1、 Application scenarios of basin (washbasin)
Every morning, with sleepy eyes, you wash your face and brush your teeth, inevitably dealing with the washbasin. A washbasin, also known as a basin, is a washing and brushing platform installed on the bathroom cabinet in the bathroom. Its rugged appearance also requires careful selection and maintenance, otherwise it will turn yellow, stain, or even crack after accidental impact when used. The yellowing on the surface is generally caused by the high water absorption rate of the porcelain surface of the basin when fired at medium to low temperatures, while cracking belongs to the overall poor structural quality. To avoid these troubles, it is necessary to spend some time selecting a multi-layer glazed basin with a simple design and quality that can effectively prevent water overflow.
2、 Material type of basin (basin)
The material of the basin is various, including ceramics, marble, artificial stone, glass, and slate. Among them, ceramic and marble basins are the majority.
The ceramic basin has a smooth and bright surface, giving people a sense of texture. With simple decoration, it can be easily used in various simple modern style bathrooms, and has a variety of styles and sizes, mature craftsmanship, durability, and moderate price. It is the choice of most families.
The marble basin has strong resistance to building, high weight, and gives a thick feeling. It has various styles and colors, making it suitable for use in mid to high-end households; However, marble is prone to oil pollution, is not easy to clean, and is prone to heavy impact and fragmentation. However, its price is relatively high, and some low-end brands are prone to impersonating marble with artificial stones.
Slate is an emerging type of basin material in recent years, with extremely high hardness, less impurities and cracks, and is not easy to penetrate and radiate, but its price is extremely high.
Glass basins are generally made of tempered glass, which has strong scratch resistance and durability, good pollution resistance, easy cleaning, and a clean and tidy surface, making them pleasing to the eye. When impacted by external forces, the entire structure is prone to fragmentation.
Stainless steel basins are relatively easy to clean, have strong anti fouling ability, are cheap, and are of low grade and prone to rusting.
3、 How to choose a basin (washbasin)
1. Installation method
The basin can be divided into an upper basin, an lower basin, and an integrated basin based on its installation position on the bathroom cabinet.
On stage basin: There are various types and styles of basin, which are more beautiful after installation. It is often used in high-end hotels and apartments, and is easy to install. Even if there are problems, it only needs to be replaced easily. However, because it is installed on the bathroom cabinet through adhesive and the material of the adhesive is closely related, over time, the joint is prone to blackening, peeling, and other situations, and it is extremely difficult to clean.
On the contrary, the installation of a basin under the table is more complicated, and maintenance and disassembly require professional personnel to operate. However, it will not damage the overall aesthetics of the bathroom cabinet and is easy to clean.
Integrated basins are also divided into column type basins and wall mounted basins. There is no gap between the bathroom cabinet or bracket and the basin, making it easy to clean and aesthetically pleasing. It is suitable for small bathroom areas. The drainage method of the bathroom is bottom drainage, and a column type basin is selected; The selection of wall mounted washbasin for wall row.
2. Faucet position
The basin can be divided into no hole, single hole, and three holes based on the number of faucet holes.
Perforated basins are commonly used for installation on a panel next to the platform, and faucets can be installed on walls or countertops.
Single hole faucets are generally in the form of a mixed cold and hot water connection, which is the most common type of basin. They can be paired with regular cold and hot faucets, or electric faucets if connected to regular tap water.
Three hole faucets are rare, usually consisting of two cold and hot water interfaces and one faucet installation hole.
3. Size and bathroom area
In the case of a bathroom cabinet, the size of the sink should be consistent with the size of the reserved area of the bathroom cabinet, and the style and color chosen should also match the bathroom cabinet. If the bathroom area is small, you can choose an integrated basin, which has a small footprint and a beautiful appearance.
(1) Selection of the minimum size of the basin on the table
(2) Minimum size selection of the basin under the table
The height of the basin is quite important, and ideally, it should be around 80-85 centimeters above the ground. At this height, it can be used comfortably by both the elderly, children, and adults. The depth of the basin should be around 15-20 centimeters, and there should be sufficient curvature at the bottom of the basin to ensure that no water stains remain.
4. Surface
The surface of the basin in direct contact with water should have low adhesion, high heat resistance, corrosion resistance, and durability, and the surface should not have uneven needle eye, bubble, and luster. When sliding and touching with hands, the overall feeling is delicate and smooth, and the sound of tapping on various positions of the basin is clear and crisp, without any muffled sound.
5. Water absorption rate
For ceramic basins, the water absorption rate of the basin is a more important indicator. The lower the water absorption rate, the better the quality of the ceramic basin. A higher water absorption rate can cause water to enter the ceramic glaze and expand and crack.
6. Color Style
White basin is the most common color for basin and can be versatile in various modern and minimalist bathrooms. The decorative style adds a spacious and bright feeling to the bathroom, suitable for small users.
The black basin is suitable for matching with the white wall, creating a solemn visual sense.
