Bathroom Sinks

Second in consideration only to the bath in the room, the bathroom sink is important not only from a practical viewpoint but also from an aesthetic one.

The sink is a fundamental bathroom fixture and over the years, it has evolved from a simple ceramic basin to a serious piece of design kit.
The sink in general will match in design the other bathroom fittings, even if the finish is different. You can choose from rectilinear shapes or the more popular curved bowls. Manufacturers even make smaller, tapered sinks for very small bathrooms. Remember that sharp internal angles will make cleaning your basin more difficult.
The size of the bathroom will determine the size of all contents. The sink will need to in proportion to the size of the bath – it looks odd to have a large bath and a tiny sink and vice a versa. How you use the sink will help you decide what size you need.
There are three different ways to support a sink. A counter-mounted sink is where the bowl rests on top of the counter or is set into the counter with the front edge protruding. Pedestal sinks typically comprise a ceramic bowl sitting on a matching ceramic pedestal, which adds the advantage of concealing the plumbing pipes and fittings.

A wall-mounted sink is where the sink is mounted on the wall and all plumbing and pipes concealed. It is good for small spaces, though a heavy sink will need a strong wall to bear the weight.
With the choice of materials on the Irish market, one is not confined to a ceramic finish alone in the sourcing of the sink.

Modern home interior design encourages contrasting finishes so that the sink. If you want to be different and make a splash in the bathroom choose from the vast range of materials now on the market – stone, wood, glass or stainless steel for your sink.