Introducing Eco-Friendly Sinks Into Your Kitchen and Bathroom

How to include eco-friendly sinks in your kitchen and bathroom

Taking care of our earth is necessary and reducing waste where possible is the perfect way to live sustainably. But sustainability can be luxurious too. Creating an eco-friendly bathroom or kitchen is a great way to reduce water waste if you want to minimize water usage following a renovation or upgrade. Investing in bathroom faucets, eco-friendly sinks, and shower faucets can go a long way — and add elegance to your space.?

Many existing designs have a sophisticated feel that will turn heads upon sight. You don't have to sacrifice style to be sustainable — the two principles go together. This guide will discuss some of the best tips and tricks when designing an eco-friendly bathroom.?

Sinks and vanities?

A fantastic addition to any bathroom, eco-friendly sinks are typically made of sustainable materials and feature unique properties that help reduce your carbon footprint. Vogt Vogranite quartz composite sinks are german engineered, contain high-quality materials and minerals, and are kiln fired with a beautiful stain and heat-resistant finish. They are also resistant to chips and scratches with a non-porous surface that inhibits bacterial growth. Voganite sinks are easy to maintain and don't require much maintenance. There are many different options, all elegant, modern, and eco-friendly. The collection comes in four colours, all of which make bold statements uniquely.

[OB] ONYX BLACK

Black sinks create a central focal point for your kitchen, giving the room depth and timeless elegance. Onyx represents strength, determination, and brevity as a naturally occurring stone. To create a striking opulent look, combine Onyx Black with gold, chrome, or stainless steel.

[MG] METROPOLITAN GREY

Metropolitan Grey delivers a subtle, cool, neutral finish that can easily blend in with the existing decor. Metropolitan grey gives your kitchen an industrial yet modern look, offering a bridge between black and white.

JB (JAVA BROWN)

Java Brown is a rich and deep hue reminiscent of Indonesian roasted coffee beans. Java Brown works well with teak and gives your kitchen a warm, cozy feel, with colours that give a nod to the mid-century modern movement. Pair this finish with chrome or brushed nickel to complete a cozy neutral look.

[FW] FROST WHITE

Clean, crisp, with a hint of iridescence, our frost white finish makes your kitchen feel light, airy and fresh. Combine Frost White and black finishes to create a stunning contrast, or with gold for added luxury.

As we work together to fight climate change, designers have devised ways to repurpose materials to create various sinks. We've listed some sinks that have been trending over the past year.

Recycled copper sinks: They can offer a timeless and natural look and feel. Made from recycled material, they're less harmful to the environment and bond well with natural elements in your kitchen or bathroom?

Recycled bronze sinks: Recycled bronze sinks contain mostly recycled materials to create a unique, antique look, similar to wall street statues. Bold and beautiful, bronze is sometimes left uncoated, offering a rawness that can feel intimate to the user.?

Recycled aluminum sinks: These use recycled aluminum to create an impressionable wide-bowl design that will turn heads if paired with the appropriate eco-friendly faucet. Aluminum sinks are often budget friendly as well.

Recycled glass bowls: Recycled glass sinks are often hand crafted or created using a glass-blowing technique. These artistic sinks look incredible in a simple design or a brilliant, colourful piece that makes a kitchen or bathroom stand out.

Cement-based sinks: Offering durability and design, we have seen designers create green concrete, which gets its hue from recycled aggregates like glass, porcelain or coal fly ash, to create an eco-friendly design scheme for any bathroom.

Wood sinks: Great for a cottage, wood sinks offer a connection to nature and savings in design. You can create an edgy yet elegant piece using recycled wood or wood from sustainably harvested forests. Teak is the best wood to use for sinks as it is dense and is naturally water treated.

Other eco-friendly bathroom designs

It's not difficult to achieve glam with sustainable materials. When pairing your eco-friendly sinks with other eco-friendly bathroom designs, consider the following:?

Eco-friendly faucets

Conserving water to reduce water waste is key to having an eco-friendly bathroom, including your shower faucets. A stylishly designed faucet could help you lower your energy bills and add a touch of class to your front-hall bathroom all the while. Make sure to seek out a bathroom faucet that is a low-flow model and durable. Faucet aerators can also be a good way to conserve water. Consider Vogt for your next faucet design.?

Why an eco-friendly bathroom??

Important to future generations, climate change has become a global issue. It's an issue that isn't strictly about our day-to-day lives, but it's a topic forcing manufacturers to design energy-saving and water-saving products to reduce waste. Water waste has become a pinnacle focus in this regard. Shorter showers and fewer baths are just a few ways to recalibrate our behaviours. But it's also about delivering products to suit our sustainable efforts.

Green architecture in interior design has garnered attention over the last several years, giving homeowners options to build eco-friendly bathrooms in homes, big and small. Low-flow toilets, eco-friendly sinks and aerators on taps are all ways to conserve water.?

Bottom Line

Add a touch of style and include eco-friendly design in your bathroom renovation or upgrade project. Saving water is not only good for the environment, but it's great for your energy bills. Take care of the planet and enhance your home, all at the same time.?