A countertop basin is simply a basin that's mounted to a flat surface. This surface could be a wall hung basin shelf, an old table or even a set of drawers. Normally though, you'll find them mounted on top of a bathroom vanity unit – which again could be wall-mounted or a freestanding cabinet.
What is a Countertop Basin? A countertop basin is essentially a basin mounted directly onto a level surface - such as a vanity unit or wall hung basin shelf. They look almost like a large dish or bowl, offering a stylish alternative to regular basins.
Yes! You do it by building the "wall" into the vanity, and bolting the sink there. Here is mine: Right behind the back of the sink, my builder made a "wall" for it to "hang" on of a 2 x 6 piece of lumber that he designed right into the vanity frame.
A countertop basin can be installed on any flat worktop or vanity unit. The ideal height from the bathroom floor to the rim of the wash basin is between 29 to 36 inches. It's not necessary to replace the existing vanity unit/worktop.
As compared to the under-counter basin, the countertop basin is fixed on the top of the counter to maintain its firmness, which improves durability. While the under-counter basin is fixed under the hard material and attached by various glues.
High Practicality
With a countertop basin, you can combine the greatest features of both worlds. Compared to a classic vanity, counter top wash basins are more contemporary and provide you access to more storage space than a pedestal or wall mounted sinks.
This depends on the type of vanity you choose. For a freestanding vanity that reaches the floor, you can attach it to the wall (or the floor) using simple L-brackets concealed inside the cabinet. If you're installing a floating vanity, you'll need to install bracing on which to hang it.
Wall-mount sinks offer two primary advantages: they're natural space savers, and they allow for just about any sink style you choose to fit seamlessly in your bath space. There are many reasons to consider a wall-mount sink for your bathroom, but chief among them is probably space.
A wall hung basin frame is designed to offer support for your wall hung basin. This will be advised by your installer as to whether or not you will need one of these. Some manufacturers offer wall hung frames that are also combined with storage drawers and look aesthetically pleasing.
You'll want to make sure you choose a solid wall for your wall mounted basin, as the load it must bear needs adequate support. If your wall is only a stud partition, it is unlikely that it will be strong enough to support wall hangings of this weight or size.
Locating the Wall Studs: The first thing to do before installing the vanity unit onto a stud wall is to figure out where your washroom's wall studs are. A wall stud is a timber upright that the plasterboard is fixed to and can be used for the purpose of hanging the vanity unit.
One of the problems you might have with a countertop basin is cleaning. Not that they're hard to clean; they're not, but they do create a lot more of it. A simple countertop basin that simply sits on the unit can look very pleasing and make a feature of your worktop but water can often splash over.
Countertop sinks allow you to have the best of both worlds. Countertop sinks are more modern than your traditional vanity and they allow you to have more storage space than pedestal or wall mounted sinks. The countertops that they are installed on often have extra storage space underneath.
Often, you will see bathroom sinks featuring an overflow whereas kitchen sinks and other basins do not offer an overflow. Selecting the wrong basin waste can cause irreparable damage to your sink so it is crucial you correctly determine the type needed.
TOP MOUNT SINK
One of the disadvantages of this style of sink is the 'lip' it creates on top of the benchtop, meaning you won't be able to wipe directly into the sink. They can also trap crumbs around the edges.
It's easy to clean and maintain
Wall hung basins are compact and have plenty of space all around them. This makes them ideal for cleaning. They don't have the nooks and crannies of a vanity and there's no need to reach into a tiny space at floor level.
Disadvantages of Floating Vanities
Floating vanities tend to have less storage space than freestanding designs because the cabinets don't go all the way to the floor. However, this can be mitigated with modular wall storage solutions that can be designed to coordinate with the vanity.
For solid wood cabinets, the load bearing capacity could go up to 150 kgs (330 lbs). The prerequisite is that the installation of the wall hung vanity is done right.
Pro: Easy to clean the space underneath
Since wall mounted vanities are not stuck to the floor, owners have full access to the space beneath. A quick sweep or vacuum and that's it! There are also fewer nooks and crannies for dirt to collect, making maintenance easier than ever.
(Disadvantage #1) Wall hung units are harder (and more expensive) to install than floor-based cabinets.
Quartz remains top of the wishlist for kitchen countertops. Quartz worktops are made from engineered stone – a combination of ground quartz, resins and polymers to create a really tough material.
Undermount sinks are usually more popular for their looks whereas overmount sinks are better for longevity and for kitchen worktop materials such as wood.
Double Basin/Bowl Sink
The most popular type of kitchen sink arrangement, dual basins allow for washing on one side and rinsing or drying on the other side.