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August 12, 2017 18:05

What is the countertop in the bathroom under the sink buy - advice on selection and installation

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0 Bathroom has a number of features that distinguish it from many other buildings (both residential and utility).Without listing all the specifics, it is sufficient to note only the two most significant moment in practical terms - modest size, as well as the need regular access to engineering systems (control condition).

Various bezel, cabinets under the sink and a number of other options allow only partly to minimize the inconvenience caused by the small size.Even people far removed from the issues of planning and design, note that the installation of countertops in the bathroom (including under the sink), if it is done correctly, comprehensively solves many household problems.To learn how to choose and install the countertop in the bathroom - this article.

in city apartments and the majority of private homes in the bathroom only 1 sink.Here on this and we will proceed.Although differences in the construction of countertops under one or more plumbing fixtures are not so many, but some nuances in the installation is still available.

consider the main criteria for choosing countertops for the bathroom:

Features mounting

begin assessing the feasibility of the purchase should be with this.Set worktops in one of two ways.Nothing new humanity will not come up in this area.

Suspended construction

Pros:

  • These countertops are more convenient in terms of cleaning the bathroom.Their fixation is carried out by means of brackets, which are mounted on one or adjacent walls.Consequently, any vertical supporting elements are absent.
  • Since the space between the countertop and the floor, in addition to the sink and a siphon hose, nothing, it can be efficiently filled.In urban apartments a good solution - installation under a shelf washing machine.Of course, if it is a model that has the boot hatch opens sideways rather than upwards.

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only downside can be considered limited in the assembly.No matter how attractive was the worktop in such execution, not in every bathroom to get it to install.And if yes, then everything else will have to adjust the clearance "under it."

What to consider when installing countertops hanging

Masonry

countertop itself has weight.Plus - the load as a shelf on any items will be set by definition.After all, the main purpose of countertops - artificial expansion of space.These models are suitable except for the houses constructed of brick or concrete.Hoping that the brackets are fixed in the cellular concrete anchors or wood screws powerful (bolts), will stay forever, hardly worth it.Worktop exactly "float", and pretty soon.

shell type

False model of shells in such shelf mounting method does not fit unambiguously.

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Countertops with legs

vertical supports can reduce the load on the walls.Some models tops them all is not attached.Consequently, these shelves can be installed in any bathroom, regardless of the material from which the building is constructed.

Availability legs makes it difficult to clean, and a few "conceals" the usable space.But if you think about it, the last disadvantage can be turned and convenience.For example, set (using props like a desk) horizontal shelves.In this case, it is advisable to book a table top into a specialized organization.Will a bit more expensive, but the benefits of this solution are obvious.And if you provide that the shelves can be easily removed, the problems with the cleaning of the capital in the bathroom just will not.

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type countertops

Shelf-molded

Pros:





  • «Hygiene" products.This table-top - a monolithic structure, which has a sink.The lack of connection points, slits - a guarantee that it will not collect dirt.For those who are overly concerned about health issues, these models - the best option.
  • Installation is greatly simplified, since it does not have to do a punch bowl, to engage in the last assembly, fitting it in place and seal the joints.

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Cons:

  • First of all - the high price.Such models are tops not made of cheap materials such as fiberboard, and the like.
  • bad maintainability.And to be precise - the inability to change the shell.With significant damage to countertops anywhere you will have to reinstall the entire "package".

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Pros:

  • On a shelf easy to put any plumbing fixtures.
  • not have to deal with a hole for the sink.

Based on customer reviews, cons by this criterion is not.

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countertop embedded shells

If we are not talking about the products custom-made, the convenience is obvious.Place shells install any selected based on the specific features of the bathroom.

Cons:

  • Bringing order to a table top will require more time.Basically, because of the accumulation of dirt in places of contact with the shelves sanitary product.
  • installation complexity.Incidentally, this is limited to a few embodiments and choices.Cut countertop even from easily treatable materials will only special tool.Usual hacksaw will not work.Plus - in order to achieve a good result, needs and skills.We'll have to keep right on cutting the intended contour shells.The slightest indentation in the side of the lead to the emergence of large gaps, sealing that will be quite problematic.As a result - constant puddle on the floor.

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Material countertops

Stone

Natural (usually marble or granite) - the most expensive version of table tops.Pros - it is mainly from the field of design.

But on the cons worth telling details:

  • high price, so this countertop - not "for all".
  • considerable weight and hardness of the material.Durability with the right care is provided, but the installation of their own hands - a big question.We'll have to pay an additional professionals.

Artificial stone - the most appropriate option.In essence, of artificial stone countertops - products made of composite materials, which are widely used in various fields.

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Pros:

  • high durability.
  • good maintainability.For sale is a lot of tools to "mask" a scratch, restore luster (if not originally worktop matt).
  • variety of colors and shades.
  • minimum care countertop surface.

Cons:

  • price is higher than models from other materials.
  • Exposure to thermal deformation.Is it important for the bathroom, it's different, but it should be noted.

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chipboard (MDF), laminated

Pros:

  • material is easy to work.Therefore, problems with the installation of built-in sink will not arise.
  • A variety of colors and textures.
  • low cost.

By cons include increased water absorption.Comments on this item is required.

What to consider when choosing a countertop made of MDF or chipboard

  • countertop edge lamination.coating can be bend, or only to a lower cutoff level (at 90º), volvulus or partially on the lower side (180º).The latter option is preferable to execution.If
  • coated worktop has a curved shape, the bending portions of the laminate are unavoidable joints at the ends of the shelf.And these places to determine the problem from the viewpoint of water resistance.

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wooden worktop

These countertops are in vogue in the wake of increased demand for all "environmentally friendly."The advantages are many, but it is not a priori mean that the worktop made of wood - the best option.

What to consider when choosing:

  • In principle, under the terms of a bathroom is not much different on the sauna (bath).Those increased (sometimes excessive) moisture, temperature extremes.Accordingly, and care for such a countertop will need more careful.In the first place - a regular impregnation antiseptic board.
  • To extend the working life of countertops, you need to choose the right kind of wood.Given the specificity of the bathroom, better suited larch.The special resin contained in the wood, giving it additional strength when wet and prevents the development of rot.If the decision is to establish just such a countertop, it should explore all that is available for access on the tree.It grows in different regions, but from the point of view of the installation in the bathroom of the inexpensive option is the best larch - ours Siberian.

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glass top

These countertops have appeared on the market recently, so it is hardly worth talking about the rich experience of their operation.From the point of view of hygiene and design many advantages, but also disadvantages missing.

  • for countertops is only suitable thick glass.Consequently, a lot of weight.
  • Sink comes.So, you will have to settle for what is available.
  • Operation glass countertop requires extreme accuracy - the fragility of the material is known.
  • will need constant care.Divorces, salt deposits after drying drops of water - all this is well known to every housewife.We'll have to choose between style and low maintenance countertops.

Installation Options countertops

installation rules and the steps listed in the instructions on the product.Some features noted in n. 1.

author is to draw the reader's attention only on individual moments.

Dimensions countertops

As a rule, they are standard.Still, in most cases it is possible discrepancy in length with a private bathroom.If it is small, in the range of 10 - 15 mm, when exceeded, will make or drink in the wall or an end trimming.It is necessary to take into account the characteristics of materials at home and shelves.

architecture bathroom

If it has a niche, then it is advisable to install the countertop in it.The openings are usually closed trim panels or cabinets, which are mounted on top.In accordance with this model and dimensions are selected.

Corner worktop options and look at original but obviously lose in terms of functionality.Put them on a large number of vials, jars and similar details is unlikely to succeed.In addition, they will only get in the way when using the sink.Consequently, the main purpose - as an additional shelf - such models do not match.

Author paid attention only to the basic features available on the market tops.Perhaps someone has formed a somewhat different opinion on certain selection criteria.And yet, given the fairly detailed information and what to buy for your bathroom under the sink - only your personal decision, dear reader.

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