double sinks
Sinks are the most used fixture in any bathroom. The average person visits the bathroom six to eight times a day, brushes their teeth twice a day, and washes their hands before and after meals. That adds up to a lot of time at a sink.
In bathrooms used by more than one person at a time—family baths and master baths—double sinks streamline the process of getting ready for the day.
In bathrooms used by more than one person at a time—family baths and master baths—double sinks streamline the process of getting ready for the day.
Bands of color on these vanities emphasize the graceful shape of these matching sinks. Such a simple touch, but it really makes the sinks the centerpiece of the room. White ceramic faucets blend into the background to allow the focus to remain on the sinks.
Wall-hung sinks are easily accessible to seated users, including people in wheelchairs. To be accessible, you clear space that is 29 inches high and 32 to 36 inches wide beneath the sink.
Each of these sinks includes a towel bar that also acts as a guard to prevent contact with the chrome pipes, which can get very hot when you're running extremely hot water.
Each of these sinks includes a towel bar that also acts as a guard to prevent contact with the chrome pipes, which can get very hot when you're running extremely hot water.
These wood sinks are naturally gorgeous. That is, their appeal comes from the natural beauty of the wood grain. It might sound surprising, but with the right finish, wood sinks can last for generations. Most finishes need to be reapplied periodically, often every year.
The unique shape of the cabinet front, including the angled doors, makes these sinks into showpieces.
The space between these sinks is quite generous. Guidelines from the National Kitchen and Bath Association suggest at least 30 inches from centerline to centerline between double sinks.
The space between these sinks is quite generous. Guidelines from the National Kitchen and Bath Association suggest at least 30 inches from centerline to centerline between double sinks.
These integral sinks blend seamlessly into the modern design of this bathroom. Integral sinks are molded basins that are actually part of the countertops. Most are remarkably easy to maintain because there are no seams to collect dirt or develop mold or mildew.
These undermount sinks are quite deep, which helps avoid splashing as they're used.
Undermount sinks fit below the countertop. As you see here, the edges of the countertop are exposed, so they have to be finished and watertight. Many undermount sinks are used with solid surface countertops like the one shown here. They also work well with stone countertops.
Undermount sinks fit below the countertop. As you see here, the edges of the countertop are exposed, so they have to be finished and watertight. Many undermount sinks are used with solid surface countertops like the one shown here. They also work well with stone countertops.
Vessel sinks are reminiscent of the wash basins of years gone by, but their technology is up-to-the-minute. They require surface or wall-mounted faucets like the ones shown here. To avoid excessive splashing, the faucet needs to be fairly high above the basin. This can be accomplished through careful placement on the wall or by using a goose-neck faucet.
Seemingly floating on the counter, these glass sinks offer more than good looks and high style. They're actually quite accessible, too.
To be accessible to seated users, sinks should be installed within 21 inches of the front edge of the counter. Side mounted controls like these are easy to reach and control.
Keeping glass sinks spot free and sparkling requires a fair amount of maintenance. They're not very practical in bathrooms used by children.
To be accessible to seated users, sinks should be installed within 21 inches of the front edge of the counter. Side mounted controls like these are easy to reach and control.
Keeping glass sinks spot free and sparkling requires a fair amount of maintenance. They're not very practical in bathrooms used by children.