Console Sinks

Console sinks give a bathroom the open, airy look of a pedestal sink with more usable deck around the basin, since the bowl sits on slim legs or a wall bracket rather than a closed vanity. This page brings together console sinks and related pieces from Cheviot, TOTO, Kohler and Duravit, with examples such as the VALARTE Console Sink 352-WH-1, the ESSEX Console Sink 553-WH-1/575 and the Happy D.2 Plus c-bonded Console Sink. Because the plumbing stays in view, a console sink suits a powder room or main bath where you want a lighter, furniture-like feel and do not need closed storage underneath.

Before you choose, think about how the sink mounts, how the faucet will be installed and which finish ties in with the rest of the room. Colour and finish options offered on this page include White, Polished Chrome, Vibrant Brushed Nickel and White & Black Oak. Measure your wall space and note where the supply lines and drain come through, because a console leaves these exposed and a tidy rough-in makes a real difference to the finished look. You will also find console table legs here, such as the Memoirs Stately Console table legs, for shoppers building out a console installation around a specific basin.

What to check before you buy

• Confirm the faucet hole layout. Check whether the basin deck is pre-drilled and how the holes are spaced before you buy a faucet, since this determines whether a single-hole, centerset or widespread model will fit.
• Plan for wall support. Many console styles rely on the wall for part of their support, so make sure there is solid blocking behind the finished surface where the bracket or basin will anchor.
• Check what is included. Legs, brackets and basins are sometimes sold as separate pieces, so read the product details to see exactly what arrives in the box and what you still need to order.
• Match exposed plumbing to the finish. The trap, supply lines and shut-offs stay visible under a console, so choose decorative plumbing in a finish that works with the sink and faucet you have picked.
• Measure the full footprint. Note the overall width, depth and height of the sink with its legs, and compare that with your wall space, door swing and any nearby toilet or tub.

Related pages and guides

• Cheviot Pedestal Sinks: A Canadian Buyer's Guide
• Vessel Sink Vanity Height: Getting the Counter Right
• Pop-Up vs Grid Drain: Which Bathroom Sink Drain to Choose

Frequently asked questions

What is a console sink?

A console sink is a bathroom basin supported by legs, a frame or a wall bracket instead of a closed cabinet. It offers more deck space than a pedestal sink while keeping the area underneath open.

Does a console sink need to be attached to the wall?

In most installations the basin or bracket is anchored to the wall for stability, with the legs carrying part of the weight. Check the installation instructions for the specific model and add blocking in the wall if needed.

Are the legs included with a console sink?

It depends on the product. Some are sold as a complete unit, while others list the basin and the legs or frame separately, so review the product details before ordering.