Curbstones for overhead sinks: types of models

The comfort and aesthetic atmosphere of the bathroom plays the same important role in the interior of the house as the living room, bedroom and kitchen. After all, our morning begins with the bathroom, and there we also see off the day before we go to bed. Even in small apartments, where you have to save useful space, the bathroom can become an island of comfort and the embodiment of artistic taste.

Along with the most important components of the interior of the bathroom, the sink and nightstand under it are one of the most functional items. But standard sinks do not differ in original design and occupy a lot of space in the cabinet.They are replaced by new designs in the form of beautiful bowls, as if casually placed on the table top.

This is a modern design technique, in which the sink is not sunk into the countertop, but installed on a horizontal surface. In addition to the original appearance, overhead sinks save space.

Such shells are bowls of various shapes and materials, serve as an independent design element.

So, for example, white faience constructions are perfectly combined with the classical style, and sinks made of wood or stone will be the exclusive highlight of a respectable room.

The main condition for the installation of the shell is the place where it will be placed. And the best for this purpose are suitable special cabinets, which are represented on the market in a huge range.

The main feature of the cupboard under the sink is a hole for draining in the countertop and the absence of a back wall, which facilitates the supply of communications. To reinforce the structure in the upper part of the cabinet, additional planks are used, and the lower part is reinforced with steel corners.

By design, this piece of furniture can be floor or hinged. Each type has its own advantages, and their choice depends only on the preferences of the owner.

• Floor stand more stable, you can lean on it. It supports the weight of heavy shells made of thick glass, cast iron and stone. For better fixation on the floor such cabinets can additionally be mounted on the wall. Models with legs or a small narrow pedestal will help protect the lower part of the stand from possible wetting, if suddenly there is a spill of large amounts of water. Moreover, under such furniture is easier to perform wet cleaning.

• Mounted models mounted to the wall with brackets, do not reach the floor and create a feeling of weightlessness of the whole structure. It can be very narrow cabinets, resembling a tabletop, but at the same time hiding sanitary communications.The main condition for the installation of wall-mounted products is a load-bearing wall that can withstand the load of both the drawer and the heavy sink on it. The choice of a hinged model will be especially justified if the floor heating system is installed in the bathroom.

Classic types of thumbs have a square or rectangular shape. However, they can be of different sizes, depending on the design and size of the room.

This option will give the bathroom a rather unusual look, will not only hide the pipes and hoses, but also complement the room with volumetric space for storing household items.

The design of the pedestals for the shell sink depends primarily on the free space of the room and is determined by the facade of the pedestal. Whether it will be open shelves or classic hinged doors, drawers or empty space under the sink - each option has its own characteristics and purpose in the room.

• Standard cabinets with one or two doors most capacious. They will hide unsightly cleaning items and cleaning products.
• Curbstones with glass doors will give the interior finesse, but will require special aesthetics of their filling. Cosmetics, bath accessories, towels can be stored in such pedestals.

• For very small premises it is rational to purchase cabinets with sliding doors. This may not be very convenient in terms of overall visibility inside the product, but open doors will not take up extra space.
• Cabinet in the form of a chest of drawers with drawers is convenient in the event that it is supposed to store a lot of small trifles in it.

• The original solution for spacious bathrooms can be console, stylized antique or modern design. This model in its classic form is a narrow “chimney” shelf with long legs, it can be equipped with a small drawer under the table top for storing small items.
• Whatnot - Another unusual solution under the shell sink. Open shelves will allow to decorate the room with objects of art or souvenirs of a marine theme.For the decor fit large shells, corals, starfish.

The choice of optimal parameters of the cabinet is a guarantee of aesthetics of the interior and ease of use of the washbasin. Standard cabinets have a height of 80 cm, a length of 1 m, a width of 50 cm.

Individual parameters are determined by the availability of free space in the room and the dimensions of the bowl.

• Models with a width of less than 50 cm are inconvenient in everyday life and are installed only in very narrow rooms, combined with a toilet room, if there is such a need. But the width of more than half a meter, unprofitable, even for spacious rooms. Too wide tabletop will look unnecessarily cumbersome.
• The height of the bollard is calculated on the basis of the parameters of growth of an adult and is dictated by the recommendations of the experts on posture.
• The length is not critical and is selected based on the overall style of the bathroom and consumer preferences.

Curbstone under the sink is always associated with high humidity,even if it is hermetically sealed from water. Therefore, it is necessary to choose materials that are resistant to temperature extremes and evaporation. It is important that the material does not deform over time, does not undergo the formation of fungus and mold.

Modern methods of processing materials allow the manufacture of cabinets that meet all the above standards.

In the production of the most commonly used materials:

• noble sorts of wood;
• wood fiber chipboard and MDF;
• plastic;
• glass;
• metal.

As a rule, several types of material are combined in products, one of which is taken as the basis, and the rest serve as components or facade decoration.

The most expensive models are made of natural wood.. It makes sense to acquire them for luxurious interiors in classical style, baroque or rococo. A wooden cabinet can decorate a bowl made of glass, stone or porcelain, which will give additional respectability to the room.

But for interiors, it makes no sense to spend money on the acquisition of expensive wood: wood chipboard (chipboard or MDF) will safely replace it.Products of modern production are indistinguishable from the mass of wood, are protected by a thin plastic film, and are much more economical in price. Wood boards - the most common option frame of all pedestals under sinks.

Plastic (in other words, durable plastic film) most often serves as a coating of the table top and the front of the pedestal. As well as plastic parts can be used as accessories: guides, handles, hinges, latches.

In a similar capacity acts and metal. In addition to the function of component elements, metal can be used as decoration: in the form of forged handles, stands, patterned additions to the decor.

Glass used to cover worktops or the manufacture of shelves and door leaves. This can also be attributed to the mirror design of the facade of the curbstone, full or partial.

Of course, the most pleasant moment of purchase is the choice of the appearance of the furniture. In order not to get lost in the variety of the proposed options, you should decide in advance on the style of future furniture. Designer composition of the counter sink and cabinets can be the main focus of the bathroom interior.

Consider the most common style options that, if desired, you can add your own design ideas.

The style is characterized by clear lines and regular shapes. Equally important are the materials and colors.

Antique classics emphasize marble cabinet with a stone or porcelain bowl, and for the classics of the nineteenth century it is worth looking at the products of noble varieties of wood in warm shades. Forged decorative elements in brass or bronze will add to the interior pomp of the baroque style.

Classic variants of thumbs without decorations are suitable for minimalism style. The main rule of this direction is maximum simplicity and functionality.

The main advantage of the bedside table in a minimalist style is that with its unpretentiousness it accentuates the beauty and brightness of the bowl.

One of the areas of country style that deserves special attention.This style is inherent in pastel colors and the atmosphere of coziness of a country house in the south of France. Wooden cabinets materials create a feeling of warmth, and artificial aging or styling bleached oak complements the overall style of the interior. Forged ornaments on the doors, carved, curved legs, an abundance of small drawers are suitable here.

Conceptual modern style based on an urban approach. It is a delicate balance on the edge of luxury and poverty. A loft-style room resembles a manufacturing factory or an abandoned attic of a high-rise building. However, upon closer examination, designer items from expensive materials, the author's works of the masters and incredible in its design elements of decor come to the fore.

The curbstone under the shell sink can be made of a variety of materials, the main condition - it must carry a semantic idea. For example, the cabinet can be styled as a metal or wooden box with patch locks,table from the foot sewing machine.

The style combines elements of wood and steel, brickwork and stone. A laid-on sink made of galvanized metal or wood will add a composition of brutality, and airy white faience, on the contrary, will dilute the atmosphere with fresh notes.

On how to mount a cabinet under the shell sink, see the following video.