Bathroom Sinks

Before purchasing a sink, there are some general questions, you should ask yourself. How much space do you want to devote to the bathroom area? For example, the sink shouldn't be wider than 24 inches, in a 5 by 7 foot room for a comfortable amount of elbow room, the center of the sink should be at least 12 inches from the nearest wall. Also, determine the sinks height for maximum comfort and ease of use; 34 inches is typical. Height is especially important when buying a vessel sink that sits on top of a counter or cabinet.

Keep in mind that a sinks overall look depends in large part on the faucet you choose for it. Three-hole sinks are designed for widespread faucets, with individual hot and cold handles 8 inches apart, or center-set styles, with handles 4 inches apart on a common base. One-hole sinks are for single-handle, lever- operated faucets. Vessel-style sinks with no holes require faucets mounted on the wall or in the sink surround.