The most important attributes of any bathroom are the bathtub and sink. More recently, earthenware products of various shapes and colors have become the compositional center of the bathroom. But designer fantasies have brought the problem of choice into our lives.
Wanting to make a small room spacious, full of light and air, we use glass and, of course, glass bathroom sinks.
In this material we will talk about the types of glass sinks and list several of the best manufacturers of such sanitary ware.
Types of glass washbasins
According to the installation method, devices are divided into three types:
Console-mounted washbasin
At first glance, the washbasin appears to be just floating in the air, but then you notice the shiny chrome frame, elegantly attached to the wall.
In Soviet times, all sinks were attached according to this principle - they were hung on the wall. Only times have changed and crude sinks and rough but reliable fasteners have been replaced by no less reliable, but beautiful and elegant structures made of glass and chromed steel.
There are varieties of such sinks in which the washbasin itself is placed on a hanging countertop or a small hanging cabinet that does not touch the bathroom floor at all. For such products, the top surface can be made of the same glass as the sink (the sink and countertop are one piece).
Such sinks can be quite complex in design and can be equipped with:
- additional shelves, both closed and open;
- rotating heated towel rails (sometimes even several);
- holders for soap and toiletries.
Despite the more complex design, they are still elegant and do not overload the bathroom.
Console sinks are great in a small bathroom, where every centimeter of space is worth its weight in gold, since the space under the bowl remains free for functional use. And visually such a “washbasin” looks “lighter”.
Glass washbasin on a pedestal
Fundamentally no different from ceramic “brothers”.
The sink is attached to the wall using large self-tapping screws or silicone sealant, but the main load falls on the pedestal stand. For glass sinks it is made from steel and glass. Often these are complex designs with towel holders, stands and shelves.
Manufacturers offer several varieties of such stands:
- “tulip”, the compactness of which allows it to fit in a small space and at the same time hide the supply and drain pipes behind the original leg;
- a tabletop with a straight stand that serves as a shelf for washing utensils;
- a shelf with an offset stand that keeps space under the sink free;
- table top on two or even three “legs”.
The main advantage of this option is the ability to bring pipes from below and “hide” them in the pedestal.
Visually, this washbasin is a little “heavier” than the previous one. And his whole appearance as a whole is not for everyone.
Over-mounted glass bowl sink
The word “bowl” does not mean that the sink itself will only be round. There are rectangular, round, triangular overhead glass washbasins. There are also original, complex-shaped glass sinks.
This option requires a countertop or cabinet for installation. Manufacturers often sell ready-made sets (pedestal + sink or countertop + sink), but you can purchase a stand and a sink you like separately and put them together.
These sinks are perfect for a large bathroom. Here functionality is combined with luxury, beauty and sophistication.
All three types of sinks also have corner options, suitable for small bathrooms.
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Bowl shapes
Washbasins in the form of bowls come in different shapes:
- oval;
- round;
- square;
- asymmetrical.
Oval sinks usually do not have tap holes. They are placed on the tabletop, under which communications are hidden.
Oval bowl sink
Many models have overflow holes. Sinks of this type are built-in and overhead. The position of the oval model in the room can be easily changed.
Round-shaped bowl sinks, as shown in the photo, are also popular with buyers. They can be with or without overflow holes. Overhead round models for the bathroom are sold complete with a countertop and faucet. An overhead bowl sink on a bathroom countertop is easy and quick to install.
Round bowl sink
For those who like to decorate their home in a minimalist style, a square bowl sink will suit them.
Square sink shape
Asymmetrical products are used by lovers of extravagant design. For example, a shell-shaped sink will be combined with a splash basin and other unusual furniture.
Asymmetrical washbasin
Corner glass sinks
The main reason why you have to turn to corner sinks is the need to save free space. The bathroom is already one of the smallest rooms in the house, and in small-sized apartments, in Khrushchev-era buildings for example, such savings become a vital necessity.
Installing such a sink will allow you to use the usually unused space in the corner.
As was said earlier, hanging console glass sinks, or on a pedestal, or models with a cabinet and countertop can be corner sinks. Moreover, their size will not necessarily be small. On sale you can find wide sinks with a large bowl.
If space is limited, then there are very miniature corner washbasins with a diagonal of 30 - 40 cm. Of course, they cannot be called a fully functional sink, but for completely hopeless situations they will be good.
Corner sinks made of glass are not very different from ceramic ones, but all other things being equal, glass ones look more elegant, and also have a much wider range of colors compared to earthenware ones. Under certain conditions, it is color and transparency that can force a designer to opt for glass models.
Choosing a manufacturer
There is a wide range of plumbing products on the market, with popular brands being Ledeme and Frap. The first manufacturer produces a huge variety of sanitary glass products, which vary in shape and color, as well as additional accessories for bathrooms. The Frap brand is an elegant product of high quality at affordable prices.
Kohler is a leader in glass sinks. When manufacturing their products, sophisticated technologies are used that eliminate the occurrence of defects. The appearance of the sinks has been carefully designed and will delight you with its uniqueness and sophistication. But the cost of this product is high.
European brands bring washbasins of original shapes to the market.
What to look for when choosing
There are several factors in choosing a glass washbasin for the bathroom that you should pay special attention to:
- type of instalation
It depends on the specific location of the pipes in your bathroom; if this criterion is not taken into account when purchasing, you will either have to dismantle and move the existing wiring, or change the sink.
- Sink dimensions (dimensions)
This factor is influenced by the volume of the bathroom - a small sink can get lost in a large area among other interior items, and, conversely, with a large bowl in a small bathroom it will simply be impossible to turn around;
- Presence of overflow hole
It is considered necessary for all sinks, but if you do not like the extra hole in the bowl, and you are sure that you will not allow overflow, then you can ignore this criterion.
Although we repeat, many manufacturers consider it a mandatory element and the vast majority of manufactured models have an overflow, so it is better if your sink has such a hole.
- Appearance
The beauty and reliability of a glass sink directly depends on the quality of the glass. A transparent bowl will be spoiled by manufacturing defects, such as internal bubbles, surface irregularities, different thicknesses of the casting, and poorly polished sharp edges and chips are even dangerous.
In addition, it is necessary to check the completeness of the glass washbasin piping so that during installation you do not discover the absence of necessary parts.
Advantages and disadvantages of glass sinks
Before choosing a washbasin, you need to know what is bad and what is good. Like any thing, it has its positive and negative qualities. But we must pay tribute to the manufacturers - this device has almost none of them.
Advantages
- Strength
The products are made of tempered, impact and heat-resistant glass, heat-treated using special technology. This material is not afraid of temperature changes, scratches, or exposure to chemicals.
- Edge finishing quality
Excellent grinding of the sides and technical holes completely eliminates the risk of cutting yourself during operation.
- Aesthetic appearance
The variety of shapes, colors, and methods of decorating glass allows you to choose a glass sink to suit the interior of any style.
Flaws
It’s even difficult to decide what should be considered the disadvantages of glass sinks:
- Transparency that allows you to see everything under the sink?
But this problem can be solved by purchasing a washbasin made of colored or frosted glass or a built-in sink with a cabinet.
- Difficulty in care?
This factor frightens and worries buyers the most. In fact, cleaning a glass sink is no more difficult than a ceramic or earthenware one, especially with the use of modern products. Despite its transparency, with proper and timely cleaning there will be no traces of water, no traces of grease or dirt.
- Fragility?
It was said above that glass for sinks is not afraid of mechanical damage, except perhaps a direct blow from a heavy object, but not a single sink made of earthenware can withstand this.
Perhaps that's all!
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Review of models and manufacturers
Many manufacturing companies present their products on the Russian market. We will tell you about the most popular of them, and also compare the available models.
Kraus
The glass sinks of this American company are distinguished by their ultra-durable material and exquisite designer design. The company offers an ideal symbiosis of price and product quality.
- GV-101-14
- tinted glass
Glass thickness – 12 mm
- Diameter – 356 mm
- Height – 140 mm
- Price – RUB 13,642
- Overlay, mounted on a tabletop or furniture
- "Autumn forest"
Glass thickness – 15 mm
Frap
This Chinese company is the undoubted leader in terms of quality and price. Frap glass sinks are strong and durable; Available in both classic and original designs.
- F159-33
- beige
Glass thickness – 12 mm
- Diameter – 420 mm
- Depth to wall – 420 mm
- Price – 9,560 rub.
- Floor-hung, chrome siphon, table top, glass shelves, towel holder
- black
Glass thickness – 12 mm
- green
Glass thickness – 12 mm
- black
Glass thickness – 12 mm
Ledeme
The largest Chinese corporation has rightfully won the respect and trust of Russian consumers with the excellent quality of its products, as well as the variety, elegance of models and affordable prices.
- L115-1
- dark transparent
Glass thickness – 12 mm
- Diameter – 420 mm
- Depth to wall – 500 mm
- Price – RUR 7,340
- Hanging, semi-pedestal
- red-black
Glass thickness – 12 mm
Senli
The plumbing fixtures of this company are distinguished by high quality, interesting design solutions and fairly high prices. But the purchased cast glass sink on the cabinet will become a real decoration of the bathroom.
- T900C
- transparent, with a pattern on the cabinet doors
- Width – 900 mm
- Depth to wall – 530 mm
- Price – RUB 35,760
- Floor-standing, semi-automatic valve, chrome-plated towel holders, cabinet on legs with shelves
Glass thickness – 19 mm
Lamxon
A Chinese manufacturer produces good glass sinks. The elegant design of the models will interest connoisseurs of beauty, but the price is a bit high for the average consumer, although it is somewhat justified by the originality and durability of the products.
- Lyell 57
- red
- Width – 570 mm
- Depth to wall – 480 mm
- Height – 195 mm
- Price – 10,900 rub.
- Wall-hung, chrome siphon with bottom valve, swivel towel holder
Glass thickness – 15 mm
In conclusion of the review, we can conclude that if you are not strapped for money and would like to get maximum quality, a good choice would be glass sinks from American or Italian manufacturers, for example, Kraus, whose main production facilities are located in the USA.
A good choice, quite balanced in terms of price-quality ratio, would be Frap sinks. The models produced by this company are varied and accessible to most buyers. In the Frap company product catalog you can choose a glass sink for a bathroom of any size, for any interior.
But this is our opinion, and it’s up to you to decide which model or company you prefer.
Advantages of bowl washbasins
Like all overhead and mortise models of plumbing fixtures, bowl sinks have a number of advantages. They are easy to install. The devices are installed on the base of the countertop or embedded in bathroom furniture.
The bowl sink has versatility. It can be easily placed anywhere in the room. The countertop bathroom sink has no sharp corners, which is especially good for families. According to reviews from mothers, such devices are convenient when there are small children in the house.
Sink on countertop
