Choosing a courtesy cloakroom sink
There are numerous factors to consider when deciding on the best style for a small bathroom, en-suite bathroom, or second bathroom space. Space-saving options are often the primary consideration for how to use space efficiently and comfortably. In addition to a W/C suite and shower area, you’ll usually also want to include a sink.
Within the plumbing industry, the term lavatory refers to what may sometimes be called sinks or lavatories. Sinks are actually used only to describe kitchen sinks, so this can sometimes cause confusion when ordering brochures. The term sink refers to a standard size sink designed to be installed in the main area of your bathroom. Cloakroom sinks are typically smaller in size, used to fit into a smaller compact space.
Many manufacturers offer compact bathroom solutions to accompany their main ranges and will be listed in their catalogs along with the standard size. The first consideration for the review is where to place the cloakroom sink. If your door entrance opens into the space, you will need to leave this space clear to allow proper entry into the area. If the space in the room is very limited, placing a hanging sink in the middle of the area could restrict access to other facilities.
The HIB Reno Cloakroom sink is a good solution to this problem; its depth is 25 cm, so it would offer very little restriction to the space for manoeuvre. Alternatively, the HIB Kilo Cloakroom washbasin is a very elegant rounded washbasin with a depth of 27 cm. Both options mount against the wall and are designed for washrooms and compact spaces.
If you want to include storage options in your compact bathroom design, there are two options. You could include a wall cabinet with a mirror or a cabinet under the sink. The Concepts Form 400 freestanding sink unit is the latter of the two. It is a piece of furniture that includes a sink, it has a height of 850 mm from the floor to the top and a depth of 22.5 cm, so it should not restrict movement too much.
Another solution may be to look into corner basin options. Again, the door swing and position factor will determine if this is a viable option, but corner seat sinks can be very practical. Corner sinks often come as wall-mounted units with an exposed waste pipe below. This is due to its small size. Corner sinks may come with a pedestal (a piece of ceramic that hides the plumbing), but they are usually larger in depth and width.
Numerous providers offer compact options, so the best advice is to contact your local bathroom provider and get some catalogues. As with all manufacturers, it is a good idea to look for long guarantees that can give you peace of mind when making your purchase. Baños Imperial offers a lifetime guarantee on its pieces and Baños Pura offers a 25-year guarantee on its ceramic bathroom furniture.
