5 Options for Bathroom Vessel Sinks

Some of the most popular options for your bathroom are bathrooms vessel sinks. These sinks are set on a countertop or even furniture like vanity. The faucets are separate from the sink and mounted through the countertop or to the wall above the sink. The drainage system goes in the bottom of the sink and through to the plumbing underneath. Any exposed plumbing is likely to be decorative and meant to be seen. The water flows from the faucet into the vessel. Some of the faucets create a waterfall effect. There are unlimited options for the material of the sink and the shapes they come in. Instead of a white sink you can have an art piece made of materials like pottery, stone, glass or even wood. You can have a piece of art in the bathroom for a reasonable price.

Stone

A stone sink can be made in any conceivable shape from a simple bowl to a flat rectangle with a groove around the edge for channeling water. The common stone used are granite, marble, travertine, limestone and onyx. The most fanciful of the stone sink are made from precious stones like jasper, turquoise and amber. These are often made in a natural free-form style.

Copper

The moldability of copper allows it to be formed into endless shapes and forms. The finishes can be clear to keep the bright copper shine or a darker patina to give it an aged look. The surface can be embossed or hammered offering even more decorative options.

Glass

Many glass sinks are a simple bowl shape and focus is the incredible range of colors and frosted or opaque finishes. You can also get rounded squares, ovals and even free-form art glass.

Wood

Wood sinks are hand crafted out of fine hardwoods. They are sanded, smooth and finished with a water proof varnish. The woods typically used are teak, oak and rosewood. Some shapes are a simple bowl, but there are also more Zen-like forms available. More natural forms can bring the outdoors into your bathroom.

Porcelain

This is one of the most affordable options for a vessel sink. Although porcelain is a traditional material for sinks the vessel sinks come in hundreds of shapes. Most are white or black. The most decorative are decorated like fine china or glazed to resemble artisan pottery.

Factors to Consider

When choosing a vessel sink there are several things to consider. What kind of upkeep are you willing to do? Glass sinks are beautiful, but they are easily smudge and may show water marks. These might be a good option for a sink that is not used often such as a guest bathroom. Even though stone sinks are durable you must be careful not to use chemicals that will harm the surface. The manufacturer will normally give you cleaning instructions if this is the case. Porcelain sinks are the easier to maintain.

Another consideration is the space that you have. Vessel sinks take up more room that an inset sink so be sure you have enough clearance for the bowl and the faucets and that it won’t make your bathroom seem crowded.