The bathroom, like the kitchen, is one of the most frequently renovated rooms in a home. But who says change says choice. Which is not necessarily easy. Are you redesigning your bathroom? And you think more particularly about this essential piece that we all use daily: the basin or the sink. What are your habits in this regard? These key elements of your bathroom adapt. They can be higher or lower, more or less wide, more or less deep. The practical aspect is important for optimal use of your bathroom, but the aesthetic aspect should not be left out either. So let’s first see what is the difference between sink and basin before reviewing their different features.
What is the difference between a basin and a sink?
Your bathroom is more than just a place to get ready in the morning. It is a place apart from your home in which you can create a calm and soothing environment. For this reason, it is important to take into account the smallest elements. Although you can spend a lot of time in the shower or in your bathtub, the most used element in your bathroom is still the sink – or the basin. Whether you’re washing your hands or getting ready for the day ahead, your sink or basin is something that shouldn’t be overlooked. So what is the difference between one and the other?
The main difference between a washbasin and a washbasin lies in their fixing system. One is fixed to the wall while the other can be posed, built-in or integrated. The washbasin is rather independent, where the basin will need a support. This is also found in the faucet part, since the sink integrates its faucet while the basin only goes with it, because in this case, it is fixed to the support. The washbasin can be installed at the height of your choice when it is suspended. It can also be column-mounted or built-in. When it has a column, it is mainly used to hide the piping and the siphon.
What are their specific characteristics?
Before studying the characteristics of basins and washbasins point by point, make an inventory of your bathroom. Yes, you practice it on a daily basis, but before determining the size, shape and color of your next basin or sink, know it inside out. What is the surface area of your bathroom? How would you describe his style? All this in order to find the element that will suit you best. This step will allow you to know if the floor as it is currently can support a certain weight, if your furniture is in good condition and can receive a basin, whether the materials used can best be combined with those you are going to choose, etc.
L’installation
Countertop washbasins are very easy to install. See if you ask one or two. If it’s a couple’s main bathroom, you can choose a double vanity or a double sink. In this case, give more importance to the total width than to the depth, because in everyday life it is more comfortable. This also allows you to dispose of personal items such as: creams, toothbrushes and other small items. If, on the contrary, you live alone and you have many cosmetic products, it would be advisable to choose a separate element that includes storage space.
The size
Small suspended washbasins can be declined in small size, which is very practical for the most cramped bathrooms. In fact, see what the sink or basin will be used for before deciding. If you equip a bathroom adjoining a guest bedroom, you can opt for a deep element which will avoid splashing. If you need equipment to simply wash your teeth and hands, you can also choose a washbasin or a basin proportional to the surface of the room.
The faucets
The faucet plays an important role in the decorative aspect of your bathroom. It sublimates your room, brings what it takes of design and ensures the finish of your basin or your washbasin.
Le design
The choice of a washbasin is more an aesthetic choice than a functional one. Certainly washbasins are more and more design, but in terms of aesthetics, they are the most sought-after basins. The countertop washbasin enhances the furniture that accompanies it. The sinks, however, remain timeless.
The form
The basins offer a wide range of shapes: oval, rectangular, round, square, etc. You will be spoiled for choice to add value to your bathroom. However, washbasins are also available in a wide variety of sizes and shapes.
The material
Regarding the choice of material, you can follow the same line as for the rest of your home. For example, if you have based yourself on natural materials that provide warmth, you can choose stone in neutral tones. In addition, it is a durable, resistant and easy to clean product. If you’re looking for practicality and avoiding scratches, you have the most common options of ceramic, porcelain, or acrylic resin. You can also use glass and combine it with any other type of material and color. Which material to choose for your basin? Teak, marble, porcelain, resin, glass, stainless steel, stone, the palette is wide. When making your choice, pay attention not only to the material and its color but also look at the ease of maintenance and the resistance to scratches and shocks.