Rustic Bathroom Sinks

Mia Jones Interior Design Expert

Mia is a freelance bathroom designer and writer with over a decade of professional experience. From space planning, cabinetry, storage solutions, and tile design to hardware and fixture selections, she knows a thing about creating baths that strike a perfect balance between functionality and aesthetics.

Updated On 03/05/2021

As if plucked from a ranch, these rustic bathroom sinks will give your bathroom the look of a saloon in the late 1800's. Largely steel, but resistant to rust, these sinks are strong and sturdy, and will last for years. Get yourself one for your cowboy-themed bathroom, your bar, or maybe get two for a his and hers home bathroom option. Guaranteed your friends don't have one of these.

Buying Guide

Rustic sinks are trending and if a bathroom remodel is on the cards, then this might be the best time to swap that dated porcelain sink with a vintage copper, brass or natural stone one.

There are tons of designs to choose from, they are cheaper than contemporary sinks and they have an old world charm about them that can liven any bathroom décor.

What’s stopping you from getting one for your home? Here are some tips to help you go shopping for the best rustic bathroom sinks.

What do rustic bathroom sinks look like?

Think rustic bathroom sink and you picture a vessel sink. That’s because for a long time, rustic sinks were limited to the vessel design or ‘above counter design’ in which the sink is rested above a counter. But that’s no longer the case.

Now, rustic sinks are available in just about any type and configuration that you desire. There are pedestal sinks, under mount sinks, drop in sinks and console sinks in rustic designs. This will be the focal point of the bathroom mind you. So spend some time considering your options and then make a choice.

Are rustic bathroom sinks available in different shapes?

Round, oval, square, rectangular and custom made shapes in a material of your choice, you are limited only by your imagination. Unlike conventional sinks which are available only in a bunch of standard sizes, rustic bathroom sinks come in a variety of sizes, shapes and depths.

However, your choice should also depend on the available space in the bathroom, current fixtures if any which may interfere with the height or width of the new sink, the available plumbing and whether or not you will be pairing it with a vanity.

What are rustic bathroom sinks crafted from?

While metals like copper, bronze, nickel and brass are quite popular due to their opulence, durability and excellent resistance to corrosion, other materials like petrified wood offer much better aesthetics.

Don’t let the ‘wood’ alarm you. Petrified wood is more stone than wood and is sourced from fossilized tree trunks which have formed over thousands of years. Beat that!

Resin is fast rising in popularity as a bathroom sink material and it can be customized in shape and appearance to mimic the look of just about any natural stone.

If you wish to experiment a little, there’s bamboo, a new renewable plant that’s finding its place in unique applications every day.

Then there’s always the option to get a bespoke natural stone sink. Unhewn sinks of onyx, granite, marble and sandstone have a unique and rustic appeal.

What fixtures pair well with rustic bathroom sinks?

The appeal of a rustic bathroom sink would be incomplete without the right fixtures to match them. Many homeowners throw in just about any blackened nickel or brass fixture and hope that it will blend in. But with a little planning, you can accentuate the look of the sink further.

Bridge faucet: The vintage bridge faucet is one of the best options to pair with your rustic bathroom sink. It looks wide and blends in easily with deep metallic sinks.
Deck mounted faucet: The deck mounted faucet is ideal if it’s a space saving installation. This keeps the space near the basin free and is available in a variety of designs and styles.