Round Basins

Why a round basin works

A round basin softens a room full of straight lines: rectangular tiles, square shower screens and flat vanity fronts. It also has a compact footprint, so it suits narrow benches, powder rooms and ensuites where the vanity is shallow. On a bench, a round bowl reads as a sculptural piece from every angle, which is why it is the classic choice for an above counter basin.

Nood Co concrete round basins

Nood Co round basins are hand-cast concrete and measure from 380 to 420mm across. The range includes the Bowl, Hoop, Funl, Mill, Tubb and Prism Circle, each with its own profile. For a basin that stands on the floor, the Cylinder Bowl, Cylinder Stepp Circle and Cylinder Prism Circle are full pedestals, and the Cylinder Bowl also comes in a two-tone version. See freestanding basins.

Caroma Liano II round basins

Caroma offers the Liano II round in three mounting styles:

• 400mm round inset: drops into a cut-out in the benchtop.
• 400mm round above counter: sits on top of the bench.
• 440mm round under/over counter with overflow: can be fitted under a stone top or on top of the bench.

The overflow gives water a way out if the basin is left running.

Tap placement on a round bowl

Round bowls drain at the centre, so aim the water there.

• For inset and under counter basins, a standard basin mixer on the bench behind is usually right.
• For above counter and concrete bowls, use a tall mixer or a wall mixer and spout.
• Check spout reach against the radius of the bowl. A spout that is too short splashes onto the rim.

Pairing ideas

Round basins look good on fluted or timber vanities, and against hexagon or penny round tiles for a playful feel. For something more linear, compare rectangular basins.