Small Laundry Sinks

Buildmat's small laundry sink range covers every compact configuration - from narrow 300mm single bowls for tight spaces to 510mm tap landing models that fit neatly into a standard laundry cabinet. All small laundry tubs are Watermark-certified and available in stainless steel, brushed gunmetal, and brushed brass gold. Use the filters to narrow by size, mount type, or finish, or browse the sub-collections below.

Shop small laundry sinks by type

By mount type

• Topmount laundry sinks - drop-in / overmount format; sits on top of the benchtop in a cutout; suits laminate benchtops and straightforward replacements; easiest to DIY-install

• Undermount laundry sinks - fixed below the benchtop for a flush, seamless finish; requires a solid-surface benchtop (stone or engineered stone); bench wipes directly into the bowl

• Tap landing laundry sinks - integrated flat area beside the bowl for mounting the mixer tap directly onto the sink; no benchtop tap hole required; the most practical format for compact laundry rooms where the benchtop is already laid

By configuration

• Round laundry sinks - circular bowl format; suits corner and built-in laundry layouts

• Laundry sinks with overflow - overflow outlet prevents flooding; useful in unattended soak situations

• Stainless steel laundry sinks - 304-grade; the standard for Australian laundry rooms

• Ceramic laundry sinks - glazed ceramic / fireclay; suits Hamptons and country-style laundries

• Full laundry sinks range - includes large formats and double bowls

The most common question we get on small laundry sinks: "what's the smallest that still works?" The Jeeves 300x450 is genuinely functional as a laundry sink - deep bowl, full basket waste, handles soaking and hand-washing without issue. The constraint at 300mm is that it won't fit a standard mixer comfortably on a tap landing, so you'd go with a 1 taphole model or mount the tap on the benchtop or wall instead.

Small laundry sinks designed for everyday function

Compact doesn't mean compromising on quality. Buildmat's small laundry sinks and laundry tubs are built for real-life use - made from high-quality stainless steel that resists corrosion and staining. With smooth edges and sound-dampening construction, each sink handles everyday laundry room tasks from hand-washing delicates to filling buckets without taking up extra bench or floor space.

Top mount vs undermount laundry tubs 

Topmount (drop-in / inset) sinks are easy to install and ideal for laminate or standard benchtops - the sink rim sits on top of the bench and no specialist benchtop work is needed. If you prefer a clean, minimalist look, undermount sinks sit beneath the counter for a flush finish that maximises usable bench space. Both options pair with laundry mixers to suit your cabinetry layout.

The third option - the tap landing sink - is worth considering if you're fitting out a compact laundry from scratch. The integrated tap platform means you don't need to drill a hole in your benchtop, which simplifies the install and keeps the bench surface continuous.

Choosing the right laundry sink size for tight spaces

Small laundry sinks in our range run from 300mm to 510mm wide, fitting into standard 450-600mm laundry cabinets. The right size comes down to your cabinet width and how you use the sink:

• 300mm (Jeeves, Harper) - the narrowest option; suits apartments, European-style laundries, and spaces where every millimetre counts; 1 taphole or wall-mount tap required

• 380mm (Maya, Evelyn, Ross) - a practical step up; fits most standard compact laundry cabinets comfortably; handles most hand-washing and soaking tasks

• 450mm (Nala, Kayla, Niles) - the most popular size in our small range; good bowl depth with enough width to be genuinely functional; suits 450-500mm laundry cabinets

• 510mm (Penny, Leo, Jeya) - the upper end of the small range; still fits a 600mm cabinet with clearance; closest to a standard kitchen single bowl in usable capacity

For a full-size laundry trough or slimline laundry trough in a standard 600mm+ cabinet, see our full laundry sinks range.

Laundry sink material and finish options

Stainless steel laundry sinks are the standard for Australian laundry rooms. Our range uses 304-grade handmade stainless - the same grade as our kitchen sinks - with sound-dampening pads that reduce the metallic clang of a bucket or tap hitting the bowl. All include a basket waste and meet Watermark certification.

PVD-finished options - brushed gunmetal and brushed brass gold - are available across most models in the range. PVD coating is purpose-made for wet area use and handles the cleaning products common in a laundry room better than standard paint finishes. Brushed nickel is available through select models; check individual product specs.

Ceramic laundry sinks are the material choice for Hamptons, country, and heritage laundry rooms where the sink is a design feature. Heavier than stainless; requires solid cabinet support.

Practical laundry sink features for small spaces

Before ordering, confirm:

Tap holes (1 taphole vs no taphole): Most small laundry sinks come with 1 taphole pre-drilled for a mixer tap. No taphole models are also available if you're mounting the tap on the wall or benchtop. Tap landing models have the mounting platform built into the sink rather than a drilled hole - confirm which format suits your laundry mixer before ordering.

Washing machine drain connection: A laundry sink used as a washing machine drain overflow needs a waste that accepts the machine's drain hose. Standard basket wastes accommodate this - check the waste diameter matches your machine's drain outlet (typically 19-20mm). All Buildmat small laundry sinks include a basket waste.

Cabinet width and overhang: Topmount sinks need the cabinet cutout to be slightly smaller than the sink's outer dimension. Undermount sinks need the cutout to match the bowl dimensions exactly. For laundry cabinets under 450mm wide, the 300mm or 380mm sink formats are the practical options - a 450mm sink in a 450mm cabinet leaves no overhang for a topmount rim.

Corner laundry sink layouts: The Alma Ella corner double bowl is the dedicated corner laundry sink option in our range - designed to sit in a 90° corner cabinet. If you need a corner laundry sink format, this is the model to filter for.

Small laundry sink prices at Buildmat

Entry-level 304-grade stainless single bowl sinks in standard sizes start from around $229-$329. Tap landing models in stainless run from approximately $279-$379. PVD-finished options (brushed gunmetal, brushed brass gold) add roughly $220-$280 to the equivalent stainless price. Ceramic laundry sinks start from around $350+. All prices are per sink; basket waste included on stainless models.

Complete your laundry setup

• Laundry tapware - mixers in chrome, brushed nickel, and matte black to match your sink finish
• Laundry accessories - washing machine stops and laundry utility fittings
  
• Kitchen sinks - if you're fitting out both rooms at once, coordinate finish and bowl depth across kitchen and laundry

Visit the Buildmat Selection Centre

Sink depth and bowl dimensions read differently in person than online - particularly for compact laundry sinks where a 30mm difference in bowl depth changes how functional the sink actually is day-to-day. The Buildmat Selection Centre in Hughesdale is open by appointment, Monday to Friday, if you want to see sizes before committing. Our Dandenong showroom is open Monday to Friday, 9am-4pm.

Not in Melbourne? We ship Australia-wide. Call or email with your cabinet width, bench material, and whether you need a taphole or wall-mount tap and we can confirm the right model before you order. 1300 123 122 | [email protected]

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