Kitchen Sinks

As the central fixture in the most active room of the house, the kitchen sink sees plenty of action. Day in and day out, it is the focal point of food preparation and cleanup. Accordingly, kitchen sinks are made to be both attractive and extremely durable.

And of course, modern sinks no longer consist of a simple faucet and bowl. They have multiple bowls of various sizes and shapes and are designed with integral drainers, cutting boards, soap dispensers, instant hot water dispensers, purified water taps, sprayers and more.

Sinks are made of stainless steel, enameled metal, solid surfacing (countertop-type) materials and quartz composites.

Stainless steel sinks are made in many sizes and several thicknesses, measured by gauge. (The lower the number, the thicker the material.) For durability and resistance to denting, scratching and staining, 18-gauge or thicker is best.

Enamel on cast iron or steel sinks are made in an assortment of colors. They're easy to keep clean but their heavier weight calls for strong countertops. Cast iron is preferred over pressed steel.

Some solid-surface countertop materials may be formed to include rimless, seamless sinks that are a perfect match. Because the color and pattern goes all the way through the material, scratches can be buffed out.

Quartz composite sinks come in a variety of colors and patterns. These are an attractive, stylish alternative to more conventional materials.

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