Inset sink is the best solution when space is limited in the bathroom or kitchen. It is cup-shaped and is used for washing small objects, hands and washing. It is difficult to imagine this plumbing element without a tap and the possibility of using both cold and hot water.
Description
Any sink must meet several requirements, such as attractive appearance, practicality and ease of use. According to these criteria, a plumbing device is selected, while it may have a different cost, depending on the financial capabilities of the owner.
The main advantage of the practical recessed washbasin is the significant space savings. This is due to design features, due to which the usable area of the room increases, and the overall stylistic solution becomes more organic.
Inset bathroom sink got its name from the installation method. The tie-in in the tabletop or cabinet has two versions, in one of them the sides protrude above the surface, in the other a flat plane is obtained.
Features
Among the main characteristics, first of all, it is worth noting the non-standard design. Despite the low cost of ceramic products, after installation they look very original. The best option, suitable for a room of any size, would be a compact washbasin, in harmony with the countertop and cabinet in which it is installed.
Embedded devices are often cheaper than overhead counterparts, while the functionality remains at the same level, which is an additional reason to purchase.
Installing a sink in a cabinet or countertop can seem like a rather complicated undertaking. But another feature is precisely the ease of installation. The mortise sink in the bathroom is equipped with special fixing brackets. Due to them, a tight fixing of the bowl itself is ensured. It is worth noting that washbasins can be placed both on self-created cabinets and in pre-cut holes on various surfaces.
Bowl-shaped devices gained their distribution due to ergonomics. According to professionals, even the most expensive plumbing with original design can look unattractive if the available space is not used rationally, which is especially noticeable in a room with a small footage.
Varieties
Any mortise sink, regardless of its form of execution, when installed in a limited space, significantly saves unnecessarycentimeters. This is what has ensured sufficient prevalence among buyers. Today, among the extensive range of furniture stores, you can choose a cabinet for any shape of the washbasin. Before choosing one or another option, it is worth studying modern varieties and taking into account the features of the room.
First of all, countertop sinks are divided according to their shape. They can be rectangular, elliptical, round and square. Particularly popular are asymmetric products that optimally complement the non-standard style solution of a bathroom or kitchen. Such a washbasin can become a key element in the interior of the room.
Materials
One of the main selection criteria is also the material of manufacture, which determines the period of operation of the product and ease of use. The category of practical and time-tested includes ceramics and sanitary ware. They are suitable for any interior and are characterized by unpretentious care. Washbasins made of artificial and natural marble are no less common. Among the innovative materials, it is worth noting Corian - an artificial acrylic stone. There are also metal and glass items.
Choice
Any mortise sink is selected depending on the personal preferences of the owners and the available budget. Compliance with the basic selection rules is necessary for the reason that the product must last for a long period.
Product configuration is the main criterion, as it is selected in accordance withwork surface in the kitchen or cabinet in the bathroom. The most widespread are round and rectangular shapes due to their versatility. Consideration must also be given to the dimensions of the device and the intended mounting location.
It is important to remember the depth of plumbing. Insufficient depth may result in excessive spatter. In this case, difficulties may arise in the operation of a deep product. The best option would be a mortise sink in the bathroom with a depth of no more than 20 cm. The stores offer various options, which also differ in the degree of penetration into the surface, they can be installed with a hill or form a single surface.
Creating a sink hole
The first step is to mark the tabletop. A product is applied to the surface and lines are marked along which a hole is cut with a jigsaw. To obtain a hole of a suitable size, it is necessary to take into account the shape of the sink itself. When buying a rectangular version, you need to make several holes in each corner of the intended location of the sink. For a round sink, one hole made with a drill is enough.
Drilling of the surface is done only from the outside, this is necessary to maintain the coating of the countertop. After that, a place will be formed for the jigsaw blade. Next, you need to cut a hole in accordance with the pre-marked line.
It is necessary to periodically screw self-tapping screws into the cutting line, this will preventfalling of the inner cut-out part and damage to the countertop. Also, these elements will act as a kind of construction latch.
Preparing for installation
You should try on the shell in the formed neckline. If there are difficulties in installing the product, you need to re-process the edge with a jigsaw. If the mortise sink easily enters the hole, you can proceed to the moisture insulation of the material used to make the countertop. For this, a sealant is applied, applied in a thin layer to the plastic and saw cut. The work is done with a special spatula.
Next, you need to prepare the components that are sold together with the washbasin. Do not forget about the sealant, for the manufacture of which, as a rule, foamed polyethylene is used. When working, it is important to take into account the correspondence between the level of the seal and the sink itself, it should rise above it by a maximum of 1 mm. Excess material can be cut off with a sharp knife.
Installation
It is worth noting that the sink sink for the kitchen can be installed without the use of a sealant. But this leads to the need to increase the amount of sealant and, as a result, longer drying of the structure. Special care is also required when filling all cracks. Do not forget about the difficulties that will arise during the dismantling of the sink.
Next, the sink is installed in the formed hole. The markings left after cutting with a jigsaw are noticeablywill simplify installation. The sink in the bathroom mortise can be equipped with a different number of fixtures, which are located at an equal distance. They need to be tightened in turn, after which the location of the washbasin is adjusted. When using plastic fasteners, it is not recommended to use the automatic tightening method, as this may damage them. Fasteners must be tightened with a screwdriver by hand.
Next, the tabletop is turned over to provide free access to the clamps. In order to simplify installation and ensure the reliability of the installation, it is worth sharpening the fasteners. Tightening the fasteners is the final step in installing the product in the countertop.
