Bathroom Sink – Countertop or Undercounter?

A sink is an essential piece of bathroom equipment, so even the smallest interior needs room found for one. The number of models is enormous, which makes choosing the perfect one difficult. Is a countertop sink more convenient, or an undercounter one? Should you go by looks first, or functionality? Read our guide and make the choice easier for yourself!

A countertop sink is a modern, designer solution that works well in minimalist bathrooms as well as rustic or retro ones

Bathroom sink – what should you consider when choosing one?

A bathroom sink should be… well, what exactly? There's no single answer to that question, because it all depends on your needs and your family's needs. We'll tell you, though, what to pay attention to when buying one, so that the model you choose fits your bathroom and is both practical and stylish.

Size

This is the key parameter to start your search for the perfect sink with. If you have a tiny bathroom, your choice won't be very wide - you simply need to find a model that fits. Owners of larger bathrooms have more freedom - in that case it's worth considering whether a single-bowl sink will be enough for your family's needs, or whether it's better to go for a double-bowl model.

Models such as the double-bowl Mila sink are a convenient solution - two people can use it at the same time.

Material

Sinks need to be durable and resistant to mechanical damage. Bathroom sinks made of conglomerate are a solution for years to come - they're hard-wearing and, at the same time, easy to keep clean.

Design

The shape of the sink is a matter of taste. You can go for a retro-style design, but in that case the whole bathroom should be arranged to match. One of the most modern forms is the rectangular sink with sharply defined edges - you'll find models with this shape at Balneo.

Color

Timeless white or bold black? Black is elegant, though you'll need a bit more patience when it comes to cleaning it. One thing is certain - a white sink fits any bathroom and never goes out of style.

Countertop sink – what are its features?

When choosing a sink, you need to decide whether you're interested in the countertop model, which has been fashionable for some time now, or the undercounter one. Countertop sinks are a very distinctive, eye-catching solution. They're comfortable to use, because:

• they don't take up space under the countertop, giving you extra storage space,
• the higher rim of countertop sinks prevents water from splashing onto the countertop.

Countertop sinks work best in larger bathrooms - their sculptural form stands out nicely there. However, if you have limited space but still want a designer countertop sink, at Balneo you'll find, for example, the tiny Vera sink measuring 40x40 cm, as well as the equally compact Vega sink measuring 40x22 cm.

Undercounter sinks – are they still fashionable?

An alternative to countertop-mounted sinks is the undercounter model. This solution is most often chosen for small bathrooms, where a larger sink is needed but a big countertop model would feel too overwhelming. Sinks mounted under the countertop (or recessed into it) allow all the mounting elements to be hidden, which could otherwise disrupt the bathroom's design. This solution is still fashionable and still gladly used in modern bathrooms.

Countertop or undercounter sink – which one to choose?

A countertop sink is worth choosing for a larger bathroom - it lets you go for an interesting, eye-catching arrangement of the countertop and mirror area. In that case, you also need to remember the decorative trap, which is visible in this setup - a plain plastic model won't look particularly attractive.

An undercounter sink is a traditional solution still used in bathrooms today, but let's be honest - it's not as designer-forward as countertop models. This type of sink also takes up a bit more space in the cabinet, which is worth keeping in mind when ordering bathroom furniture.