depth is 0.46 m, and the overall height is 0.82 m.
• In second place is the Swedish manufacturer Gustavsberg "Nordic 2600". The price of the set will cost 6,300 p. The width of the sink is 0.6 m, the depth is 0.45 m, and the overall height is 0.81 m.
• Keramin City is a Belarusian manufacturer, which offers a corner version of such a sink. This is convenient, as most often the corners are not occupied, and, therefore, another space will be freed up. The price for such a set will be 4500 r. The width and depth of the sink is 0.32 m.
• The most economical option is the domestic manufacturer SANTEK Breeze. The price for the sink is equal to 4000 r. The height of the legs is 0.66 m.

These are the most famous manufacturers, but not all. So, if nothing in this list suits you, you can always look for other manufacturers.

To make the right choice, you need to pay attention to several points:

1. Decide on the price you are willing to pay.
2. Decide what color and size is right for your bathroom.
3. Choose a material.
4. Determine where the sink will be installed (in a corner or elsewhere).
5. Research manufacturers and read reviews about them.

The installation of the tulip sink can be done independently. It is necessary to prepare a few tools: a level, a drill, wrenches, a hammer and a screwdriver.

• It is necessary to determine the place of installation of the product, and it is worth considering not only the location of the sink, but also the connection to water and sewage. If you put a new tile on the floor, you can proceed to the installation of the sink only after it is completely dry.
• It is necessary to put the sink where it will be mounted. Thanks to the level to check the flatness of the surface.
• Using a simple pencil, you need to make two marks for the future mounting of the sink on the wall. Remember that the height of the leg should be identical to the height of the installation of the washbasin.
• Next, remove the sink and proceed to the drilling of holes in the wall for fasteners. You should know that the diameter of dowels and drills must be the same size. When the holes are ready, you need to hammer the dowels into the wall, and screw the pins into them.
• Then you need to fix the sink-tulip on the studs, and then put the plastic pads, and screw the nuts. When tightening the nuts, you need to be very careful not to damage the sink when tightening it too much.
• Then the siphon must be installed. While screwing, you should hold the rubber rings, so that they do not move to the side. The process of installing the trap can be done before the sink is attached to the wall, but then it will be inconvenient to mount the sink. Next, you should connect the siphon hose to the sewer.
• Next, you need to install a faucet on the sink and check it for leaks. For example, if you do not yet have a faucet, then it is sufficient to pour a bucket of water into the basin. If after this action the basin remains dry, then the entire installation is correct. If drops of water appear, then it is worth looking at the location of the rubber rings. It is necessary to unscrew the siphon a little and correct them.

On the installation of the sink with a pedestal, see the video channel MrPromka.