Choosing a sink for your kitchen renovation is an important decision. Here are some useful facts about the different kinds of sinks and how you can determine what’s best for your needs.
Do you know the phrase, “everything but the kitchen sink?” Our professional kitchen designers address every part of your kitchen: all the amenities, all the appliances, each trimming and every finishing choice—including the kitchen sink. Don’t let the funny phrase fool you though; your kitchen sink is no joke!
Single Bowl or Double Bowl? How About a Triple?
The number of bowls your kitchen sink will determine the cleaning and cooking capacity your kitchen can handle.
Single bowl sinks are becoming more popular, especially versatile deep-basin single bowls. If space is at an absolute premium, a single bowl could be a good choice.
Double bowl sinks have been the standard for years, and many are now specialized to feature one standard bowl and one oversized bowl for cleaning larger kitchenware.
Triple bowl sinks are available for homeowners that want the functionality of a gourmet kitchen in their own home. These are perfect for your kitchen if you have more than one chef preparing meals and your space permits.
What Materials Are Available?
Sinks now come in a wide variety of materials to fit any design aesthetic. Enamel-coated cast iron sinks used to be the go-to choice for older kitchens, and interest in these beautiful classic sinks has been revived thanks to recent luxury design trends. Stainless steel sinks became the gold standard for sink materials after cast iron, and are now more reliable and durable than ever.
Composite sinks are new, and are a favorite choice for ultramodern designs. Composite sinks are typically made from one of three materials: quartz composite, polyester/acrylic, or granite. Polyester/acrylic sinks can be fun and affordable. Quartz composite is highly durable and gives your sink an attractive “carbon fiber” edge. Granite composite sinks are high-end luxury models that are incredibly durable and scratch-resistant.
Fireclay sinks are also a popular choice, and are made from a special clay firing technique that fortifies ceramic material with a strong glaze that makes a basin that lasts for decades.
We hope that this information gives you a better idea of what your new kitchen deserves for your choice of sinks. Our kitchen renovation professionals serve Highland Park, Deerfield, North Shore, Glenview, Glencoe, Lake Forest, Wilmette, Winnetka and the greater Chicagoland area . We’ll help you imagine a new kitchen that you’ll love for years to come, so call us today and get started!
