Unique Pedestal 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 10/05/2021

Pedestal sinks have become very popular because of how simple they are to install, especially when granite countertops have been put in place in the bathroom. But many of them look the same and perhaps you want something a little different. For you, we offer unique pedestal sinks that will take your bathroom area and give it an eclectic personality that fits your own.

Buying Guide

Unique pedestal sinks are an attractive addition to almost any bathroom. The attractive pedestals lend stability to wall mounted sinks without adding the bulk of a cabinet. The disadvantage to pedestal sinks is minimal, primarily being the lack of the ability to mask pipes and drains outside the wall and floor cavities. With that said, a pedestal sink can be a great space saver in a small bathroom. In addition, there are numerous variations on the pedestal sink, making it a unique decorator item for your bathroom.

What are the features of a pedestal sink?

To begin the examination of pedestal sinks, we can take a look at the standard basic pedestal sink. This unit, or variations thereof, can be found in almost any hardware or home supply store. It has a generous basin, a built-in splashboard, and three access holes for the spigot and spigot handles, along with a drain hole at the bottom of the sink. The pedestal does not contain any plumbing. Its primary function is to hold up the sink, supplementing support offered by the wall mounting. Within those constraints, there are lots of different ways to make a pedestal sink unique.

What are some examples of unique pedestal sinks?

A Pedestal Sink Set on a Stump

You can set your sink on a stump. Not a real stump, of course, but one molded of resin or concrete. It can be shaped like a simple, cut-off tree or it can have a surreal or eldritch appearance for a special effect. The “stump” takes the place of a normal pedestal. If the bathroom is small, an alcove for toilet paper can be molded into the side and branchlike knobs could be used as towel or washcloth hangers.

A Natural Theme Using Wrought Iron

The wonderful thing about wrought iron is that it can look delicate and ethereal yet be strong at the same time. It can be used to form stumps, vines, delicate flowering trees or just simple designs that can cradle or support the sink basin. With such openwork supports, it is easy to incorporate sanitation paper holders or towel racks, making it easy to have style even in a tiny bathroom. Your sink bowl can mimic a hollowed-out rock or a fantasy crystal furthering the illusion while still presenting perfect functionality.

Utilitarian Pedestal

Not all sink pedestals need to be decorative or surreal. They can also have clean, modern utilitarian lines that incorporate things like a continuous supply of toilet paper or spacious towel racks. Some models might even add a shelf or space for reading material to keep the Throne’s occupant suitably distracted while biological events are taking place.

Futuristic Design with Glass and Steel

Transform your bathroom into something that might be seen in some futuristic movie set, or in a supremely modern setting. The main column is gleaming stainless steel, which supports two layers of clear Plexiglas shelving. The effect is stunningly beautiful, with clean, easy-care lines that can easily make the style a favorite whether it is in a private home or the executive washroom in a high rise office building.