Sinks/Lavatories
Lavatory / Sink Materials

 
Sinks and lavatories are available in many materials including vitreous china, enameled cast iron, fireclay, glass, stainless steel, brass, copper, and both real and synthetic stone and marble.

Each has unique characteristics, both good and bad. Tubs and whirlpools are made of some of the same materials. Many are available in different configurations and styles, which are largely a matter of personal taste or space requirements.

Sinks can be categorized by the base material used to make them. The links below discuss the pros and cons of each material, and the various types and styles made from each.

Clay    Earthenware    Fireclay/Ceramic    Vitreous china

Glass    Soda/Lime Glass    Lead Glass/Crystal

Metal    Stainless Steel    Porcelain over Steel (POS)    Enameled Cast Iron    Copper    Brass     Finishes:     Brass     Satin Brass     Antique Brass     Polished Nickel     Satin Nickel     Antique Pewter     Polished Copper     Polished Gold     Bronze

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