What Is a Vessel Sink?
Most bathroom sinks installed on counters or in vanities, have a recessed portion so that the top of the sink is aligned with or slightly below the rest of the counter. This typical look has been around for a long time. Another look that has actually also been present for a while but is now growing greatly in popularity is the vessel sink. In this style, the bottom of the sink lines up with the counter, and the sink rises above it. Alternately, occasionally the sink is partially recessed in the counter, with still a considerable amount far above it.
A vessel sink, also called an above-counter sink, can be installed on top of a countertop or some can also be used as the actual top of a vanity base, which would typically provide the storage space in this application. Most have a finished exterior and work well with wall-mounted faucets, although many vessel sinks can also accommodate a deck-mounted faucet. To see recommended installation instruction, you can click here.
