Bathroom

<a href="https://www.planndesign.com/blogs/bathroom" target="_blank">Bathroom designing</a> would be just considered incomplete without a ‘’standout piece’’ and homeowners would agree that basins, <a href="https://www.planndesign.com/category/furniture-fittings-and-equipments/vanities-and-mirror" target="_blank">bathroom vanities</a> or <a href="https://www.planndesign.com/articles/2975-guide-choosing-bathroom-countertops" target="_blank">bathroom countertops</a> can be considered as the focal point in any bathroom design. Since there are multiple options such as the wall-hung basins, countertop basins, pedestal basins and more, it is important to choose one among these, which will suit the bathroom design just perfectly.
From this article, a home dweller could gather all the required information regarding the bathroom sinks and the factors that they need to consider, to blend in well with their own bathroom spaces.
Read our <a href="https://www.planndesign.com/articles/2092-bathroom-guide-how-choose-right-faucet-right-basin" target="_blank">Bathroom Guide: How to Choose the Right Faucet with the Right Basin</a>
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<h2>Things To Consider For The Perfect Basin</h2>
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<li>Lifestyle and Location: Is the bathroom being designed for the master en-suite or the kids? Pay attention to the kind of traffic, as traffic plays an important factor. For instance, a glass basin would be a big NO and won’t be recommended for a kids bathroom, as they could get damaged easily if carelessly handled. Whereas, the glass basin will suit a master bathroom perfectly, where the traffic is going to be less.</li>
<li>Size Matters: The style of the basin can be chosen by considering the entire bathroom space, as the size of your basin should match with the scale of the rest of the bathroom fixtures and bathroom fittings. Moreover, by visualizing the storage and counter space one would need under and/or on either side of the basin would help one in deciding with the size.</li>
<li>Bathroom Design Style: Match the basin with the overall bathroom design concept. Since bathroom basins are available in many styles, shapes and materials to choose from, the process has turned out to be an easy one. For instance, if a bathroom is designed with a rustic theme, a stone basin would be a perfect choice</li>
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<h2>Types Of Basins For The Bathroom</h2>
Check out the summary of different types of bathroom basins here and their features
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<li>Wall Mount Basin: This basin attaches straight to the wall and does not require a separate table or counter to hold them in place. There are many styles and shapes of wall-mounted basins available. The wall basins without pedestal are ideal for creating more floor space in small bathroom design.</li>
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<li>Inset Basin: Inset Basins is where half the basin is below the bathroom counter and half above. This basin is inserted into the vanity countertop and offers a contemporary look. A perfect basin type for contemporary styling!</li>
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<li>Undercounter Basin: Here the basin sits perfectly under the counter line, which gives a sleek finish to the countertop, where the faucet is either mounted on the wall or the countertop. This basin style would be perfect for creating a minimalist bathroom.</li>
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<li>Semi-Recessed Basin: It partially extrudes from the front side and is ideal for narrow countertops. It suits both the contemporary bathroom styles and the classic design style.</li>
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<li>Above Counter Basin: Here the basin sits on top of the counter and adds height to the vanity. For a decorative bathroom focal point, add counter basin with some distinctive curved vessel design. Pairing it with a striking basin mixer to complete the look, will suit the best in high-end bathrooms.</li>
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<h2>Various Wash Basin Materials</h2>
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<li>Ceramic Basin</li>
<li>Colored Ceramic Basin</li>
<li>Natural Stone Basin</li>
<li>Onyx Wash Basin</li>
<li>Wood Wash Basin</li>
<li>Glass Wash Basin</li>
<li>Resin Wash Basin</li>
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With so many different sizes, shapes and styles of bathroom sink basins available, deciding on which one would best suit the bathroom would be easy if importance is given from both style point of view as well as also from the usability, durability and maintenance perspective too! Even it is vital to consider all the costs, including plumbing and installation, before choosing a basin. Following all these will make the selection process of the right basin an overwhelming experience.
Lastly, take a read of the <a href="https://www.planndesign.com/articles/3520-bathroom-styling-how-choose-perfect-bathroom-mirror" target="_blank">Bathroom Styling: How to Choose a Perfect Bathroom Mirror</a>
And an example of one such video uploaded on our <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/PlannDesign" target="_blank">Youtube channel</a>

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The <a href="https://www.planndesign.com/articles/3117-wonderful-ideas-creating-contemporary-bathroom" target="_blank">contemporary bathroom designs</a> would be never complete without the Installation of a few main elements such the wall mixer or the diverter! It not only allows one to switch between different components such as the handheld shower and the standard shower head but also comes up with various other add-ons like the temperature control. To avoid double fitting attachments and to have the best of both worlds make sure to utilize these faucets.
Wall Mixer: It is a single unit fitted on the wall, with a common spout attached to the hot and cold water supplying knobs together, which allows to draw water from both the hot and cold sources and combine it into a single flow, to come out of a single spout.
Wall Diverter: Whereas the diverter units functional parts gets concealed inside the wall and only the lever, spout and overhead shower would be visible. The spout and the knob are different parts, unlike the wall mixer, hence look more compact and space efficient. Since all the functional parts get concealed in the wall, there’s only an aluminum sheet with a lever and depending upon the types of diverter and feature requirements, water flow from sources can be controlled. And while<a href="https://www.planndesign.com/articles/3068-things-you-must-know-while-planning-modern-bathroom" target="_blank"> planning modern bathroom</a> these fixtures are very much part of the bathroom design.
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The Two Types Of Wall Mixers:
● 2 in 1 wall mixer
● 3 in 1 wall mixer
2 in 1 wall mixer consists of 2 features
➢ an overhead shower
➢ hot and cold water knobs.
3 in 1 wall mixer consists of 3 features
➢ an overhead shower
➢ hot and cold water knobs
➢ a hand shower
<h2>The Four Types Of Diverters With Its Features:</h2>
● One way: controls one component like the overhead shower.
● Two Way: controls two components like the overhead shower and the hand shower
● Three Way: Its three-way design allows to control of up to three separate components
● Feature: Thermostatic Mixers: It maintains an exact water temperature throughout the duration of the shower and protects from any sudden changes in the water temperature.
<h2>Advantages Of Using A Wall Mixer</h2>
● Wall mixers are the best replacement for traditional full turn taps. Here the ‘’full turn’’ on and off taps have been replaced by quarter turn knobs which are more durable.
● It allows to switch flow between the taps and a shower attachment or between the overhead and the hand shower and is particularly useful where there isn’t room for a separate bath and shower enclosure.
● Wall mixer is installed on the wall therefore, the unit can easily be changed or repaired when needed.
<h2>Advantages Of Using A Diverter</h2>
● A diverter is installed inside the wall and hence, best suits the minimalist bathroom interior style or the <a href="https://www.planndesign.com/articles/3080-8-affordable-ways-turn-your-bathroom-spa" target="_blank">spa-like</a><a href="https://www.planndesign.com/articles/3080-8-affordable-ways-turn-your-bathroom-spa" target="_blank"> bathroom</a>.
● Even the diverter allows switching flow between the taps and a shower attachment or between the overhead and the hand shower so can be considered a good replacement for traditional full turn taps.
No matter what home dwellers buy, be it wall mixer or diverter, we suggest you to buy a branded unit which is available in various designs and style and looks quite trendy and stylish. Just make sure to choose the style that matches the <a href="https://www.planndesign.com/blogs/bathroom" target="_blank">bathroom interior style</a> and budget.
Lastly, take a read of the most important <a href="https://www.planndesign.com/articles/2976-bathtub-vs-shower-which-perfect-your-bathroom" target="_blank">Bathtub vs. Shower, Which is Perfect for Your Bathroom?</a>
And an example of one such video uploaded on our <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/PlannDesign" target="_blank">Youtube channel</a>

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