Sink and washbasin - what is the difference between them

Coming to the plumbing store, many want to choose a sink, sink or wash basin. Some say that this is the same thing, others argue that this equipment is very different in functionality.

Is it really to be found out to us today.

We will also tell you which sinks and washbasins are used in the bathroom, in the country, from which they can be made. First, a description will be given of each element of plumbing separately, and then summed up.

Sinks

So called a group of sanitary appliances that are designed for the collection and removal of waste.

There are several types that differ in their purpose:

• sinks - used to wash dishes, vegetables and other household items;
• washbasins - designed for washing individual parts of our body;
• toilet bowls - to meet natural needs;
• Baths - large sinks in which you can immediately wash the whole body.

From this we can conclude that all sink capacities are called shells. Accordingly, the wash basin is a separate type of household sinks.

It is posted:

• in the bathroom, where you can wash your hands and face with it;
• in the toilet room - a bidet, which is intended for the hygiene of delicate places;
• there is also legroom equipment that is installed on the streets in children's health camps.

Note! Often in everyday life we ​​call the term “washing” what allows us to wash something very dirty — dishes, vegetables, or feet. It happens that the kitchen sink is also called the "washstand", which will help to wash very dirty hands after working on the site or kneading dough.

Washbasins

Below we consider the materials from which these sanitary products and their types are made.

Materials

A modern washbasin in the bathroom is often the center of its attraction, being a real work of art.

When choosing materials for the manufacture of various sinks pay attention to two basic requirements:

• strength;
• water resistance.

Then consider:

• aesthetics of appearance;
• demanding operation;
• the cost of the finished product.

There are also metal washbasins, which are hardly used in the bathroom. Particularly original are wooden versions.

Tip: for the production and operation of wooden models requires periodic impregnation of products water-repellent substance.

Kinds

Today we can distinguish several main types of such products for bathrooms.

They differ in the method of attachment:

• suspended (console);
• floor - “tulip” and “basin”;
• furniture - built-in models of the sink.

Advantages of each type:

1. Wall mounted washbasins:

• small in size, which makes it possible to reduce the weight of the structure;
• do not occupy a lot of space in the room, saving room space;
• feed and drain mounted inside the wall. Although it saves space, it increases installation costs.

1. Floor mounted on a pole:

• installation is simple, performed independently;
• may have a large weight and overall dimensions.

"Tulip" - set on a narrow leg, in which pipes and other communications are hidden.

"Basin" - different extravagance. The sink is installed on a flat tabletop. The shape - a ball, a cube, a cone, contrasts sharply on the plane of the table, creating an unusual look, as well as the feeling that the product can be simply taken and moved away.

1. Furniture - have additional amenities:

• built into the table or bathroom complex;
• the instruction allows mounting shelves and cabinets for storing small items under them.

Tip: it is convenient to place engineering communications inside the cabinet.

Car wash

In the kitchen, they are used to wash items that are not related to the human body, usually vegetables, fruits, dishes. In everyday life, a washstand, a sink and a bathtub can also be used as a washstand - where it is closer, you can wash your hands there. Now kitchen sinks are usually made of stainless steel with chromium and nickel content.

By way of installation, it can be invoice or mortise. The latter are installed in the countertops of kitchen sets. Their variety of forms is due to the possibility of cutting out any necessary size in the table top.

It is easier to install an invoice version of the products - it is enough to make a hole in the tabletop and install a sink on top. Its cost is noticeably less.

The design can be very different:

• cameras for work happens - 1,2 or 3;
• corner;
• oval;
• round;
• rectangular;
• with additional water filter;
• with additional stopper;
• in depth, wall thickness and size.

Conclusion

So, you learned from the article - what is the difference between a sink and a sink. The latter is the general name of a certain type of plumbing, it is no different from a washbasin, in fact it is the same name for one product. When choosing, you should focus on the functionality of the equipment and its characteristics.

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