Make a bathroom stylish, beautiful and ergonomic every woman dreams. At present, the range of sanitary ware helps to create the desired interior even in a small bathroom. For example, the washbasin "Jug" will save a lot of free space, as it is usually installed above the washing machine .
Sink "Water Lily" over the washing machine: advantages and disadvantages
Naturally, any thing has its pros and cons. Many consider the shell "Water Lily" a very convenient invention, while others note a number of inconveniences associated with its installation.
Minuses:
- Non-standard siphon, which is necessary for this type of sink. If it is not included in the package, then it is worth not to purchase plumbing, as it can be very difficult to find it. The same problem arises for those who for some reason decided to replace the siphon.
- Due to the fact that the water merges back, the "water lily" can often clog.
- If the sink is not installed correctly, the edges of the machine will stick out and prevent you from approaching it closely. Many, however, say that this is a matter of habit.
- Spray falls on the machine.
Pros:
- The installation of the "Water Lilies" sink saves space and increases the useful area.
- This kind of shell has a lot of shapes, respectively, to create an individual, aesthetic design of the bathroom.
- Spectacular, unique view.
Features of "Water Lilies"
Such shells can differ in some parameters:
- in form they are rectangular, square, semicircular, angular;
- according to the type of sink, the "Waterlily" sink can be with a vertical sink, which is more convenient and practical, and with draining back;
- dimensions of the shell "Water-lilies" can also be very diverse, for example, for a bathroom in a "Khrushchev" can recommend a shell "Water-lily" compact, for a more spacious room is more suitable for a broader and deeper model;
- a mixer for the sink "Waterlily" in many models is installed either wall or shared with the bathroom, but the manufacturers have started to produce and options with holes for the mixer;
- the depth of the sink may depend on the height of the washing machine - if your laundry assistant allows you to choose a deeper "Water Lily", then give preference to it so that you do not wipe the spray and drops after each washing.
Rules of installation and use
A few simple rules will help you quickly and easily install the sink and then for a long time to be satisfied with the result:
- Water should not get on the wires, so before you go to buy a sink, you need to measure the machine. "Water-lily" should be a bit wider and longer.
- To not rest against fingers and knees in the machine, it is better to make it "portable", i.e. move it away from the wall by 20-30 cm.
A well-formed place will look great with a mirror with lockers. - Take care in advance about the brackets on which the "shell" of Russian production will be "sitting", they usually go to the "foreigner".
- When connecting the sink to the water pipe, it is necessary to make sure the connections are tight.
The bowl "Waterlily" can be made of both porcelain and acrylic, and marble. By the way, marble shells are more resistant to the action of chemical and abrasive substances.
Naturally, buying a small sink, you should not flatter yourself about the size of home appliances. Perhaps, even worth considering the option of buying a set of washing machines with a sink "Water Lily.
Even in a tiny apartment can be convenient and comfortable, if you think about everything.