You are planning your bathroom rehab, and have a theme in mind for the style of the room. You know that because of the small size of most bathrooms, there are limited focal points with which you can make a big impact. But you also know the sink is the perfect place to make such a statement.
You have so many choices in styles and looks when it comes to the bathroom sink, it is definitely an area you need to spend some quality time researching before making a final decision. Making the choice of mounting type alone is not easy when you think about all the options like vessel, undermount, wall mount, etc. On top of that you have to decide on the material type for your sink. You could go with porcelain, stainless steel, granite, glass, etc. But one particular material that is becoming popular in the bathroom is copper. A copper bathroom sink is stunning, and the perfect example of something functional, yet a focal point of the decor.
Obviously a copper sink would not go with all style themes. You probably would not use a copper bathroom sink in a bathroom with a minimalist theme as it has probably too much pizzazz for one piece in the bathroom. But for many other style themes, a copper bathroom sink is the perfect center piece.
Once you settle on a copper bathroom sink, you still have to decide just which kind will fit your theme. To include the copper in your bathroom, but not have the sink be a huge center of attention, you could use a drop in or undermount type copper bathroom sink. If you really want the copper sink to be a big part of the look of the bathroom, then a copper vessel sink is ideal. A vessel sink can show off both the inside and outside of the sink bowl, so you could have a copper vessel sink with a hammered type finish on the outside and a smooth finish on the inside for a very dramatic look.
Remember when purchasing a copper sink to purchase one made in the USA or Mexico to be sure you don’t get a sink of inferior quality. Be sure the copper sink you choose is 100% copper. Anything less than that and you will not enjoy some of the best qualities of copper. Copper is naturally an antibacterial metal. Bacteria cannot survive on its surface for more than a couple of hours. Copper also ages in a beautiful way. The tone of the copper will change as the sink ages and most people think they only get more beautiful as the years go by.
So, if you are shopping for a bathroom sink, take the time and consider copper. For a room with few ways to make a big style statement, a copper bathroom sink may just be the best way to do that in your bathroom.