Pedestal sink - what are the advantages of such

17-01-2018

Sewage

The pedestal for the sink serves not only as a support, but also as a decorative element that improves the appearance of the structure and makes it much more solid. It is worth noting that it is better to choose options with a removable pedestal, since monolithic blocks are much more difficult to repair in case of malfunctions. Below we will look at the main versions of the execution of similar products and their differences.

In the photo: the sink in the bathroom should be not only practical, but also beautiful

Criteria for choosing the right product

It is very important to choose the best option out of everything represented in the trade, the following recommendations will help you with this:

Manufacturing material	The best solution is a product made of porcelain - this material has an excellent appearance and a high degree of reliability. You can consider and options from faience, their characteristics are somewhat worse, but the price is much lower
Bowl type	Everything is quite simple here: if a faucet is put on the sink, then there should be a hole for its installation, if a common construction with a bathroom is used, it is better to get a deaf option. In extreme cases, you can choose a model with a stub installed.
Equipment	Ideally, everything that is needed is included - from fasteners to a siphon. If the modification is standard, then it will not be difficult to find drain fittings, for all original models it is better to buy a siphon directly from the seller, so you guarantee that everything will fit
Construction height	The pedestal under the sink can be installed a little higher, but it is unlikely that the system can be made lower. Therefore, it is important to decide in advance on what level the bowl should be.
Overflow	An overflow is a hole that is connected through a pipe to a siphon, and if the sink is filled to a certain level, the water will flow into the sewage system of the house even if the drain hole is clogged. This is a very useful detail, eliminating the possibility of flooding.
Execution option	You can purchase options with a full support, and consider such a solution as a semi-pedestal for the sink - this option is different in that the structure is mounted on the wall and goes not to the ground, but to a certain distance

Sink with semi-pedestal looks very original

Features of the considered product group

To decide whether to use this option, you need to know a few important nuances.

Design features

First you need to decide what you need, the criteria here are as follows:

First of all, you need to deal with the width and length of the structure, too small dimensions of the sink with a pedestal are inconvenient, as in the process of using water will be constantly sprayed. If there is very little space, the angular design will be the best solution; it takes up little space with impressive dimensions.

Corner structures allow you to use the space as efficiently as possible.

The second fundamental point - the height of the system, too high, as well as too low sink inconvenient to use. Sometimes the only reasonable solution can be a semi-pedestal under the sink, especially if a children's bathroom is being installed.

The dimensions of the pedestal sink should reflect all its parameters.

Tip! Dimensions need to be determined at the stage of planning the room, then there will be no problem where to fit the sink after installing the toilet and bath.

Manufacturing material

There are three most popular types of structures:

Earthenware sinks are inexpensive, but they have a porous structure, and over time the surface is covered with small cracks. Enameling can partially solve this problem, but the strength still leaves much to be desired.
Porcelain is a more durable material that, in addition to its rather high strength, has an attractive appearance. The structure is very smooth and uniform, resistant to the appearance of plaque and does not crack with time.

Porcelain is ideal for interiors in the old style.

Products made of porcelain stoneware are the most expensive, but their strength and durability meets the highest standards. The surface is not scratched and retains its structure for decades. The only drawback of this material is its considerable weight; therefore, special attention should be paid to fixing the sink.

Design

Another very important factor that should definitely be taken into account here is the following:

A pedestal bathroom sink can have a wide variety of shapes, but one of the most popular solutions is the so-called chamomile. It is distinguished by the sophistication of forms - it fits perfectly into almost any interior.

Various geometric options are suitable for the appropriate situation, and they can be both white and colored, it all depends on the design ideas and surrounding objects.

Semicircular shells should stand on pedestals of the appropriate form. Stylistic unity - a pledge of original interiors.
For the most practical, you can advise unusual solutions with shelves. Such pedestals and semi-pedestals are not only aesthetically attractive, but also functional.

A shelf on the semi-pedestal is a great solution.

Installation procedure

Let's figure out how to install the sink with a pedestal with your own hands, the work is very simple and will not take much time:

First of all, the future position of the elements is marked, for this, a shell is attached to the wall and its upper edge is drawn. At the same time, the installation position should be monitored using the building level.

Tip! If the wall is not strong enough, then it is better to attach the plate to the surface and hang the sink already on it.

Next is preparing the platform under the pedestal, it should be flat and durable. The dimensions of the pedestal for the sink should be slightly smaller than the prepared area.
After that, using a perforator, drill holes in the marked places, after which the dowels are inserted into them and the stud screws are wrapped. They often come bundled, but you can purchase a special set for this purpose.
Then the sink hangs, water is supplied and the siphon is collected (the instruction will help to cope with this work, everything is shown visually in the form of a diagram). Drain system neatly joins the bowl.
The last step is a pedestal - it closes all communications and makes the design look neat.

Conclusion

Sinks with pedestals - a great solution for almost any bathroom. The video in this article will tell some important nuances in more detail and will help to evaluate the merits of this option even better.