Today's Small Bathroom Renovations Use Pedestal Sinks for Style and Function

Posted: Oct 28, 2010 |Comments: 0 |

If you're renovating a bathroom, consider installing a pedestal sink. Pedestal sinks have again become a very popular trend in the last 10 years because of their elegant and simple design, plus they require limited space. Most people install them in powder rooms or half baths that don't require the storage space of a vanity. You can even find pedestal sinks that fit nicely into a corner.

However, with smaller sinks it is doubly important to pay attention to the details. Make sure when you plan your bathroom renovation that the faucet is in the right location for convenient hand washing and that it's the right size for the sink. If your sink is extremely small, placing the faucet in the corner will maximize space.

The traditional pedestal sink is made of vitreous china, however they are available in a variety of materials, including glass, stone, and copper. Teak is a popular choice for a unique natural look. Although wood sounds like a terrible idea for a sink, teak has oil in it which makes it moisture resistant. Another unique choice is a pedestal sink molded from a single piece of polyethylene, a high-grade hard plastic. Its primary advantages are a variety of shapes and a wide range of innovative colors, including orange and turquoise. Another popular trend in bathroom renovation is a pedestal sink with a very shallow bowl; however, a shallow sink needs a soft flow faucet so that water doesn't splash back on the user.

Although pedestal sinks may look simple, they can be complicated to install. Ideally, the pedestal itself should cover the plumbing in the wall, which is much trickier than with a vanity. Also, you must use caution not to break the china. It's a task for an accomplished do-it-yourselfer or a professional bathroom renovation company.

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