how to choose a basin vessel
Things To Consider When Buying a New Basin
Some important factors to help you narrow down the choices available:
1. Bathroom Size
Basins are available in various sizes and styles, so keep that in mind when selecting the one that best fits your needs.
Most bathrooms in modern housing have limited space, making wall-hung basins & Corner Basins ideal solutions for them.
Pedestal Basins are the quintessential choice in many family bathrooms.
What's important to remember here is that the basin you choose must not occupy too much space or cause excessive spillage, creating a mess on the bathroom floor.
Things To Consider When Buying a New Basin
Some important factors to help you narrow down the choices available:
1. Bathroom Size
Basins are available in various sizes and styles, so keep that in mind when selecting the one that best fits your needs.
Most bathrooms in modern housing have limited space, making wall-hung basins & Corner Basins ideal solutions for them.
Pedestal Basins are the quintessential choice in many family bathrooms.
What's important to remember here is that the basin you choose must not occupy too much space or cause excessive spillage, creating a mess on the bathroom floor.
2. Basin Height
Ideally, the height of the basin must be equal to the height of your waist. This makes it convenient to use.
A comfortable height also allows for sufficient space to add a vanity unit under it and a mirror above the basin, which is easier to access.
The height may also depend upon who is likely to use the basin. If you have children or elderly relatives who find it difficult to stand for long, you might want to consider positioning basins a little lower or opt for height-adjustable washstands for ease of use.
3. Mounting Options
Different Basins are designed to be installed in the Bathroom in different ways. For example, a Corner basin needs to be fitted in a Bathroom Corner, and a Counter-Top Basin is suitable to mount on a Worktop or Vanity Unit.
Besides the Mounting Options, it's also important to know the style of Basin Waste you will need. Basin Waste is not generally included when you buy a standalone Basin, though this may vary depending on where you're buying your basin products.
You can easily find this information by checking your Basin product specifications, or by making an inquiry with the Store Sales Staff. You can also learn more by reading our Detailed Basin Waste Guide.
4. Basin Taps
Once you have decided on a basin style, you'll need to consider the number of basin taps. The number of tap holes that are drilled into a basin, at the time of manufacture, will decide the type of taps you can choose.
Most basin sinks in the market have one tap hole.
This is mainly because the majority of taps are mixer taps. These mixer taps combine both hot and cold water so that it’s easier to find the perfect temperature. Single mixer taps also offer a more modern design to keep in trend with contemporary styles.
However, if it’s a traditional style that catches your eye then you may want to consider a basin that offers two tap holes.
Different Styles of Bathroom Basins Available in The Market
Basins, Sinks, Washbasins - Call them what you like, they come in various types. Some of the most common ones are:
1. Wall-Mounted Basins
Wall-mounted basins are a great choice if you’re working in a small space. They attach to the wall which allows you to utilise the space underneath the sink. It’s important to remember that with wall-mounted basins, the pipework underneath the sink will be exposed and visible.
Even though the plumbing may be exposed in some of these designs, adding a chrome bottle trap to a wall-hung washbasin in place of a white plumbing waste will improve its overall visual appeal.
It is also important to note that wall-mounted basin sinks, although sturdy, must not be climbed upon with force as that may cause damage.
If space efficiency is your highest priority, don't forget to check out our selection of wall-hung basin units.
