While people think of complete bathroom remodels, the first few items on their mind are the vanity, sink, toilet, and lighting. During the redesign process the faucet can often get over looked, but in the end design of it all, the faucet is a very important asset to any bathroom remodel, large or small. Whether you are doing a complete bathroom remodel or just an update on your current bathroom design, here are a few things to keep in mind while choosing the right bathroom faucet for you.

The first thing to think about while deciding on a new bathroom faucet is your sink. The new faucet will need to compliment your sink and be designed to work with your sink and not against it. Bathroom faucets are available in many different designs to match along with sinks, these designs include: 8 inch, 4 inch, single hole, and wall mount. Some bathroom sinks have build in faucet holes, so you should measure the distance between the 2 outer holes to determine which faucet will work for you. If you have a vessel or under mount sink, a single home faucet or wall mount faucet may be best for your needs.

After you have figured out what style of faucet works best for your needs, now is time to think about what design will work best for your needs. The 8 inch bathroom faucets are normally available in 3 pieces, the tap, and hot and cold handles. A great factor with the 3 piece faucets are that if your hole measurement is not quite 8 inches, it will still work with your sink. The 4 inch bathroom faucet designs are designed a lot like the 8 inch models, only on a smaller scale to accommodate for the space issue.

Single hole bathroom faucets feature a stem where the tap extrudes from and a single handle normally located on the top. Some single hole faucets do feature two separate handles for the hot and cold, but its still generally the same installation.

Wall mountable faucets can be found in an array of style such as a 3 piece with your tap, and hot and cold handles, 2 piece style with your tap and a separate single hot and cold handle, or a single unit with built in tap and water temperature handle. An important thing to keep in mind while installing a wall mount able faucet is that height of the people using it, you would not want to install it too high for a shorter person to be unable to reach, or too low for a taller person to have to bend down too far to access the faucet.

The next step while choosing your bathroom faucet is the look of the faucet. Faucets are now available in more styles, shapes, sizes, and finishes then ever before. It’s very important to choose the faucet that matches the styles of your bathroom to bring the entire bathroom together and flow nicely.

Another thing to remember is that it’s a good idea to match all of your bathroom fixtures finishes, like your faucet, your shower head, and tub faucet. It is also a good idea to compliment your new faucet with accessories, such as towel bars, hook, toilet paper hold, and toothbrush holder, that match the faucets finish and bathrooms style.

Installing Any Vessel Sink is a SNAP

How to Install A Vessel Sink

Want to have a new bathroom vessel sink? Vessel sinks are relatively a new product on the market so many are left with a lot of questions on how to install these modern bathroom sinks. Well don’t worry, it’s an easy process that we will walk you through! We will show you how to install your new Bathroom Glass Vessel Sink, Stone Vessel Sink or Porcelain Vessel Sink…. Easy Steps, Video, Step By Step AND Options for Sink Placement.

	Things You’ll Need: Vessel Sink Drain Assembly Support Ring for Rounded Bottom Sink Vanity or Pedestal Faucet Countertop of your choice Plumbing Equipment
	Mosaic Onyx Stone Bathroom Vessel Sink – New Style from ModernDanish	Choosing your Vessel Sink….. Materials Available are Stone, Porcelain, Glass, Metal, Concrete, Acrylic, Wood and basically anything a hole can be cut in the bottom of! We recommend you purchase in this order… 1. The vanity for your space size limitations 2. The Vessel sink that will work on that specific vanity – with any size limitations it may have 3. The Faucet you like that will work with your vanity and sink selections, with any size limitations they have. ** Wide selection of over 300 different bathroom vessel sinks available from www.ModernDanish.com.
	Black Granite Bathroom Countertop – Pre Made and Pre Drilled with Faucet and Drain Holes from ModernDanish	DO YOU HAVE YOUR COUNTERTOP? What to look for…. Ideally, the countertop should already have the holes predrilled to accommodate the sink and the faucet (if you are using a deck mounted faucet). You should have at the least positioned the sink and faucet where you want them, and penciled in where the cuts need to occur. In a laminate or engineered countertop such as Corian, the holes can be made after the countertop is mounted, however if a mistake is made in cutting, its going to be a messy job to remove the top and start all over. So in a perfect world, the top should already have the holes drilled for the fixtures. Our granite, glass & Marble tops that we sell with our vanities are always predrilled with faucet and drain holes to help make the installation process as easy as possible. **Pre Fabricated Solid Granite, Marble and Glass Countertops – Sizes 22″ and 31″ Wide – Available from www.ModernDanish.com – Colors Black Granite, Crema Marfil Cream Marble, Frosted Glass, Black Glass, Red Glass, Silver Glass and Clear Glass.
	Hardwood Pedestal Vanity in Natural Oak Finish and Hot Wenge Espresso Finish – Exclusive to ModernDanish	INSTALL YOUR COUNTERTOP….. Get ready for your sink Use standard clear or colored silicone to attach your stone sink to your wood base cabinet if the manufacturer recommends. Sometimes there are vanities that have “risers” that hold the top – small metal supports that sit in all 4 corners of the vanity and lift the top up and support it. These can also be adjusted for different height as needed to level the top. When attaching a stone top to the wall, use a thin line of clear silicone but DON’T do that stage until very late in the installation process. It will be hard to re-remove again and you may have to move the vanity during the plumbing process.
	Green Onyx Vessel Sink with Requred Support Ring in Jumbo Size / Chrome Finish from ModernDanish	Vessel Sink Installation & Placement….. RECESSED INSTALLATION WHERE PART OF THE SINK IS INSIDE THE COUNTERTOP Place a bead of silicone caulk at the base of the sink where it will touch the countertop. Put the sink gently in place. Try to move it slightly to position correctly, wipe off excess caulk. Use a level to make sure your sink is perfectly situated before the caulk dries. Attach the drain assembly following the manufacturer’s instructions for your specific sink. Screw on or tighten the nut firmly to hold the sink in place to the counter. Connect the drain to the P-trap underneath, then connect to the drain pipe on the wall.
	Add a final layer of under side caulk where your bowl and counter touch from the underside of your countertop if you can reach it. Exactly where your sink touches your countertop you want to clean and perfectly apply the caulk all around the perimeter. As it dries and looks is how it will always look so if you have not done a good job with cleaning and applying so it looks pretty you wont be happy with the finished project. We have found applying the caulk with your finger and using a rag to clean your finger often works best. Clean the very edge perfectly before leaving the work area so next morning you will have a pretty bowl / countertop edge. Vessel Sink Installation & Placement….. ABOVE COUNTER INSTALLATION WHERE ALL OF THE SINK IS ABOVE THE COUNTERTOP You will need to have purchased or received a support ring to place over the drain hole. This support ring is to support the round bottom of the sink and keep the bowl from “rocking” after it is installed. Place the support ring over the drain hole & put the sink gently on top. Try to move it slightly to position correctly, but do not use any silicone or caulking in this process. Attach the drain assembly following the manufacturer’s instructions for your specific sink which is generally dropping the “Head and Neck” pipe through the sink and support ring and hand tightening on the bottom with the supplied nut. Screw on or tighten the nut firmly to hold the sink in place to the counter. Connect the drain to the P-trap underneath, then connect to the drain pipe on the wall. You may need to buy an extensions because the location and height of the drain had changed. ** All Parts needed for typical Installation available from www.ModernDanish.com, Support ring $19.95, Drain $32.95 +
	Vessel Sink Filler Faucet in Chrome Finish from ModernDanish	Vessel Sink Faucet Installation…. Check placement location before you do anything – the faucet should be very close to the bowl – usually from 1/2″ to 2″ away from the very edge. It is usually easier to install the faucet prior to putting the vessel sink into final position. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions that came along with your vessel faucets. Make sure to connect cold and hot water tubing to the correct source on the water line. Use a ring of plumber’s putty around the hoses as you screw together. Make sure that all the connections are tight. Turn the water input valves on and check for leaks.
	FINAL CHECK…….. Any Leaks ? When everything is in place, check for leaks by turning on the faucet. Check around the drain, the drain itself, and underneath the sink for leaks. If you find any leak, use appropriate steps to remove the leak like adding a strip of plumber’s tape or slightly tightening your connections being careful not to over tighten your bowl. ** Many Modern Vessel Sink Filler Faucets available from www.ModernDanish.com – All the hottest finishes & styles OTHER NEAT IDEAS FOR HOW TO ACCENTUATE YOUR NEW VESSEL SINK….. -Lighting is everything with all the great colors and foils of today’s vessel sinks. Try some different light bulbs, different wattage to bring out the bling in your new sink! If you only have a 2 bulb fixtures, consider changing to either a 3 or 4 light. -Working with Onyx – A great stone material that allows you to really play with lighting. We have a great number of customers who under light their onyx bowls and countertops by adding lighting inside the cabinet. The lighting can be switch operated or hard wired to the wall switches. -Sealer – How often? If you have a stone vessel you want to keep it highly polished and sealed well. If you don’t the stone will loose its luster and not be a colorful. -Glass Sinks – After you have taken the plunge and added this modern work of art to your bathroom why not upgrade your faucet or shower head to match, really give your guests the wow factor! -Add a modern shower curtain, add new accessories, minimalize your bathroom removing clutter and cleaning up. All the small things should be in baskets or stored away in a cabinet. Add a bamboo mat and keep your bathroom simple, modern and elegant.
	Tips and Warnings Do not over tighten your Drain! At first you should only be hand tightening your drain thread nut under your sink – there is no need for a big wrench at this point! This puts a lot of extra tork on your sink and commonly sinks are left over tightened which can cause problems when combined with hot and cold water, temperature and other elements.

When redecorating your kitchen or bathroom the one upgrade that you should consider making first is your faucet. Faucets are one of the most helpful tools in assisting all of your kitchen projects and can make an eye-catching centerpiece to complement your kitchen or bathroom decor. When deciding the faucet that is right for your project consider the latest and greatest in modern faucet design – the solid stainless steel faucet. A favorite among culinary kitchen faucet lovers, tall pot filler style faucets are the latest and greatest available in the marketplace.

Stainless Steel Kitchen faucets along with stainless steel bathroom faucets are some of the most durable and versatile faucets products in today’s market. There are many stylish options available to help personalize your kitchen or bathroom. Available in both polished and brushed metal finishes, solid stainless steel is the best material choice for your project if durability and longevity are what are after.

Stainless Steel Material Production

Durable and timeless, stainless steel sinks are popular for their clean, modern look as well as their resilience.

From contemporary to classic, stainless steel works well with any type of décor and complements almost any countertop or work surface. It’s also the ideal choice for coordinating with professional style appliances.

Stainless steel not only looks sleek and professional, but it wears well too. It’s hygienic and easy to maintain. More durable than porcelain or cast iron, stainless steel is highly resistant to heat, most household stains, and rust. Because stainless steel is a forgiving material, it’s easy on dropped dishes and glassware.

Stainless steel sinks are easy to care for. Water spots and mineral deposits can be prevented by rinsing thoroughly after each use and wiping dry with a clean, soft cloth. Non-abrasive cleaners are ideal for regular maintenance.

Stainless steel sinks will show day-to-day wear, including minor scratches. Over time this wear will become uniform with the sink’s grain, creating its own unique character, much like the patina on fine silver.

Faucets that are plated finish are a different production technique, plated finishes are less expensive but stainless steel faucets are molded of solid material – expensive labor & material make stainless faucets more expensive to produce. The labor and material costs are considerably more expensive in the stainless steel production process.

Features of stainless steel and what makes it superior to other metals:

• 100% stainless steel construction
• High quality finish – no plating in the process
• Highly resistant to heat, most household stains, and rust
• Pot Filler styles feature extensible outlet
• Spout and head free to turn 360°
• Unlimited faucet placement locations
• Lever on the left, right or front allowing full freedom also to left-handed users
• Stainless steel surface is available Polished or Matt brushed finishes
• High grade ceramic disks cartridge
• Hygenic and easy to maintain

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