Semi Inset Basins

A semi inset basin sits partly inside the vanity and partly proud of the front, so the bowl projects forward and leaves usable bench behind it. In a shallow cabinet that extra working surface is the difference between a bathroom that functions and one that does not. QA Bathroom Warehouse stocks 15 semi inset basins at our Malaga warehouse in Perth.

When a semi inset makes sense
Semi inset basins earn their place in narrow bathrooms and ensuites where the vanity has to be shallow to leave walking room. Because the bowl hangs forward, you keep bench space for the things that otherwise end up on the floor. They also put the bowl closer to you, which is more comfortable to use than reaching over a deep bench.

Tap landing
Some basins in this range include a tap landing — a flat platform behind the bowl designed to take the mixer. If yours does, the tap hole is already positioned and you simply need a mixer with the right spout reach. If it does not, you are mounting the tap on the bench or the wall, and the spout has to clear the rim of a bowl that sits forward of where taps usually go. Check that measurement before ordering the mixer.

Fitting
Semi inset basins need a cut-out that matches the specific bowl, so the cabinet and the basin have to be decided together. Most of the vanities we carry are supplied with a top and bowl already fitted, so this range mainly suits a custom cabinet or a replacement into an existing one.

Brands we stock
Fienza, ADP, Seima and Timberline, alongside our own QA range.

See the full basins range for other mounting styles, or vanities if you are choosing the cabinet at the same time.