Stone sinks in the bathroom: features, selection rules, interesting models

The arrangement of the bathroom, in addition to aesthetic considerations, should be focused on functionality and durability. It is very important to correctly choose plumbing, a sink for the bathroom. Recently, sinks in the bathroom made of artificial stone have gained particular popularity. In construction supermarkets and design offices, you can see models of the washbasin made of both natural and artificial stone. You can find models of any size, overhead, integrated.

If the budget does not allow you to choose from natural variations, you can order a stone sink made of acrylic material. For a stone sink to last quite a long time, you need to take into account the characteristics of each material and recommendations for use.

Natural stone is an excellent material for the manufacture of plumbing. In this embodiment, a fairly dimensional piece of stone is taken, from which the desired object is carved. Also, the sink can be created from connected small pieces. They are made of river stone, onyx, marble, soapstone, basalt and others. The form is attached by sawing, milling, grinding. Without fail models are polished.

The elite category of goods includes sinks from a single piece. Custom-made products are available with an exclusive design, ornament. The stone is processed to reduce the porosity of the stone without damaging it. This is to prevent the penetration of moisture through the pores and the formation of bacteria.

Natural stone sinks comfortable to use, effective, this is a sign of status. A variety of colors and ornaments allows you to choose options for any style trends. The unique pattern of veins, spots, blots creates a real work of art. If you are trying to find a sink with a catchy, expressive appearance, you should pay attention to the models of onyx, malachite, jasper, marble, jade, sandstone.

Below are the popular workmanship.

• Granite - the most budgetary, durable, popular option, multi-colored allows you to experiment with decoration. Granite is resistant to water, aggressive cleaning products. Shades of gray, pink, red-pink prevail.

• Marble. Suitable for the most luxurious interiors, makes magnificent palace notes in the design. Very reliable, lasts a long time, is immune to external influences. Care is simple, high hygiene.

• Onyx. The exquisite drawing of this stone looks very worthy, status. Shades are quite diverse, you can choose from light yellow to chocolate brown. There are varieties with some degree of transparency, shiny like glass. Porosity is very low.

• Basalt. Exclusive models are often made from this stone. Such shells serve for a very long time, the highest level of strength. Shades: black, black-green, gray. Very resistant to moisture and aggressive agents.

• Travertine. The variety of tones varies from the lightest to the most saturated. Easy to process, patterned texture, very beautiful. This material, due to porosity, requires a very delicate attitude.

• River stone. Belongs to basaltic rocks, a very strong, unusual material. Practical, environmentally friendly, allowing you to create the most unusual forms.

The complexity of the processing of natural stone and the method of its extraction affect the formation of prices in a big way. Moreover, fans of this material every year more and more. The following product qualities contribute to this:

• long service life - in fact, the stone is eternal;
• highest strength;
• invariability of appearance;
• functionality;
• safety from an environmental point of view;
• excellent resistance to temperature extremes;
• texture, spectacular structure;
• presentable, status appearance;
• exclusivity, originality due to the fact that the pattern is not repeated;
• the ability to make products of different sizes, shapes.

With all the obvious advantages, there are also disadvantages, which must be taken into account:

• stone shells are very heavy;
• installation and delivery are complicated due to weight;
• many species do not tolerate aggressive chemicals;
• high price.

Plumbing made of artificial stone looks the same as natural it is characterized by high strength and durability in use. Sometimes it surpasses its natural rival in characteristics. For example, falling a heavy object can withstand lightness. This material is made from chips, polymer, acrylic, pigments, hardeners, plasticizers. They cost much cheaper.

Features of stone crumb products:

• the ratio of stone and crumbs of metal, glass and other components in them may be different;
• roster is constantly updated due to safer innovations;
• the design can be absolutely anything;
• artificial material is very plastic;
• most often, the composition is presented in the following proportions: 80% of the crumb stone 15% acrylic and 5% pigment;
• if there are less crumbs in the composition, the product will not be quite durable.

Imitations have many advantages:

• outwardly very aesthetic;
• the textures are diverse, the color scheme is rich, you can choose matte and glossy products;
• quite durable, a good quality sink will last about 10 years with proper care;
• resistant to external damage;
• well tolerate temperature contrast;
• it is easy to look after them;
• non-porous surface provides complete hygiene.

As for the minuses, it should be noted:

• do not tolerate too high temperatures;
• chemically aggressive detergents can damage surfaces;
• the price is budget compared to natural stone, but higher than other materials.

Even the highest quality material requires compliance with certain rules during installation and subsequent use. Experts recommend taking into account the following points:

• the weight of the shell should be evenly distributed over the entire surface of the support;
• support should be as reliable as possible;
• well suited for such plumbing metal worktop, forged stand;
• water should drain efficiently, the sink should dry;
• if you use wooden countertops for installation, it is better if they are reinforced with metal;
• assembly of the drain should not be accompanied by a stressful effect on the stone, it is impossible to sharply twist the thread - be careful;
• do not place sinks under heavy objects that may fall;
• the operation of stone plumbing does not require too much effort, but it is necessary to prevent the ingress of aggressive, abrasive substances onto the surface;
• remember that substances containing pigments can stain the stone.

It is very important that the size of the sink does not disappoint during operation, Therefore, you should pay attention to the following points:

• bathroom area - do not clutter up a small room with dimensional products; there are many compact models that are appropriate in any bathroom;
• optimal parameters that will ensure comfortable use of the sink - from 40 to 740 cm;
• a sink of less than 40 cm will not allow a good wash: water will fly in all directions, splash the surface;
• an oversized sink will look bulky, in addition, it is more difficult to approach it;
• width and depth of the product are also important.

See how to make a stone sink with your own hands in the next video.