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To Help Our Clients . . . Materials: There are many choices of bathroom sinks available. n Acrylic Our list features pros and cons to help you make an Acrylic sinks are non-porous, meaning that liquids do not educated decision. We’ve included a few brand Web seep in, causing stains.. Scratches can be sanded and buffed. sites for you to explore. Popham does not endorse Cons: They should not be cleaned abrasively as the finish these resources, but only supplies them as a convenient will be damaged. They are also not heat resistant. source of information. Popham also encourages you to n //Vitreous China visit local business resources such as Ferguson Enter- Ceramic is opaque and is more porous than porcelain. prises and Winnelson to view samples in person. Porcelain is translucent and is superior in resisting staining. Vitreous china is durable high gloss enamel glazed ceramic. Sink Types: Cons: These sinks can stain and will chip if heavy objects are n Top-Mount (Drop-In, dropped onto its surface. They are heavy. Self-Rimming) n Cultured Marble It sits directly on top of the coun- These lightweight, resin sinks and vanity tops are made ter. Top-mounts work with any of polymers mixed with marble dust. They are waterproof, countertop material and are the durable, and resistant to chipping. simplest to install. Cons: They should not be cleaned abrasively as the finish Cons: Grime and mold builds up will be damaged. They are also not heat resistant. around the lip of the sink. n n Under-Mount Glass is durable. Drain cleaner, nail-polish remover, and Best for a sleek look and easy other tough staining agents typically won’t leave a mark. cleanup. Spills from counters can Cons: To avoid cracking, be sure to purchase tempered-glass. be wiped directly into the sink. Prone to water and soap spotting, requires more cleaning. Faucets are installed into the counter or mounted on a wall. n Metallic Cons: Some can’t be used with Brass and Copper make gorgeous bathroom sinks. laminate countertops. They are non-porous and will not stain. Cons: Brass and Copper will oxidize with time and therefore n Pedestal change in color. These soft metals can easily scratch and dent. They can be modern or traditional in style. Useful where you don’t n Solid Surface have a lot of room. The pedestal These sinks can be paired with countertops made of the style helps a room look larger. same material for a sleek, seamless look. Common types are Cons: There isn’t much usable cultured marble, Swanstone, and Corian. area around the basin. Cons: Though solid-surface sinks scratch easily, the damage can be sanded and buffed away. n Vessel A vessel sink is a basin that sits on n Stainless Steel top of a bathroom vanity/counter. Manufacturers typically charge more for thicker, 18-gauge They are available in many kinds stainless sinks than for thinner, 23-gauge models. Regard- of materials. less of gauge, most models are resistant to dents, stains, Cons: Vessel sinks do not come scratches, heat, and noise from water flow. with overflow relief drains, and Cons: Prone to water and soap spotting. Needs polishing. they require specific faucet types. n Stone Faucets: Make sure any faucet extends well into the sink to Engineered stone and quartz composite, marble, granite, avoid drips onto the counter. Don’t choose a large faucet travertine, and onyx are the ultimate in luxury bathroom for a small sink, which can cause splashing. See Popham’s sink materials. Faucet information for more details. Cons: They are heavy and can chip. www.aquaglass.com www.batesandbates.com www.robern.com www.us.kohler.com www.artesiansinks.com en.custombronzeart.com www.ronbow.com www.stoneforest.com www.nkba.org Popham Construction n (812) 479-5850 n www.pophamconstruction.com