Sinks: beyond plain old white.(HOME: BATHROOM MAKEOVERS)

Publication: Consumer Reports

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Move over, porcelain: Glass and even stainless steel are among the new materials that are changing the style and shape of bathroom sinks.

Vessel sinks like the one at right are the latest option. Unlike undermount sinks, these above-mount models sit proudly on the counter. You'll find them in glass, stainless steel, and other materials. You'll also see other sinks with the added toughness of enameled cast iron or steel.

Some of these new materials can cost about the same as standard porcelain, known as vitreous china. Several were better at resisting spills, scrapes, and other mishaps. But most have at least one...

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