Microcement Freestanding Basin — Bronce
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- Made to orderto your size and finish
- Free samplessee the finish first
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Product description
A freestanding cylinder basin, hand-finished in our own workshop. The cast solid surface core is coated in microcement, worked over with a textured Marmorino plaster and burnished with bronze metallic waxes, so the surface shifts between deep charcoal and warm antique bronze as light moves across it.
The bowl is finished in matt black, set against the bronze and charcoal of the outer column. Standing 870mm high on a 440mm diameter, it is designed to be seen from every side. Pair it with wall-mounted or floor-standing taps and it reads as a piece of furniture rather than sanitaryware.
Finished by hand, one at a time
Every basin in the Design Works Bespoke collection is finished to order. The plaster is trowelled on in layers and cut back by hand, then the bronze wax is worked into the texture and burnished. No two pieces carry the same distribution of colour or depth of texture. That variation is the character of the finish, not a flaw in it.
Installation
The basin is supplied with no tap holes and is intended for wall-mounted or floor-standing taps, specified separately. The waste aperture takes a standard 46mm unslotted waste; a waste is not included. Two fixing points in the base allow the basin to be secured to the floor, and we recommend it is fitted by a qualified installer with the plumbing set out before the basin is placed.
Delivery
Free delivery to UK mainland addresses is included in the price. This is a made-to-order piece; please allow 4 to 6 weeks from order confirmation. Delivery is kerbside or to a ground-floor room of choice by prior arrangement.
Care
Clean with a soft, damp cloth and a pH-neutral cleaner. Do not use abrasive pads, scouring creams, bleach or limescale removers on any part of the basin. Rinse and dry the bowl after use, and avoid leaving standing water or soap residue on the outer surface. The wax layer can be refreshed periodically to maintain depth and sheen. Full care guidance is supplied with every basin.
Guarantee
Covered by a 10-year Design Works Bespoke guarantee against defects in materials and workmanship from the date of delivery, under normal domestic use. The guarantee does not cover damage caused by abrasive or chemical cleaners, impact damage, or the gradual wear of the wax layer, which is a maintenance item and can be refreshed.
Frequently asked questions
Does the basin come with a waste or taps?
No. The basin has a 46mm unslotted waste aperture and no tap holes, so both the waste and the taps are specified separately.
Is the finish waterproof?
The microcement and plaster exterior is sealed and waxed for bathroom use. It is not a surface for harsh chemicals or abrasives, and it should be cleaned as set out above.
Can I have a different colour or texture?
Yes. This is a bespoke finish, so alternative colourways and texture depths can be discussed. Please contact us before ordering.
Will my basin look exactly like the photographs?
No. Each piece is finished by hand and will vary in the pattern and distribution of the bronze wax.
Cast dimensions are nominal and subject to a tolerance of plus or minus 3 per cent.
Technical information
- Diameter
- 440mm, uniform top to base
- Height
- 870mm
- Internal bowl depth
- Approx. 130mm
- Finished weight
- Approx. 38kg
- Core material
- Cast solid surface
- Bowl interior
- Matt black
- Exterior finish
- Microcement, textured Marmorino plaster, bronze metallic wax
- Waste aperture
- 46mm, unslotted
- Tap holes
- None
- Fixing
- Two floor-fixing points to the base
- Origin
- Hand-finished in the UK
- Product code
- Solid Surface DWB-MCB-440-BRZ
Delivery & returns
Made to order: every Design Works Bespoke piece is made for you in our workshop in Newcastle-under-Lyme. We confirm your lead time when you order, typically 4–6 weeks.
Free delivery to UK mainland addresses. Highlands, islands and Northern Ireland are quoted separately.
Returns: because each piece is made to your order, bespoke items cannot be returned or refunded once the order is confirmed. Report any damage within 48 hours of delivery.
FAQs
Can I see the finish before I order?
Yes. Order the free sample set, or visit our showroom at 2/3 Borough Road, Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 1TJ, where the full finish range is on display. Colour on screen is only a guide, and hand-applied finishes shift with the light in a room, so we always recommend seeing a sample first.
Will mine look exactly like the photographs?
Each piece is finished by hand, so no two are identical. Expect natural movement in tone and texture. That variation is the character of the finish, not a fault.
Can I have a different size or colour?
Usually, yes. Microcement is pigmented to order and can be matched to your floor, walls or worktops. Tell us what you need using the enquiry button and we will come back with a price and lead time.
Is it suitable for wet areas?
Once sealed, microcement is fully waterproof and suitable for bathrooms, kitchens and other wet areas. Your piece is sealed in our workshop before it leaves us.
How do I look after it?
Wipe with a soft cloth and a pH-neutral cleaner. Avoid bleach, abrasive pads and harsh descalers, which can dull the seal. We include care instructions with every piece.
Can I return a bespoke piece?
Because every piece is made specifically for you, bespoke and made-to-order items cannot be returned or refunded once the order is confirmed. If anything arrives damaged, tell us within 48 hours and we will put it right.
Design Works Bespoke
Where it works
Every piece is made by hand to order, so it can be sized and coloured to suit the room it is going into.
Bathrooms & en-suites
A sealed, seamless surface that is fully waterproof. Colour matched to your floor and walls so the bath or basin sits in the room as one piece.
Hotels & spas
A statement piece for boutique hotel suites, spas and wellness rooms, built to order to the scheme.
