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Cloakroom Sink

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On the surface, choosing a cloakroom sink seems like an easy job, until you realize that there are thousands of different choices online and in your city!  This post is aimed to show you the different common types of cloakroom sinks and how to save money on them.

Saving money on a cloak room sink is fairly simple, especially when you shop online.  The easiest way to do this is to understand that there isn’t a whole lot of difference between the designer and discount brands of sinks.  They are all made of ceramic and porcelain, white, and drain water from the faucet.  You’re not going to get much advantage from spending the extra money on a name brand, except for an ego boost (but you’re the only one that will know it’s a designer brand!).  In short, save money by shopping the no name brands!

Online you can save a lot of cash by finding the shipping deals.  Sinks are extremely heavy, and if you can get free shipping or be able to pick it up locally you’re going to save serious money.  Many online retailers will have a minimum amount that you have to spend before qualifying for free shipping, but most sinks will meet that minimum.  Be patient and shop around, you’re bound to find a great deal.

Pedestal Cloakroom Sink

The most common sinks for cloakrooms are the pedestal sink.  They are their own unit that doesn’t have a cabinet or mount to the wall.  Instead, the ceramic extends all the way to the ground, and the water drains through there.  Most times you’ll install these if you already have a pedestal sink because the plumbing has to run up through the ground, rather than the wall for most sinks.

A warning with pedestal sinks, have a drain that will catch things like rings and contact lenses!  If not, it’s nearly impossible to fish those out from that style of plumbing.

Wall Mounted Cloakroom Sinks

Another common style of small cloakroom sinks are the wall mounted variety.  These are what you’re used to seeing in the common cloak room, and easy to install and maintain.  They are mounted to the wall and have the traditional style of plumbing.  This makes it extremely easy to upgrade from the old sink to the new one.

Outfitting your cloakroom with the proper fixtures is important for your home and your guests.  Spend time browsing the different models, but keep in mind that the generic brands work just as well as the designer ones!

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