| In today's modern bathroom, there are dozens of | | | | wood doesn't do well in moist environments. So many |
| bathroom vanities to choose from. The more traditional | | | | homeowners are a bit skeptical when they hear about |
| sink designs are giving way to the more modern | | | | wooden sinks. It is true that most woods do not last |
| vessel sinks. Unlike traditional designs, vessel sinks do | | | | under wet conditions. Only very strong and durable |
| not sit in the structure. Instead, they stand on its own, | | | | wood like teak and oak can be used in the bathroom. |
| and you can see the shape of the entire sink. It's | | | | Such wood possesses resinous oils that help protect |
| almost as if the sink is resting on the structure. There | | | | them from the moisture. In addition, a simple finish will |
| are, of course, many different types of sinks that are | | | | give added protection to the sink. So don't worry about |
| made from different materials. The beauty of each | | | | the wood rotting. Wooden sinks can be a unique |
| type of sink is subjective, so it's really up to the | | | | addition to the bathroom. |
| homeowner's individual preference. | | | | Copper sinks. |
| Porcelain vessel sinks. | | | | Copper is another material that is not commonly seen |
| Porcelain sinks are perhaps the most commonly seen. | | | | in the bathroom. Copper itself is not a shiny material, so |
| In fact, you don't only see them in homes, you also see | | | | do not expect the sink to have a glossy surface. |
| them in public restrooms. Many homeowners like this | | | | However, copper can match almost all types of bricks, |
| material because it looks clean, sturdy and simple. A | | | | tiles and concrete. The natural brownish color allows it |
| close substitute for porcelain would be clay. Although | | | | to fit into almost any design. Like all metals, copper can |
| not as durable as porcelain, a clay sink looks very | | | | be very durable and long lasting. |
| similar to porcelain in terms of outer appearance. Such | | | | Glass vessel sinks. |
| sinks can come in many designs. | | | | For more class and elegance, try installing glass sinks in |
| Stone sinks. | | | | your bathroom. Usually, you find these sinks only in |
| Stone vessel sinks provide a more solid look. If you | | | | luxurious hotel rooms. Clear class looks simple and |
| have a concrete theme, you may wish to consider | | | | exquisite, with its translucent quality. The sinks are also |
| installing stone sinks to fit into the overall design. The | | | | easy to clean and maintain. |
| benefit of using stone is that you tend to be able to | | | | When install vanities, be sure to spare a thought about |
| enjoy the natural patterns on the stone. The materials | | | | lighting. Light can bounce off the sinks to produce |
| come in naturally beautiful patterns and colors. Of | | | | stunning effects. For instance, a glass sink can refract |
| course, don't expect stone sinks to be of complicated | | | | the bathroom light and create a beautiful look. So don't |
| designs as they can be difficult to work with. | | | | ignore the lights when choosing your sink. You can |
| Wooden vessel sinks. | | | | usually get a good idea of the lighting effects from |
| You may be surprised to learn that there is such as | | | | sample photographs. |
| thing as a wooden sink. It is common knowledge that | | | | |