Rossco Under-Counter Basins

An under-counter basin sits below the vanity top rather than on it, so the counter surface runs unbroken across the cabinet. Most of these bowls are listed as "underslung" basins, which is the same mounting method under a different name, so you will see both terms as you browse. There are 19 basins in the range, priced from R1,843, and the choice runs from compact round bowls suited to a cloakroom through to wide ovals built for a shared family vanity.

Because the bowl is concealed, the counter material does the visual work. That makes an under-counter fit a natural partner for stone, sintered surfaces and solid timber, where a visible rim would interrupt the grain. If you would rather the basin be seen, the Rossco countertop basins sit proud of the surface, and the drop-in range falls between the two with a slim exposed rim.

Sizes and shapes

Footprints start at 290 x 290 mm and reach 630 x 510 mm, which covers a narrow guest cloakroom and a double vanity alike. Round, oval and rectangular bowls are all represented, and several Swift models come in small, medium and large, so one shape can be held across two basins of different size. Check the cabinet width and the counter cut-out against the dimensions given on each product page before you order.

Materials, colours and finishes

The range divides fairly evenly between composite and ceramic: ten basins are composite, eight are ceramic and one is brass. Sixteen are white, and the finish is polished on most of them, with a matt bowl and a gloss-interior bowl among the exceptions. Two black basins give a sharper line beneath a pale counter, and both also appear in the Rossco black basins and baths.

Planning the rest of the vanity

An under-counter bowl leaves the tap to the counter or the wall, so settle that early, because it decides where your plumber sets the water points. The Rossco basin and shower taps are worth reviewing at the same time. For the wider brand range, including baths and the other basin mountings, see the Rossco collection, or view the pieces in person at our Kramerville showroom.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between an under-counter basin and an underslung basin?

There is no difference. Both terms describe a basin fixed beneath the vanity top so that the counter surface stays unbroken. Rossco uses the word underslung in most of its product names, while under-counter is the term more shoppers search for, so you will see the two used interchangeably across this range. If a product name says underslung, it is an under-counter basin.

What sizes are available in the Rossco under-counter range?

Footprints run from 290 x 290 mm at the smallest to 630 x 510 mm at the largest, so the range covers a narrow cloakroom basin and a generous vanity bowl. Round, oval and rectangular shapes are all included, and several of the Swift basins are offered in small, medium and large. Exact dimensions for each basin are listed on its own product page.

Which materials do these basins come in?

Of the 19 basins in this collection, ten are composite, eight are ceramic and one is brass. Composite and ceramic are therefore close to evenly split, so you can usually find the shape you want in either. Sixteen basins are white, two are black and one is brass. Most carry a polished finish, with one matt bowl and one gloss-interior bowl in the range.

Where does the tap go if the basin is under the counter?

Because the bowl sits below the vanity top, the tap is normally fixed to the counter surface or to the wall behind it rather than to the basin. That decision is worth making before the counter is cut and the plumbing is set, since it determines where the water points need to sit. Check the individual product page to confirm the arrangement for the basin you are considering.

How do I choose between under-counter, drop-in and countertop basins?

It comes down to how much of the basin you want on show. An under-counter basin is hidden, leaving the counter material as the visible surface. A drop-in basin sits in a cut-out with a slim rim on view. A countertop basin sits fully above the surface and reads as a feature object. All three mountings are available in the Rossco range.