Top Trends In Kitchen Sinks

October 12th, 2014 Posted in Kitchen Sinks
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If you are considering a full kitchen remodel or are just looking to update your kitchen, what type of sink you want is an important decision. The sink is one of the most used features in your kitchen, necessary in almost every aspect of cooking a meal. Whether you are a self-proclaimed foodie who loves to cook or just a heat-and-eat kind of person, you will want a sink which offers the best features for your needs while adding style to your kitchen.

 Three Popular Trends In Kitchen Sinks

For a kitchen remodel, one of the first decisions you will need to make is what type of sink you will be adding. The size and configuration can affect the countertops and other aspects of remodeling your kitchen. There are many options available to homeowners when it comes to kitchen sinks, beyond the old one or two basin basic sinks. Here are three of the most popular trends on the market today when it comes to kitchen sinks: 

  • Deep one-basin sinks. Large, country-style apron sinks with one basin have become very popular in modern kitchens. These deep sinks allow room for large pots and pans, perfect for cooks who prepare meals for large families or get-togethers.
     
  • Natural stone sinks. Adding marble, quartz or granite countertops? Integrate your sink seamlessly into the design with natural stone sinks to match your counters This adds a modern flare with a cohesive design which adds elegance to your kitchen.
     
  • Prep sink. If you love to spend time in your kitchen, a prep sink will make cooking so much easier. Adding a small prep sink to your kitchen island or prep area is one of the most popular trends in contemporary kitchens. 

Regardless of what type of sink you choose for your kitchen, you will want it professionally installed by a professional plumber. It will not matter how beautiful your new sink is if it’s not plumbed correctly. Your local plumber can also offer suggestions on sink placement. and options which can be useful before you begin your remodel.

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Why Choose a Double Basin Sink for Your Kitchen?

September 5th, 2013 Posted in Kitchen Plumbing Repairs
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If you don’t have a dishwasher in your kitchen (the mechanical appliance type), then having a double basin sink, with both basins the same size, in your kitchen is just good common sense. This will allow you to comfortably wash dishes on one side of the sink while rinsing them on the other. Even if you have a dishwasher, this may be what you’d prefer if you’d rather wash your larger pots and pans by hand. Today you have the option of a double basin sink with two differently sized basins, one larger for washing pots with a smaller basin for food preparation. In fact, triple basin sink options are available today as well.

Existing cabinetry, counter and under-the-counter space will play a role in what type of sink you decide to purchase. One option, if going with the double basin, is to purchase a cover for the second basin that can also serve as a cutting board. A double basin sink will take up more room underneath your countertop. Of course, deeper sinks will take up even more space. How much under-the-counter space you have in your existing cabinetry is an important factor because a double basin sink will require the kitchen plumbing for two drains. Before purchasing your sinks, consult with your local plumbing professional to make certain you get the best product to meet your individual needs.

Your kitchen space, its appliances and features, should all combine to enable you to prepare and cook food with the least amount of effort. How you cook, how you work and prepare, and how you clean up your kitchen will all be considerations in whether or not two sinks in your kitchen is a must have.

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Choosing a New Kitchen Sink for Your Granite Countertop

September 5th, 2013 Posted in Kitchen Sinks
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If you are shopping for a new kitchen sink for a granite countertop, a myriad of designs, shapes and sizes, colors and materials await your choosing. The options are almost limitless but there is more to consider than just artistic compatibility or whether it is aesthetically pleasing. Of course, you are concerned about matching that granite countertop but how about which sinks are scratch or stain resistant? Which sinks will last longer, chip or crack?

Style, price and durability should all be considered in purchasing your new sink. Stainless steel remains the most popular and today comes in a great array of shapes and styles. However, regardless of configuration, it would probably not blend well with the granite countertops. On the other hand, today you can purchase a sink made of granite composite which is the most durable sink on the market. Manufactured with extremely high-density rock particles on the surface, they are superior in scratch, heat to 535 degrees, and chip resistance. They come in many different colors and configurations; one will certainly complement your granite countertops. Granite composite sinks are typically installed as undermounts, which is the most requested by homeowners with granite countertops. Undermounted sinks not only look better but make cleaning easier.

Your local plumbing professional can help in narrowing down your options and guide you through the vast amount of selections, in choosing the kitchen sink that is right for your lifestyle, your home space requirements, and your existing plumbing and cabinetry restrictions.Installing a sink fabricated from high-quality materials means you’ll live with that sink for a long time.

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The Advantages of Adding a Second Kitchen Sink

April 23rd, 2013 Posted in Kitchen Sinks
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It is practically becoming a standard today for even modest-sized spaces to have two sinks.  Traditionally, second sinks have been used side-by-side as one bowl to wash dishes in and one to rinse in. With most homes today having a dishwasher appliance carrying the clean-up load, a larger sink bowl is now utilized primarily for cleaning of large cookware such as pots and pans. More often than not, one sink today is used for “storage space”; such as, dropping off dirty cookware or utensils in one sink, while continuing to prepare food or beverages in the second sink.

Adding a second kitchen sink is a definite plus, if not “must”, for those homes which have two or more cooks that prepare meals at the same time. Even if both chefs have separate duties, they will both often need the sink at the same time. Having two sinks will keep the meal preparation flowing smoothly, with the least amount of congestion.

A smaller second sink can be a useful addition to a kitchen island, suitable for rinsing and chopping vegetables, preparing beverages or hors d’oeuvres, or rinsing glasses while entertaining small groups of guests in conversation. Many designers recommend one large main sink and a smaller bar sink.  Of course, a second sink is always a welcomed necessity to a wet bar.  Sometimes an additional sink is added to simply take advantage of an outdoor view; especially, if the main work sink can’t be placed under a window.

Whatever your specific needs, your local plumbing professional can help you assess the perfect combination of sinks to complement your new, existing, or remodeled kitchen.

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What’s Missing in Kitchen Sinks: The Overflow

November 22nd, 2012 Posted in Uncategorized
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For those who have traveled outside of the United States, they may notice that other countries have overflows in their kitchen sinks just like in the bathtub and bathroom sink.  So, why don’t we have them?

We Don’t Need Them

The simple truth is that it isn’t required by regulation or code so most manufacturers just don’t make them.  Having an overflow can cause a sanitation hazard as food gets trapped inside.  This could become a serious issue and require continual calls to a plumber to fix.  While European designers have addressed the issue by making it easier to get to the overflow to clean, American manufacturers have chosen not to have them at all.

The Purpose of An Overflow

The overflow is there to prevent a disaster on the floor if you forget to shut off the water.  In a tub, you can walk away while it is filling and an overflow prevents a mess for when you return.  These accidents just don’t happen that often in a kitchen sink.

European designers have been making their sinks that way for years and probably have just continued on because it is tradition.  Homeowners may expect to see an overflow in their kitchen sinks and manufacturers have just continued to make them.  In America, it is more of a case of “you can’t miss what you never had.”

If you need to update or install a new kitchen sink, you can work with your local plumber to determine the right design for you.  They can help you locate a kitchen sink that meets codes and fits in with your design.

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Kitchen Sink Choices

December 10th, 2010 Posted in Kitchen Sinks
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If you are in the market to replace that old kitchen sink with a modern new design, the good news is that there is a wide array of styles, colors and materials to choose from.  The downside is that you may be overwhelmed by the vast selection of sinks to choose from. Your plumber can help narrow your choices and handle the installation.

The most popular material for kitchen sinks is stainless steel.  These sinks look great in most modern kitchens and go well with most appliances and motifs.  They are durable, chip-proof, and resistant to scratches and dents.  When buying a stainless steel sink, look for a heavier gauge steel for maximum dent resistance.  Some stainless steel sinks also have some soundproofing to minimize noise.

Cast iron sinks were typically installed in houses built  more than 20 to 30 years ago.  Traditionally, they were made of cast iron with a white enamel finish  but modern cast iron sinks are available in a wide array of colors.  The main disadvantage of a cast iron sink is that the enamel surface can chip.  Otherwise, they are stain resistant and durable sinks with a “retro” look.

Composite sinks are growing in popularity and are manufactured using several different materials, each with its own advantages.  Granite based composite sinks are extremely durable, stain and scratch resistant.  They add an elegant look to any kitchen.  Quartz composite sinks are not quite as durable as granite, but they are available in a wider array of attractive colors.

Polyester or Acrylic composite sinks are less expensive than granite or quartz sinks and are available with a shiny surface and in an endless array of colors.  However, they are softer than granite and quartz so they are less resistant to scratches, nicks, cuts, and stains.

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