How to Choose a Laundry Room Sink

A laundry room is a functional addition to any home. When combined with cabinetry for storage, sleek fixtures, a tile backsplash, and decorative accents, it can even be stylish. But if you want to take your laundry room to a new dimension, consider the benefits of adding a laundry sink.

• Pre-soak clothes without taking up a bathroom sink
• Clean up after arts and crafts with your kids
• Have a dedicated place to soak stinky sports equipment.

Before jumping in headfirst, follow these tips to ensure a functional, stylish, and budget-friendly addition.

Location – If possible, position the sink near the washer and dryer so the act of moving soaking wet items will go smoother and prevent water from spilling across the floor.

Depth – When it comes to this workhorse of a sink, size matters. Choose one that is at least 15 inches deep and can accommodate your largest laundry items for pre-soaking. Maybe you’d even want it to be large enough for Fido’s bath.

Faucet – Skip the dainty faucet and opt for a functional, high-arching model with either a pull-down or side sprayer to help make clean up a breeze.

Sink Board – Worried about a laundry room sink taking up precious countertop space? Then just add a sink board that sits on top of the basin when you need room to sort or fold laundry. Some sinks can be purchased with boards, or you can make your own with plywood, a little paint, and trim.

Accessories – Sure, a laundry room sink is more about function than form. But that doesn’t mean it can’t be stylish. Add a sink skirt around the base to hide the legs and conceal laundry items you may want to store below.

Storage – If layout and space allow, add upper cabinets or shelving to store laundry and cleaning products. Also, add a basket for the inevitable buttons, loose change, and other items that someone is bound to leave in a pocket.

Clogs – Add a removable sink strainer to trap items that could cause a clog should they make their way down the drain.

Just like the rest of your household plumbing, Best Choice Plumbers is ready to install a new laundry room sink for you and help you select just the right one. Contact us today for a free quote or to repair your existing sink.