Bathroom Mixer Dilemma

6 years ago

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Hi guys has anyone seen a set of mixers set out like this? I’m almost certain they are the spout is meant to be centred in the middle of the basin, but somehow there has been a stuff up with our plumbing and the only way the basins look semi centred with the vanity is to have both the spout and mixer centred in the basin.

Below is a photo of both variations, when the spout is centred in the middle of the basin, it is really far left and out of proportion to the vanity. Bearing in mind we have two centred lights down the middle and two arched mirrors going in.

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6 years ago

Hi Najah, this is a very subjective judgement but I would go with your first option having the spout offset. My thinking is that the basin location balance is the highest priority and if that is off, the whole setting will look wrong. Consider the mixer and spout as one tap set centred on the basin. If it has a rectangular cover plate that covers both elements then that will tie it all together, but even if it doesn't, centring the assembly on the basin is the way to go.

There is also an ergonomic advantage with the offset spout - it will make it easier to use the basin when filled with water when you are washing your face for example. The offset spout is more out of the way when you lean down to rinse. Also works better for face shaving in my opinion.

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robandlyn
6 years ago
I would definitely go with Option 1. If i walked into a bathroom with option 2, the lack of symmetry would hit me in the eye, but I wouldn't notice anything 'wrong' with option 1.
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Najah baroudi
Original Author
6 years ago
Thank you, this makes me feel so much better about Option 1 with the off centred spout!
me me
6 years ago
Option 1 for me as well.
Susan Ballard
6 years ago
Sorry the circle basins aren’t doing it for me I believe they are causing the visual dilemma Option 1 better
robinfk
6 years ago
Option 1 for me as well. It is better balanced visually than option 2
and will be even more so once you add your mirrors and lights. Looks lovely so far.
me me
6 years ago
Perhaps Susan is correct. Would square basins fit in better.
robandlyn
6 years ago
Personally I love the round basins - soften the many rectangles and hard corners, brings some balance. And with arched mirrors they'll be perfect.
Wenneke van den Dobbelsteen
6 years ago
I agree that the soft lines of the round basins are important, but I think the round basins are too small for the vanity and makes the tap issue stand out more. I would consider a wider rectangular basin with rounded corners, e.g.: https://www.highgrovebathrooms.com.au/product/omega-rectangle-bench-mount-basin/
Kath
6 years ago
Option 1 looks a lot better, but is it going to work? What are your spouts like? Is the water going to flow into the basin or splash bits off to the side?
Sophie C.
6 years ago
My bathroom - different shaped vanity but wall mounted tap & separate mixer without a cover plate
Kath
6 years ago
I agree with Wenneke. A wider basin would be able to be centred and still have the spout properly over the basin. You could still choose a model with rounded corners. Depends if you can return/exchange your basins.
Najah baroudi
Original Author
6 years ago
Update with the fixtures
Sophie C.
6 years ago
Tap is definitely wrongly positioned under the basins. Doesn't look very practical for use. Is it possible to move the bowls to position the tap in the middle? You may need to consider changing the basins over otherwise
Audrey1967!
6 years ago
I think it looks beautiful!!!!
Najah baroudi
Original Author
6 years ago
Here’s an update! Mirrors and lights not in yet but it’s getting there :))
Anne Monsour
6 years ago
It is looking lovely Nadia . I don’t believe that here is a right way as both are fine , but it is what suits you practically and visually . The smaller size basis give you two basins while leaving you plenty of bench space .
Kate
6 years ago
Looking great, hope you enjoy it.
legendaryflame
6 years ago
I love it!

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