A vessel sink is a sink basin that sits above a counter top. It is elevated above the counter top rather a sink that is embedded down below the counter top. It is a very fashionable option for a contemporary bathroom.

They have been popular overseas for years and are finally making their way to America. Vessel sinks are available in stone, glass, metal or ceramic. Stone is usually the most expensive material with which vessel sinks are made. It is very durable and very stylish, but also very heavy. Quality stone vessel sinks are made from a single stone and shaped into a sink.

Ceramic vessel sinks are more light weight, but also chip and scratch easier than stone sink vessels. They are also less expensive. Glass vessel sinks are also susceptible to chipping and scratching. Metal vessel sinks scratch, but generally do not chip.

When choosing a vessel sink, it is important to match it with the rest of your bathroom vanity or bathroom cabinets and the rest of your bathroom. In terms of vessel sink style. There are limitless options as far as shape and color. There are also a large variety of vessel sink sizes.

Installing a vessel sink is a rather simple process and they are much easier to replace than the traditional sink top. This is because they are separate from the bathroom vanity so they can be removed and replaced with a new piece on their own.

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