Concrete Trough Sinks: 2025 Trends
Trough style sinks have become a hallmark of modern design, blending practicality with striking aesthetics. They are a staple in both residential and commercial spaces, accommodating multiple users at the same time.
Whether you're seeking a sink for efficiency or as a statement piece, trough style sinks deliver unmatched functionality and style.
What Is a Trough Style Sink?
A trough sink for the bathroom is a large, elongated sink basin designed to accommodate multiple users simultaneously. While its roots can be traced back to communal basins in farmhouses and early industrial applications, the modern trough sink has evolved into a chic, versatile option for both residential and commercial spaces.
Today, these sinks are celebrated in contemporary interior design for their practicality and clean aesthetic.
Common Materials
Trough bathroom sinks can be crafted from a variety of materials, each offering its unique aesthetic and functional benefits:
- Concrete Trough Sink: A favorite for its natural, earthy appeal and endless customization possibilities.
- Porcelain: Classic and timeless, often seen in traditional settings.
- Metal: Stainless steel and copper for a sleek, industrial look.
- Stone: Luxurious and robust, perfect for high-end designs.
Benefits of Trough Sinks for Bathrooms
Efficiency
Bathroom trough sinks simplify installation and optimize room space, especially in settings where multiple users need access. They are particularly popular in commercial environments where efficiency is paramount.
More Basin Space
The extended design provides significantly more basin area, making it ideal for high-traffic bathrooms or family homes.
Streamlined Plumbing
With a single drain serving multiple faucets, plumbing requirements are minimized. This not only reduces installation complexity but also leaves more storage space beneath the sink—a valuable benefit in residential designs.
Easy Maintenance
Integrated basins eliminate crevices where mold and grime can accumulate, making trough lavatory sinks easier to clean and maintain than traditional multi-basin setups.
Statement Piece
Trough sinks offer a striking, monolithic look that enhances modern interiors. Their clean lines and seamless design create a contemporary, luxurious focal point.
Cons
Reduced Counter Space:
- This is less of a concern in commercial settings where countertops are not a priority.
- In residential spaces, designers often incorporate clever solutions like shelves or recessed storage to compensate.
Why Concrete Trough Sinks Stand Out
Concrete is an ideal material for trough sinks due to its natural earthy aesthetic and versatility. Concrete’s organic texture and finish complement a wide range of design styles, from rustic to modern minimalist. It offers unparalleled flexibility in design, allowing:
- Custom shapes, sizes, and finishes
- Options for cutouts (e.g., for trash or soap dispensers)
- Multiple basin styles and placements
- Applications in both residential and commercial settings
- Sinks can be ganged together, creating large, continuous structures for communal spaces
Cement Trough Sink Expressions
Floating / Wall-Mount
One of the most popular applications, especially in commercial settings, wall-mount trough concrete sinks create the illusion of more space and can be tailored to fit perfectly between walls for a built-in look. This enhances both the visual appeal and structural integrity of the sink. Wall-mount trough sinks in concrete are also popular in residential environments due to their substantial, monolithic aesthetic.
Vanity Top
A trough sink vanity with 2 faucets provides a "his and hers" solution, ideal for shared bathrooms. The extended basin requires a vanity base with a hollowed-out center to accommodate the trough design.
Washstand
Perfect for ADA-compliant environments or where wall-mounting isn’t practical, washstands offer an elegant yet functional alternative. Trueform Concrete’s Zen Commercial Washstand exemplifies this versatility and was designed specifically to solve this difficulty.
Zen also features a ramp basin where the sink basin slopes from front to back. A trench drain runs along the entire rear wall of the basin, directing water down a single pipe.
Vessel Trough
A vessel trough sink sits atop a platform, providing a freestanding, bespoke appearance. This style is a favorite for commercial design and offers bold choice for homeowners seeking a unique design statement.
Built-In
Built-in trough sinks seamlessly extend from the wall, offering a minimalist aesthetic similar to wall-mount designs but with the look of a built-in design.
Woodform® Trough
Trueform Concrete’s Woodform® trough sinks are a showstopping option, combining the warmth of wood with the durability and customization of concrete. These sinks bring unparalleled character to any space.