Sinks for bath: varieties, installation methods on the

09-01-2018

Sewage

A sink for the bathroom, or rather, a sink with an installed faucet, is considered a mandatory attribute. Of course, with a lack of space in a typical apartment, you can do without it, but to wash, bent over the bathroom, is not so convenient. So it is still worth finding the opportunity and install at least a small sink.

Pick up the sink for the bathroom is easy, but some of the nuances in this case are still present

Product selection

Installation Types

When deciding which model to choose for the bathroom, you should first pay attention to the configuration of the product. The fact is that in bathrooms there is usually quite a bit of space, so often you have to choose the only variety that fits on the allocated area without interfering with other appliances and furniture.

It is possible to study the main types of sinks according to the table:

Variety	Design and installation
Wall mounted	Wall-mounted products are fixed on vertical surfaces using special fasteners. As a rule, they have no other points of support, that is why they are usually made quite compact, or they use lighter materials for manufacturing. A significant market share of wall-mounted products is made up of small corner models, which are installed not only in the bathrooms, but also in the toilets as washstands.
Embedded	In some cases, the sink is built directly into the table top of the cupboard or other piece of furniture placed in the bathroom. A sink for a bathroom with a pedestal and a mirror can be quite large, since the base frame made of wood, metal or MDF takes the main load on itself. Such designs are quite popular, due to the simplicity of their installation, as well as the simple connection of plumbing: all the pipes are perfectly camouflaged behind furniture facades.
Overhead	Enough modern models that are installed on top of the tabletop, and not embedded in it. High sides somewhat complicate the use of the product, because the functionality of the overhead sinks is slightly inferior to the other models. In addition, for most products from this category is characterized by a fairly high price.
"Tulips"	Shells, mounted on a vertical support with additional fixation wall brackets, were quite popular about twenty years ago. However, such products can be found on sale today, especially since they are suitable for small premises. As is the case with built-in models of sinks, the vertical support allows you to disguise the location of the plumbing connection.

As you can see, a traditional bathroom cabinet with a sink is not the only possible solution. That is why in the process of interior design it is worth exploring all the available options.

Materials

As for the material from which the sink is made, the choice here is also quite rich:

Ceramic products presented on the market in the most extensive range. At the same time, they can be very different both in quality and in performance. Accordingly, the price they will have is different: the models from porcelain are considered the most expensive, but among the earthenware constructions it is quite possible to find budget varieties.

Strained glass also used for the production of sinks. This material is resistant to chemicals, and high-temperature treatment allows it to cope well with shock loads.

Note! This is true only for high-quality models, so when you buy a sink made of glass is not worth saving.

Sinks for a bathroom from an artificial stone (Corian, acrylate and other composite compositions) are characterized by good mechanical and chemical resistance. In addition, the technology of their production allows you to give the sink almost any color and texture, so that in this category it is possible to find designer products.

A natural stone (marble and granite) occupies the top price niche. In terms of performance, such products are not much superior to Corian and acrylic sinks, but still look more presentable. However, it is worth acquiring a similar construction only if you are designing a premium interior.

Installation of a sink in the bathroom

On the cabinet

Regardless of what material the sink was made from, it must be properly installed. And here we describe the most popular installation technology.

Installing cabinets under the sink in the bathroom is quite simple:

First, put the cabinet in place and align it with screws on the legs.

Note! The place for installation must be chosen very carefully, especially when it comes to a combined bathroom. For example, it is impossible to have a toilet after a bath and a sink from a riser, otherwise we will have constant problems with an unpleasant smell from the drain.

Then set the sink on top, fixing it on special mounts.
For more reliable installation, we apply silicone sealant to the ends of the walls of the stand, which will ensure that the car wash is glued.

After fixing is completed, install the mixer and connect the siphon, placing it inside the drawer.

On the wall

Installation instructions for a sink on a wall or a vertical console are more complicated.

However, here you can cope on your own:

On the vertical surface mark the level of attachment. The standard height of the sink in the bathroom is 80 cm, but if necessary, this value can be adjusted up or down.
By marking drill holes for fasteners.
In the holes we install plastic or metal dowels, into which we screw the anchor.
We put the sink on the anchor, trying to place the rods exactly in the center of the mounting holes. If necessary, you can adjust the position of the washing so that it is installed perfectly smooth.
On the seamy side, we fix the anchor with nuts with polymer pads that will press the sink against the wall.

Tip! Performing installation with your own hands, you should not make excessive efforts: too much tightening of the nuts can lead to the destruction of the ceramic wall of the sink.

Conclusion

Sink for a bath with a curbstone, wall-mounted or table-top sink - this is almost mandatory elements of any bathroom. Accordingly, the choice of such interior items should be approached after a thorough theoretical preparation, and the installation should be carried out according to all the rules. You can learn more about the nuances of selecting and installing sinks by studying the video in this article.