Choosing bathroom furniture is a difficult and exhausting process. When choosing products, be guided by the rules and requirements recommended by experts. Furniture should be not only multifunctional, but also attractive, small-sized, match the chosen style of the interior. First determine the place of installation of the sink with the cabinet for the bathroom. This is an important interior detail, which is hard to do without.
Sink with cabinet in the bathroom: types of products
There are more than enough options for cabinets with a sink. They differ in functionality, shapes, design and color solutions:
- Sink on cabinet with plinth. A simple, easy-to-mount device that does not have additional fasteners. Prolonged contact with water spoils the base. Therefore, pay attention to the materials used.
- Sink with legs. Easy-to-use plumbing design. Supports allow you to easily move the product. In the event of a flood, the cabinet will not get wet, due to the fact that it is above the floor level.
- Corner washbasin with vanity unit is a solution for a small bathroom as its compact dimensionssignificantly save usable space. The corner version of the product is floor and hanging.
- Suspended cabinet with bathroom sink. Robust design with reinforced body, saves space. Walls must be strong and reliable. Otherwise, the surface will not support the weight of the structure and will collapse.
Above all, a vanity unit should be practical and attractive.
Which sink to choose
The material used for the production of the sink bowl is of great importance. Glass products are popular. Unlike others, this material has the following advantages:
- durability and strength;
- Glass sinks are available in a variety of shapes, sizes and colors;
- this sink is easy to care for;
- design is light weight;
- material is heat resistant, resistant to chemicals;
- fits seamlessly into the interior.
In addition to glass, granite, stone, faience are used to make sinks.
How to choose a washbasin with cabinet
The wide range of bathroom furniture on the market makes it difficult to choose the right design during the purchase process.
To choose a reliable sink with bathroom cabinet, follow certain criteria:
- Quality material. The service life of the product depends on the quality of the fasteners.and accessories. Cabinets of dubious production are not reliable.
- The size and shape of the design. In order for the interior of the bathroom to look harmonious, it is better to draw up a preliminary plan for arranging furniture before buying. This will help determine the appropriate size and shape of the washbasin cabinet.
- Aesthetic look. The design should be visually attractive, emphasize the style of the room, harmoniously complement the interior.
- Multifunctionality. Convenience and practicality are the main qualities that you should pay attention to. A curbstone is needed not only to hide communications, a variety of shelves, drawers and sashes. It also allows you to place personal hygiene items, household chemicals and other necessary things inside, thereby significantly increasing the usable space.
- Comfort. Since a washbasin with a cabinet is a frequently used part of the interior, it should be comfortable for all households without exception.
- Moisture resistance. Due to constant contact with water, structural parts often rust and become unusable. You can avoid such negative consequences if you pay attention to the material from which the product and components are made when buying. It must not corrode.
Benefits of cabinet
The main advantage of a sink with a bathroom cabinet is not only a significant saving in usable space, but also:
- small chance of cabinet flooding;
- the ability to choose the method of attachment;
- modern look;
- productvisually enlarges the room, especially in a small bathroom;
- open access to the space under the cabinet;
- multifunctionality.
After considering all the advantages, we can conclude that this is an ideal option for any bathroom.
Main dimensions of cabinets with sink
It depends on the size of the pedestal whether it will fit in the allotted free space, how it will hide the communication pipes and the mixer. The width of the product ranges from 50 to 90 centimeters and above. Bathroom vanity units are often made to order, so the width is more dependent on the preferences and desires of the client.
The height of the cabinet with a sink is measured from the sink to the bottom bar on the wall. The calculation takes into account the method of attachment, and this affects the overall dimensions. The depth of the sink corresponds to the distance from the wall to the edge of the product, and the cutout corresponds to the shape of the sink, so the cabinet is selected for the purchased plumbing fixture. Do not forget that there will be communication pipes in the cabinet, so the interior space must be roomy.
What materials are made of
Sink cabinets for the bathroom are made from raw materials such as:
- tree;
- plastic;
- steel;
- glass;
- chipboard;
- wood fiber sheets.
Don't forgetthat the bathroom is characterized by high humidity and temperature changes. In such an aggressive environment, the material is deformed and loses its original appearance. Therefore, select products from the raw materials that are most suitable for rooms with high humidity.
Where to put a cabinet with a washbasin
Choosing and buying a sink with a bathroom cabinet is only half the battle. You also need to correctly determine the installation location of such a structure. It would be reasonable to put the product in place of the old washbasin, but on the condition that no redevelopment was carried out during the repair. If there has been a change in the configuration of the room, then before laying the water pipes and the sewerage system, you need to determine where the sink will be installed.
When conducting communications, it will be better to connect all pipes into one branch, ensuring the rational functioning of the sewerage system and the coherence of the water supply system within the apartment. This is something that directly depends on the owner of the home. After all, an illiterate organization of sewerage in a dwelling can lead to problems with water supply and drainage in the whole apartment building.
Installing a cabinet with a sink
When the sewer and water pipes are done, start installing the sink with the bathroom cabinet. To install the suspended structure with high quality, it is worth paying special attention to the fasteners. Their choice depends on the material from which the product is made. Heavy elements are fixed with metal brackets, which ensures rigidfastening and the ability of the structure to withstand its weight. Granite and glass sinks are attached in this way.
The vanity unit looks attractive and has a lot of features. Such a design in the bathroom will become a unique work of art and a bright element of the decor. Correct and reliable installation will significantly increase the service life. With the right work done, the product will serve you for many years and will delight you with a magnificent view.
