How to choose a countertop washbasin?

In this guide, we show you what to look out for when buying a countertop washbasin, which materials and shapes are worth considering, and which solutions are not only fashionable but also practical.

📌 Table of contents:

• 1. Why choose a countertop washbasin?
• 2. What to look out for when choosing?
• 3. Excellent countertop washbasins – recommended models
• 4. How to arrange the washbasin area?

📝 Summary:

• Countertop washbasins offer a modern look, great design freedom, and ease of cleaning.
• It's worth paying attention to the material, size, bowl depth, and matching the faucet.
• Excellent's range includes models such as Jima, Luqa, and Rima 2.0 – in various shapes and colours.
• The ergonomics of the whole area also matter – lighting, the countertop, and storage space.

Why choose a countertop washbasin?

Countertop washbasins combine modern aesthetics with a practical approach to bathroom space. They allow for design freedom, show off the faucet, and their installation makes it possible to use various types of countertops – wooden, stone, or composite.

Advantages of countertop washbasins:

• Distinctive design – a decorative feature of the bathroom
• Can be matched to different styles – from loft to glamour
• Easier to keep the area around the basin clean
• Freedom in choosing the faucet – free-standing, concealed, or, if you choose a basin with a tap hole, a low-profile faucet

What to look out for when choosing?

1. Material

The most common are ceramic washbasins – durable and resistant to staining and scratching. Excellent's range also includes models made of mineral composite, as well as thin-walled washbasins – striking and modern.

2. Shape and size

Oval, rectangular, asymmetrical? With or without a tap hole? The shape has a huge impact on the proportions of the bathroom. For smaller interiors we recommend narrower models with a tap hole, while for spacious bathrooms you can use larger washbasins paired with concealed or tall faucets.

3. Height and bowl depth

These are key parameters for everyday comfort. A basin that is too shallow can cause water to splash, so it's worth testing how comfortable a particular model is to use.

4. Which faucet to choose?

Countertop washbasins pair perfectly with tall free-standing faucets or concealed faucets, and, in the case of basins with a tap hole, also low-profile basin faucets. Excellent offers faucet collections perfectly matched to the style of its washbasins.

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Countertop washbasins from Excellent – recommended models

Jima

• Oval washbasins in sizes 51×41, 61×41, 71×41 and 82×41 cm
• Available with or without a tap hole
• Thin rims, matte finishes

Luqa

• Round washbasin with a diameter of 40 cm

• Available in colour options: white gloss or 6 colours with a matte finish

• No tap hole – ideal for tall or concealed basin faucets

Rima 2.0

• Rectangular models: 40×40, 50×40 and 60×40 cm
• Versions with and without a tap hole
• Thin rim, glazed back for mounting in the centre of the countertop

Filina 2.0

• Oval bowl 63×42 cm
• No tap hole or overflow
• Modern design

Cori 2.0

• Classic rectangular washbasins in 2 sizes, 50x28 and 58x38
• Simple, geometric form
• Thin rim
• No tap hole – ideal for both small bathrooms and large bathing rooms

How to arrange the washbasin area?

Make sure you have suitable lighting, a mirror matched to the width of the countertop, and convenient storage space. Choose a countertop that is moisture-resistant and easy to maintain. Your countertop washbasin will then become not just a functional element but a decorative one too.

Need help choosing?

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