Kitchen Sinks

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What are the different types of kitchen sinks?
Single bowl and double bowl are the two main types of kitchen sink. Single bowls sinks are common and useful, though double bowl sinks let you soak or wash in one bowl while the other is saved for drying or other uses. The two most common configurations are undermount and drop-in sinks. Drop-in sinks fit right into the counter, while undermount are installed against the counter bottom.

What kind of kitchen sink lasts the longest?
Kitchen sinks are typically made from durable materials like stainless steel and granite. Granite and stainless-steel sinks last a very long time, though stainless steel will likely outlast granite as it can’t chip or discolour.

Which sink types are easiest to clean?
Drop-in sinks are the easiest sink configuration to clean as there's no overhanging counter. In terms of material, stainless steel is generally easier to clean than granite as it has a smoother surface.

Which is better: a single sink or a double sink?
The best sink for your kitchen depends on the amount of space you have. Single bowl sinks are generally more compact compared to double sinks and offer more room for washing large items or holding dirty dishes. Double sinks take up more space and are more useful if you hand-wash dishes, and let you do food prep while keeping dirty dishes separate.

How do I know which sink to buy?
Think about what features fit your kitchen and your needs. If your kitchen is smaller, and you don't hand-wash dishes, a single bowl drop-in kitchen sink is a good choice. If you've got plenty of space to work with, you can experiment more with sizes as well as undermount and double bowl sink configurations to find what's right for you.