Every homeowner should prioritise creating a timeless and elegant bathroom. The sheer amount of valuable "me time" we spend in them, along with a magnificent bathroom's capacity to increase the value of a home, should place it at the top of your list of home renovation projects.

And, as bathrooms get smaller by the day, how can we achieve a magazine-worthy style while maintaining maximum functionality and a sense of space? Introducing the wall-mounted or hung basin.

The Benefits

Mounted to the wall directly with wall-fixing bolts, independently from a supporting vanity or otherwise pedestal in standard bathroom settings, a stylish and durable wall-mounted wash basin will take your bathroom to the next level.

Wall-hung basins are ubiquitous in all bathroom settings, but they are especially useful in smaller bathrooms, ensuites, and powder rooms. The main reason is that they often have a shorter depth, which allows for more space in the bathroom at both waist and floor heights.

Aside from functionality, wall mount basins are an excellent method to achieve a floating look and flex minimalist flare because of the vast choice of contemporary forms and designs available, so you won't have to trade design for functionality.

Moreover, a wall-hung basin can be set at a height that is more convenient for you because it is fastened directly and independently to the wall. The basin is a spot you will spend a lot of time in front of, thus ergonomic issues should be considered during planning and installation, such as reducing back strain. When the floor space is free, cleaning becomes easier because there are fewer locations for dirt and grime to accumulate.

Last but not least, because hung basins are mounted without the need for any support such as a vanity, bench top, or pedestal, which are extra costs, choosing a wall-hung basin is typically much more cost-effective because nothing else is required besides the tapware, plug and waste, and bottle trap.

Range of Styles Available

Because of the variety of styles available and its popularity in recent years, many product designers have developed wall-hung basins with a good amount of built-in shelf space despite even shorter projections, so that, while you'll be saving a significant amount of space, the problem of shelving to place bathroom necessities like hand soaps and toothbrush holders is eliminated.

In this regard, a wall-mounted wash basin will come in a variety of styles to fit your preferred design aesthetic, including soft square architectural pieces and more round, organic designs. They are available in a variety of widths to fit your specific bathroom project, from ultra-small powder room basins of approximately 300mm to wide focal points, and attention-grabbing pieces of up to 1200mm. These larger basins are generally ideal for a layout that allows two sets of basin mixers. As previously stated, ample shelf space is readily available and encouraged, with options for left or right-side shelves and opposing tap landing decks.

Size and Weight

Despite their small frame that can be held in your hands, wall-hung bathroom basins, especially those made of stone can be deceptively weighty, so always double-check the model characteristics before purchasing. Dealing with unexpected weight and loaded lifting can put unnecessary strain on your body, causing back pain and hernias.

The stone wall-hung basin may be undeniably hefty, regardless of its structure, thanks to precision engineering that casts ancient granite from hillsides and mountains. Remember, this is a stone designed to withstand any chip, crack, cut, stain, dent, or acid attack with any force, so when purchasing you can expect stone sinks to be quite heavy.

Ceramic versions typically weigh substantially less than solid stones. A wall-mounted basin can live a more lightweight lifestyle because they are not made from solid hand casts. As a result, heavy models may only weigh 16kg, which is just more than half the weight of the biggest stone resin basins. On the other end of the range, the lightest ceramic wall-hung sinks weigh only 4.5 kilograms. With that much weight and as long as you're healthy and fit, you should be able to transfer the ceramic wall-mounted sink by yourself.

Installation Consideration

You'll want to make sure to use a strong wall for your wall-mounted sink since the load it must sustain requires enough support. If your wall is merely a stud divider, it is unlikely to withstand wall hangings of this weight or size.

Fixings often come with the basin and contain the wall hangers required to sustain the weight of the basin. These are fastened into the wall, with a wall plate and waste bracket installed to support the waste pipes.

While the modest size of a wall sink makes DIY appealing, it is recommended that you hire a plumber to conduct the actual job, especially if you need to relocate pipes from an existing basin to a new site or install concealed piping.