Glass bathroom sinks are the ultimate in class and sophistication for any bathroom. Glass sinks are durable and virtually unbreakable because of the tempered glass used in the sink. Tempered glass is glass heated to high temperatures and quickly cooled, giving the glass strength and durability. Install glass sinks on top of a counter or on the wall.
Materials Needed
When deciding on installing a glass sink, decide if you want a partially submerged sink or one that sits on top of the vanity. A glass sink generally is not installed under the vanity. Glass sinks, called vessel sinks, come in two basic styles--rounded or flat bottom--and sit partially or entirely above the vanity, according to Home Design Find. Glass sinks are easier to install on top of a vanity, and this is the most popular installation. If you have a small glass sink, a wall installation is best.
You need a hole saw drill bit, standard drill bit, large piece of cardboard for a template, electric drill, glass sink and faucet and a vanity. For glass sinks, purchase silicone or a connecting ring.
Preinstall
Find the best fit for your vanity and decide where you want to cut the faucet holes; create a template with your cardboard piece. Mark the locations of the drainage and faucet holes on your template and measure. Place your template on top of the counter and transfer the measurements directly onto the counter. Make the cut on the template and trace the hole to the vanity. Use your hole saw drill bit to make your cuts. Using your standard drill bit, predrill screw holes so that fastening the faucet to the vanity is easier. After you have made all the cuts, position the sink, caulk and tighten everything in place.
Coat the parts of your that will have contact with the vanity with silicone adhesive or other countertop adhesive, according to Acme How To. If your sink is a flat or square bottom sink, coat the perimeter of the base; for a round bottom, use a small amount of adhesive at the bottom.
Place the drain hole over your vanity countertop drain opening. Once in place, insert your drain assembly through the drain opening
Maintaining Your Glass Sink
Although your glass sink is durable, it does require some special maintenance. are sensitive to severe temperature changes of up to about 70 degrees. Avoid pouring scalding water, which runs about 120 degrees F, into the sink. This causes thermal shock and the sink may shatter.
Glass sinks are durable and can withstand hairbrushes and plastic bottles being dropped into the sink, but may shatter with a heavy object.
Avoid abrasive cleansers for cleaning; use vinegar and water instead.
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