A basin is a type of sanitary ware, with a development trend towards water-saving, green, decorative, and clean hygiene. The basin can be divided into two types: upper basin and lower basin. This is not the difference in the basin itself, but the difference in installation.
A porcelain basin used for washing faces and hands in the bathroom. The basin can be divided into two types: upper basin and lower basin. This is not the difference in the basin itself, but the difference in installation.
A basin that protrudes from the countertop is called an on stage basin, while a basin that completely sinks below the countertop is called an off counter basin. The installation of the basin on the table is relatively simple. Simply open holes in the predetermined position of the table according to the installation drawing, then place the basin in the hole and fill the gap with glass glue. When using, the water on the table will not flow down the gap, so it is more commonly used in households. Due to the fact that the basin on the stage can make many changes in its shape, there is a lot of room for style selection, and the decoration effect is relatively ideal.
The basin under the table is convenient to use, and water and other debris can be directly wiped into the sink. However, in the future, the sink cannot be replaced, making maintenance more troublesome. After installation, the overall appearance of the understage basin is relatively clean and easy to manage, so it is commonly used in public places. But the joint between the basin and the countertop is more prone to dirt and accumulation. Moreover, the installation process requirements for the understory basin are relatively high: first, the understory basin installation bracket needs to be customized according to the size of the understory basin, and then the understory basin is installed in the predetermined position. After fixing the bracket, the perforated table top is covered on the understory basin and fixed to the wall – generally, an angle iron is used to support the table top and then fixed to the wall; Secondly, due to the staggered brackets under the countertop of the basin, the disassembly and assembly process is complex. If the length of the countertop is small, it is difficult to ensure installation quality. Furthermore, the style of the basin under the table is relatively single, and the only thing that can be utilized is the color and shape of the countertop, so it is generally rarely used in households.
The basin on the platform is a bit inconvenient to use, and debris cannot be directly wiped into the sink.
Category characteristics
1. Ceramic washbasin: It is the most commonly used material.
2. Stainless steel: Polished stainless steel is extremely compatible with modern electroplated faucets, but the surface of the mirror surface is prone to scratches. Therefore, for users who have used it many times, it is advisable to choose brushed stainless steel.
3. Polished Brass: To avoid fading, brass needs to be polished, with a protective layer of paint on the surface, which is scratch resistant and waterproof. On weekdays, simply use a soft cloth and a non abrasive cleaning agent to maintain cleanliness.
4. Reinforced glass: thick and safe, scratch resistant and durable, with excellent reflection effect, making the bathroom look more crystal clear, suitable for configuration with wooden countertops.
5. Renovated stone: The stone powder has added color and resin to create a material that is as smooth as natural marble, but is harder and stain resistant, and there are more styles to choose from.
Shopping tips
The bathroom is the most private space in the home, but the sink seems insignificant in this space, occupying a small area and having a single function. In fact, the sink has a great impact on our mood. It starts a fresh and pleasant day in the morning, and at night, it washes away fatigue and relaxes our body and mind. Therefore, choosing a suitable sink is an indispensable part of the bathroom.
1. Multiple materials
Due to the widespread use of ceramic floor tiles in bathrooms, ceramic basins made of matching ceramic materials are most widely used. Generally speaking, basins priced below 500 yuan are made of ceramic. This type of basin is more economical and durable, but there are few changes in color and shape, and it is basically white, with elliptical and semi circular shapes being the main ones;
● The glass basin first appeared in the name of Fashion design, and has been widely used. It has derived transparent glass, frosted glass, printed glass basin, etc., and is generally equipped with stainless steel brackets to show the owner’s taste.
● The stainless steel basin and other steel fittings in the bathroom together set off the modern texture unique to the Industrial society, which is a bit cold, but very distinctive.
The marble basin is made of marble and has a simple and lively design, paired with an ancient and rustic thick wooden bracket, giving it a great style.
Table basins priced from 1000 to 5000 yuan in the market are mid to high-end products. These priced products have a wide range of materials and styles, so you can see various materials other than ceramics. Table basins made of tempered glass, stainless steel, natural stone, and other materials have different styles and exquisite workmanship. For example, a table basin carved from a whole piece of black natural marble was exhibited at the home furnishings exhibition, with a luxurious appearance paired with several black metal seats. Under the refraction of the light, it looks like a delicate artwork, and of course, the price is also high, reaching over 30000 yuan.
2. Colorful Colors
In terms of color, traditional white and beige are no longer the main characters. The trend of personalized home furnishings has driven the personalization of bathroom. As for the basin, color has become the declaration of individuality first. Colorful colors such as light green, navy blue, bright yellow, and pink have become the color palette of modern homes, expressing the owner’s emotions and making people feel vitality and happiness at first sight.
In addition to the change in pure color tones, the infiltration of cultural flavor also makes traditional ceramic pots in white or ivory color show a noble and elegant temperament. For example, depicting a variety of flowers, birds, insects, and fish on a white tone adds a touch of charm, as well as ancient Tang and Song poetry, making the bathroom no longer monotonous.
● The change of texture and color also brings about the change of color. For example, the Cloisonné basin color logo is obvious and classical, but because of the high price, it is generally used in star hotels, as well as glazed glass basin, which has a full color close to glass, and the feeling of mutual infiltration is quite noble, and it is the first choice for children’s bathroom and design studio.
3. Abnormal specifications
At the International Home Furnishing Design Exhibition, in addition to being colorful, the basin appeared in an irregular geometric form. There were not only round semicircles and serious squares, but also angular triangles, Pentagram, and even petal shapes, which made the audience appreciate a lot of fun; The popularization of double or even three pots has also made the most effective use of home space and adapted to the fast-paced modern life.
In the eyes of top designers, the feeling of the basin and the lake are connected together. This is a complete and flawless model with no overflow holes, and the faucet is combined with the basin body. The irregular edge shape that appears to be accidentally rubbed out seems to be a natural lake water. When you are used to the ordinary faucet with flowing water, a sudden glance will make you involuntarily want to reach out and grab it, as if there is a source of flowing water, which is of course a luxury item.
4. Integrated basin
Traditional basins and countertops are often connected together with silicone, which is prone to scaling and may have black edges over time. The integrated basin has a strong overall design, convenient cleaning and maintenance, and can make reasonable and flexible use of space. It can also be installed on walls or paired with a bathroom cabinet at will. The diversification of the shape of the basin also affects the personalized expression of the integrated basin, and the designer’s eyes have shifted to the countertop. The emergence of more geometric countertops such as ellipses and trapezoids has broken the situation of rectangular dominance, and the rich colors have made the integrated basin more fashionable fans.
A square basin presents a smooth curved transition between the edge and bottom of the basin, with light and elegant lines, achieving a harmonious unity of lightness and strength. The basin seems to be able to fly like a butterfly from a stable tabletop.
Distinguish between advantages and disadvantages
The quality of the glaze is determined by the fact that it does not hang dirty, is easy to clean, and remains as shiny as new after long-term use. When choosing, choose the good one.
1. When looking at the light and observing from multiple angles from the side of the ceramic, a good glaze surface should be free of color spots, pinholes, sand holes, and bubbles, and the surface should be very smooth; Good and uniform reflection of light.
2. Gently touch the surface with your hand, making it very smooth and delicate; You can also touch the back, which should have a slight friction sensation of ‘sand’.
3. Knock the surface with your hand, and the sound made by good ceramic materials is very clear and crisp.
Development Trends
1. Water saving
With the improvement of our living standards and our awareness of environmental protection, we demand that the material used in our daily life should be environmentally friendly and water-saving. Merchants should also gradually improve according to the trend, and the future development of water-saving basins is a major trend.
2. Green
Green building and sanitary ceramics “refer to building and sanitary ceramic products that have a low environmental load on the Earth and are beneficial to human health in the process of raw material adoption, product manufacturing, use or recycling, and waste disposal. Priority should be given to building and sanitary ceramic products that have passed environmental labeling product certification and are labeled with the ten ring green label.
3. Decoration
Sanitary ceramics traditionally use raw glaze and are fired in one go. High grade sanitary ceramics have introduced the decorative process of daily porcelain into the production of sanitary ceramics. The sanitary ceramics that have been fired once are then painted with gold, decals, and colors, and then fired again (colored firing), making the products elegant and antique.
4. Cleaning and hygiene
1) Self cleaning glaze can improve the smoothness of the glaze surface, or it can be coated with nanomaterials to form a surface hydrophobic layer, which has a self-cleaning function on the surface of the product. It does not hang water, dirt, or scale, and improves its hygiene performance.
2) Antibacterial products: Materials such as silver and titanium dioxide are added to the sanitary porcelain glaze, which has bactericidal function or bactericidal function under photocatalysis, which can avoid the growth of bacteria or mold on the surface and improve hygiene.
5. Fashionization
The high-end sanitary ceramic series products, whether simple or luxurious, emphasize the need for a distinct personality without compromising health and comfort, which is fashion.
1) The basins placed on the cabinet surface in recent years have various shapes, and the inner and outer surfaces can be painted with highly personalized patterns. This facial cleanser also has an overflow channel, which prevents water from overflowing, and its actual performance is superior to similar glass facial cleansers.
2) The combination of various basins and dressing tables is both fashionable and practical, becoming a development trend.
3) The hair salon’s dedicated shampoo basin, similar to a table basin, allows people to wash their hair on their back, making it more comfortable.
