1. Bathroom sinks are functional, but they can complement any style, as well. Sinks made of glass, stainless steel, porcelain, ceramic, vitreous china, fireclay - even birch wood - are available. The choice of material is yours.
2. You can choose not only material, but also sink-mounting style as well. There are wall-mount sinks (convenient if space is a consideration), pedestal sinks (elegant, and save space, but not much for storage), and vessel sinks (beautiful bowls), too. Self-rimming (over the countertop) and undermount (no rim) work well with vanities.
3. Pedestal sinks are, as the name implies, a basin atop a pedestal, and it can be a truly elegant look. Pedestal sinks can add a touch of class to a half bath, as they give you a feel of height, and take up very little space. Their basins are often porcelain.
4. A wall-mount sink's basin can be fully exposed or semi-recessed, depending on its countertop or vanity shelf. As you might guess, it mounts directly to a wall.
5. A vessel sink's basin sits almost fully above its countertop, like an exposed bowl. This style allows a contemporary edge, or an almost art-like look.
6. Along with style, model, and material, some of our sinks allow you to pick your favorite faucet finish and style, too. Most of our faucets are stainless steel, but some are available in brass.
7. If you want to change your sink, but would like to keep your faucet, maybe you can. Make sure the model of bathroom sink you order comes with the same number of pre-drilled holes your current faucet requires. If they'll match, you can get a great new sink without having to order a faucet to go with it.
8. Bathroom walls are especially vulnerable to water, moisture, and spills. A bathroom sink vanity with a built-in backsplash extends the area that is protected, and easy to clean.
9. Are you the type of person who uses the countertop space around your bathroom sink? If so, a pedestal sink probably isn't for you. When thinking about a new sink, go through your normal routine at your current sink, and take note of what you need. And what you would change.
10. While sinks are available in several high-end, delicate materials - glass, china, etc., - it might be best to save those for lesser-used bathrooms. Guest baths and powder rooms make great destinations for "fashion" sinks, as they'll make a strong design impact, without the everyday use.
