Hand Washbasins

Hand washbasin is a term used mainly for small washbasins. They work best in guest toilets or guest bathrooms which are usually smaller in size. You won't need to forgo elegant design when choosing a guest washbasin though since they are often simply smaller versions of standard sinks.

Different Installation Options

The majority of hand washbasins are wall-mounted and attached with two special screws. There are also small floor-standing basins that stand on a pillar. Countertop basins are very popular and are mounted on top of a vanity unit or console. Hand washbasins and vanity units are often sold together. You'll find plenty to choose from in our store.

In terms of installation, you can also choose between drop-in and semi-recessed washbasins. The hand washbasin is either completely or partially mounted onto the unit. Corner hand washbasins are particularly compact and are great in rooms with very little space. These washbasins work particularly well in narrow guest toilets.

Small washbasins are often combined with a vanity unit. This bathroom furniture provides storage space without taking up extra room, which is great in small bathrooms and toilets where space is hard to come by. You're often happy just to be able to move about without bumping into anything.

Different features

Hand washbasins are available with or without an overflow hole and concealed overflow. Basins with no or concealed overflows look more elegant, however water cannot be accumulated in them. For this reason, these kinds of small washbasins often don't have a closable valve. This prevents any risk of flooding in the room.

Check the number of tap holes when choosing a hand washbasin. If the fittings are going to be mounted on the basin, you'll need at least one tap hole, and more if using multi-hole fittings. You don't need tap holes if the fittings are going to be mounted next to the basin or on the wall. Use the filter settings to easily display the guest washbasins relevant to you.

In terms of design, there's something to suit every taste. Round, square or asymmetrical guest washbasins: anything is possible. You won't need to compromise on style, either. If you have a traditionally furnished guest toilet, that's no problem. If looking for a designer hand washbasin for a designer guest toilet, you'll find plenty to choose from here.

Are you looking for a particular size hand washbasin? A particularly small one or with particular dimensions? No problem - simply enter the desired width, height and depth in the filter settings and you'll only be shown basins that meet your specifications.

Materials and Colours

Most hand washbasins continue to be made from ceramic. This material is easy to clean and is generally resistant to the soapy water and acidic products used in households. You can also find guest washbasins made from steel enamel or mineral cast in our store. Steel is mostly associated with baths or shower trays, but is also ideal for producing slender washbasins.

White is the most common colour chosen for washbasins, whereas colours that were fashionable in the past such as Bahama beige, curry yellow and moss green have had their day. Black hand washbasins are still fairly popular, particularly in designer environments.

Our Manufacturers

We offer hand washbasins from renowned brands such as Alape, Geberit (formerly Keramag), treos, Duravit, Villeroy & Boch and Scarabeo. You can expect design and quality from these. Take a look for yourself to find the small washbasin that works best for your guest toilet.

What height to mount them?

In private guest toilets and guest bathrooms, hand washbasins can be mounted at any height you like. If you're taller, mount them a little higher. If you're shorter, mount them lower. There are standard heights that plumbers use if no particular height is specified.

For rental accommodation and public buildings, DIN 68935 recommends a height of 85 to 95 centimetres. As a rule of thumb, you can half your body height to get your measurements. The height also depends on the distance from the top of the floor to the top of the hand washbasin.