Rectangular or oval sink for double vanity?

8 years ago

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Here we go again... Lots of discussions on this topic but still wondering. We have a 94" vanity that we're replacing with natural red birch cabinets that have raised panel doors and to me read traditional. And using granite countertops. We tend to traditionally transitional if there is such a thing.

We're open to both rectangular or oval undermount sinks. Which shape would be more appropriate and have better appeal for resale? If we sell, it would be within 5 years. Given the size of the vanity, counter space is not a factor. We don't have a tub so don't need to coordinate with a shape. We will have a large rectangular mirror set in tile edging.

Thanks.

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8 years ago

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rantontoo
8 years ago
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I recently remodeled two bathrooms. I was concerned about counter space in a 77 inch double vanity so I went with the smallest under-mounted ovals that Kohler makes. I regret that decision due to the amount of water on the counters. In the second smaller bath, I put a larger rectangle sink in a 60 inch vanity; I love the rectangle sink.
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8 years ago
I used an oval for a 36" traditional vanity to provide more corner counter--the 17" Kohler Caxton. Rectangles supposedly don't rinse out as well as ovals. However, the Kohler Ladena is a rectangle with a curved bottom. It's a pretty sink that I see in a lot of Houzz bathrooms.
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Do you have the vanity picked out? It really depends on where the sink openings are, if you are doing a standard 60 or 72 inch double vanity they usually have drawers or a cupboard in the middle and sinks on the sides, so you would put a single tambour storage in the middle. Of course, with 96" you could do 2 48" vanities side by side, those could be mirror images of each other, so you could place wherever you want but remember code says 30" minimum center to center, NKBA recommendations are 36". Does the 96" give room to walk by without banging a hip (for example, I have 74" from corner to door trim, but I wouldn't put a 72" vanity in b/c 2" is too close to door for my comfort, even though there is no interference)? As far as countertop storage, most bathroom vanities are 22" deep, that's not deep enough for anything behind the sinks. You can gain a couple more inches (height and depth) by using kitchen cabinets, but still it would be very shallow storage. Not sure what you mean by "back of counter". Have you considered a "tower" between the sinks or flanking them for deeper storage? houzz has thousands of pictures if you're looking for examples. HTH and I just haven't confused you. A floor plan would help.
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Well, I'm a bit late to this party, but I'll add on for future reference. I'd have the countertop high enough to act as both the countertop and the window sill. That would make the countertop butt right into the bottom rail on the lower sash. You can leave your existing windowsill and set the countertop on top of it, or you can remove it. Your choice. Here are two photos that I have that sort of describe my meaning. They're not of a countertop, but of an extended windowsill, about 10" deep. If you need the sinks higher, then sure, what Stacey and Cinnamon recommended, use a low-profile drop-in sink, or a low-profile pedestal top to give you a few more inches of elevation. Pinch each sink in towards the centerline of the wall so they are slightly in front of the window trim, that'll allow sufficient headroom. A curtain over the window, and then hanging mirrors as needed. Don't totally cover up access to the window. If you're in a heating climate, the dead air space with no air circulation might result in excess condensation on the window in wintertime. And if you raise the countertop up to the elevations we're recommending, it looks like we'll be impinging on the wall outlet to the left of the window. That's fairly easy to move. Sorry for the tardy reply, if you see this, post photos of what you did. It'll help others with their projects. Best, Mongo
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That size sounds good. I have seen them undersized to take advantage of counter space and it's not a good look. The Ladena that ck_squared has is a very popular sink in Houzz photos. It gives you a rectangular sink but with a sloped bottom so that water and toothpaste goes down the drain easily.
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cmw829
Original Author
8 years ago
Thanks for your replies. We toured some model homes yesterday and everything was rectangular which prompted the question. Turns out that my husband has admitted to a preference for rectangular, I'm on the fence. We'd looked at the Ladena but just too much for us to spend at this time.

We want to be updated since we could sell in 5 years. So...we have found what looks like a compromise. Rectangular with a touch of oval.

Kohler Archer Undermount Sink

It is a more than the Caxton but think it's worth it for the look we want to achieve.

Thanks again!
User
8 years ago
Toto makes a similar, less expensive sink as the Ladena. I know it comes in a few sizes as it was the one I thought I might get, and I had to mock up the sizes. The Archer has corners to clean and that is the objection I've heard to rectangular sinks. Also that it requires more rinsing to get toothpaste etc. down the drain.

http://www.build.com/toto-lt542g-bathroom-sink/s594859
cmw829
Original Author
8 years ago
mayflowers, thank you! We went to a showroom today and we were able to see the Archer. Then we went to the tile showroom and they had it in the men's room. Now DH doesn't like it. (At least he's being honest since he usually says what he thinks I want to hear.) I'm kind of relieved since I thought the corners looked awkward.

I'll show this to him and hopefully we can decide. He had the idea of mocking up the sink on our vanity. It's a good idea.

Thanks again.
spev1
8 years ago
i am probably going with a double oval…i like hoe it looks better
vpierce
8 years ago
We have American Standard Studios in our double vanity and I think they are a great shape (rectangular) and size (fairly deep, so no splashing).
silken1
8 years ago
We just got an American Standard Studio as well. Not installed yet. I saw lots of good reviews and it is a bit curved in the bottom so hopefully easier to clean than some rectangular ones.
monicakm_gw
8 years ago
Oh those corners would be a pain in the you-know-what to clean. I prefer larger oval sinks. Ours are 17 5/8" (undermount). Drips are a non issue.
ingrid_vc so. CA zone 9
8 years ago
The rectangular ones look cumbersome, difficult to clean and an overall pain. If I'm right they may just be a passing fad. I think the oval shape is a classic that is so functional that it will withstand the test of time. I'd be tempted not to buy a house because the sinks are rectangular!
nosoccermom
8 years ago
How's the shape different from kitchen sinks?
sjhockeyfan325
8 years ago
I have Kohler Archer sinks in both bathrooms. I looked carefully this morning, and there are no corners that are "a pain to clean". The corners are not sharp - they're "soft" making it fairly easy to clean them. I personally love the sink - not suggesting you should like it, just don't turn it down for the wrong reason. (Disclaimer: I dislike standard oval sinks intensely - they always look like public restrooms to me).
sail_away
8 years ago
How's the shape different from kitchen sinks?

The bathroom faucet is different and doesn't rotate like the kitchen faucet or have the spray function to get in those corners.

Having said that, I still want to put rectangular sinks in our bathrooms---just like the look. I didn't know it was popular now, just know I like it and I'm ready for something different than what I have now. I will look for a sink with a curved bottom.
maven19
8 years ago
We are putting rectangular sinks in all of our bathrooms. I like the look, it feels a little different and more modern to me.
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8 years ago
its not about the shape. u never know what the buyer of your home will like. what u should try and do is provide features that are unique. one item that comes to mind is topzero sinks. they have seamless sinks which makes it easy to clean. have seen good reviews about this product and a good video of the seamless sink is below

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yZtot40wYx8

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