Advantages Of Above Counter Basins

The above counter basins as the name suggests are basins that sit on top of the counter. Unlike other basins, these are not mounted on a wall, vanity, and do not stand on a pedestal. These are also known as countertop basins and are available across various online sites selling bathroom ware. These sinks look very smart and also come in very handy. The best part is that they do not allow water to splash around, keeping the surroundings clean. The versatile look and feel of the above counter basins make them complement different styles of bathroom.

If an above counter basin does not have a tap or drain attached, it would look like a bowl that can be easily lifted and placed somewhere else. This gives the above counter basins an interesting look, different from other types of basins. No wonder, they are also known as vessel sinks. At one point these basins were a hot favourite of the urban rich but now have been popularized among everyone across Australia. 

Many people who were looking to remodel their bathrooms and vanity chose the above counter basin that looked both contemporary and unique with an eye-catching design. There was a surge in the 2000s in installing this type of basins in the bathrooms for their rustic look. The rustic look of these basins evoked the images of the times when in-house plumbing was not in vogue and large sinks were placed on top of a vanity or dresser.

A sub-type of the above counter basin is the recessed type, where the basin is installed in a hole greater than the diameter of the drain hole but smaller than the diameter of the sink. These types of basins are more stable.

Benefits of above counter basins

Here are a few advantages that contribute to the popularity of the above counter basins:

Practicality: unlike most types of modern basins, the countertop basins are very practical. While pedestal sinks are showy but not practical, traditional vanity basins are practical but lack the elegant look. Above counter basins give the best of both worlds. These basins have storage space under the counter on which they are installed. Also, as they are installed on a counter they are put on a comfortable height. As they have a higher rim, water does not splash out, keeping the surroundings clean and tidy.

Versatility: there are different types of countertop basins that you can select from. Whether an old-fashioned washbowl or a rustic looking basin or a modern style recessed countertop look, you have a plethora of options to choose from. The multiple types available, add to the versatility of the above counter basins. Also, you can choose from different sizes and a variety of materials that are used to make these sinks.

Easy installation: these types of basins are the easiest to install. Neither wall mounting, not extra installations to hide the pipes; also, you do not have the worry of ensuring that the vanity cabinets are of the right size. All you need is a table and a small hole for the drainpipe.