Updated for the 2020’s I break down the three most prolific types of vanity basins you will install for your next bathroom renovation. Now there are other options but these are really just what I would call the 90% items which are items that in 90% of bathrooms you do you will always use.
James, I want a vanity bowl but what type do I want? I hear this every week but what’s the alternative? In 2016 you have a large variety but are they practical? This article will help you decide which type to pick from. Below are the three most common types that we install.
1. Top-mount vanity basin
So the most commonly used basin in a bathroom, a top mount, commonly referred to as a drop-in sink as the name suggests, is designed to sit on top of the bench.
PROS OF TOP MOUNTED BASINS
- Top-mount basins are suitable with pretty much any benchtop material including timber and laminate, as the cut-out is completely covered by the basin and therefore doesn’t risk being damaged by water.
- They are also less costly to install into a stone benchtop because they don’t require laborious polishing of the cutout edges as with an under-mount basin.CONS:
- You can’t wipe water and spills straight from the bench into the basin.
- Too much choice can be a bad thing
- Height can affect how it is used by different members of the family.
2. Under-mount vanity basin
An under-mount basin is one that sits underneath the benchtop. The rim of the sink is fixed to the underside of the benchtop
PROS OF UNDERMOUNTED BASINS
- This creates a very seamless, clean look, as less of the actual basin is visible. Another advantage is that water and spills can be wiped directly from the benchtop into the sink without any obstruction, making it a great, easy-to-clean addition to family bathrooms.
- Creates a classy-looking finish giving your bathroom a wow facto
CON OF UNDERMOUNTED BASINS
- Under-mounting a basin will usually only be possible under a solid surface benchtop such as stone, and isn’t suitable with a laminate benchtop, as it can’t be sealed as well against moisture.
- Unless already a pre-made under-mounted basin the cost is quite high especially in Perth as stone mason charge between $300 to $450 per bowl to undermount
3. Semi-recessed vanity basin
If your bathroom or ensuite has limited space, but you would still like some vanity cabinets below your basin for storage, then a semi-recessed basin might be the solution you need.
PROS Of Semi-Recessed Vanity Basin
- A semi-recessed basin sits proudly at the front of cabinets, and the benchtop that it sits on, allows you to have much shallower cabinets – maybe even as shallow as 300mm, depending on the basin you choose. This frees up valuable floor space. It also keeps a lot of the bench space free for your cosmetics and products.
- Much like a pedestal basin, they are a good option for young children and people with limited mobility, as you can get closer to the basin to reach the tap without the obstruction of a benchtop and cabinets.
CONS Of Semi-Recessed Vanity Basin
- The storage space underneath is limited. Also, because there isn’t any benchtop around the front of the basin to catch water, splashes, and spills onto the floor are more common, especially if you have children.
Final Option
The final option is the solid surface benchtops on vanities. They used to be really popular but with the cost reduction on stone benchtops and the less variety in finishes ceramic and composite tops became not as popular over time.
So there you have it the three most common basins you will install in your next bathroom renovation. Generally, your professional renovator will advise you on all these but its important you see what you like get out there and feel them.
The most popular basin in the 2020s is the semi-inset basin, the reason being is they are considered more universal and with the popular rise of in-wall mixers they just sit a lot lower.
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