The quick and easy bathroom sink buying guide

Measure up

First you’ll need to measure the potential basin to make sure it fits any pre-existing cabinets and openings (and that it won’t block any doorways or thoroughfares in your bathroom). 

Remember, you’ll need to measure your basin according to its mounting type. For example, you should measure the height of pedestal basins and the width and depth of recessed or top mount basins to make sure they fit into your vanity.

Think about its use

Before you choose a basin, consider what you’ll be using it for. If it’s a basin in a toilet-only bathroom then chances are it’ll only be used for handwashing and so something simple and compact will suffice. 

If it’s your main sink in your master ensuite or bathroom you might want something more practical to suit your bathroom’s style and make washing up easier, like the Gessi Rettangolo Countertop.

Match your sink to your room size

As a general rule larger rooms suit larger sinks and smaller rooms suit smaller sinks. In tight spaces it’s usually best to forego a vanity and go for something simplistic and low profile like the Park Avenue wall hung basin, which sits less than 27 cm away from the wall.

Complement your bathroom’s design

If the rest of your bathroom design is modern minimalist it makes sense to go for a sink that suits that theme. So before you start sink shopping, consider what look you’re trying to achieve with your renovation. 

If you’re just updating your sink make sure your choice matches your existing fittings – if you’re renovating everything try and choose other fittings that complement your sink and contribute to your overall design.

Pick a sink type

There are several types of sink that are mounted in different ways, each with their own pros and cons. We told you picking a sink could be tricky!

• Top mount sinks sit within a hole in your cabinet or vanity and can either have their edges just above the counter or sit directly on the countertop like the Gareth Ashton Byron ClearStone range.
• Pedestal sinks are freestanding with their own base. If you don’t need under sink storage these can be a great design statement. 
• Semi-recessed sinks like the Park Avenue MK2 integrate partially into your countertop for a more seamless look.  
• Undermounted sinks don’t protrude above your counter at all making them easier to clean and are fully integrated into your cabinetry. 

Whatever you choose the most important thing is your new sink is functional, fits your chosen countertop and your bathroom’s design.