Latest Designer Bathroom Ideas and How To Guides for your Home

The most common way of installing a bathroom basin is to place it on a pedestal and fix the whole thing to the wall. However these basins are not all the same size or shape, and they may have one, two, or three holes in them for the taps. The spacing of these holes can also vary.

A bathroom basin with one hole in it will take what is called a monobloc tap, which is a mixer tap operated by a single knob or lever. Two tap holes, one on either side at the back of the basin are for standard pillar taps, hot at one side and cold at the other. Three holes in the basin are provided for the fitting of two taps and one spout. It is important to make sure that basin and taps match where the number of holes is concerned.  If you are unsure, then seek professional advice before buying.

If space is at a premium in a very small bathroom, it may be a good idea to use a basin that can be hung on the wall instead of using a pedestal. Sinking a basin into a vanity unit is also a good way of neatening things up and saving space.

The other thing to decide on when choosing the right bathroom basin is how the water will run away. There is the traditional plug hole and rubber plug method, or you may want to go for a more modern looking pop up system.