Are you renovating your kitchen and don’t know how to select the right kitchen sink? Choosing the right one can be trickier than you might think.

 

Does your kitchen sink fill up with dishes too quickly or is awkward to work with? If your kitchen sink does more harm than good, chances are that you have the wrong one.

 

No fixture in your house will be used as frequently as your kitchen sink, save for your toilet. Hence, this fixture needs to be highly functional and efficient so that you can carry out daily chores with ease.

 

If you have trouble with your current sink and are moving to a new house or renovating the existing one, this gives you a second chance to get yourself a more functional kitchen fixture.

 

Choosing a kitchen sink size can be tricky, but the following tips will help you find the right match for you.

Choosing the Right Kitchen Sink Size

Chances are you never really gave this fixture much thought, even if it made cooking and cleaning difficult. If you’ve suffered from the wrong sink for too long, it’s time for a change.

 

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These few tips can help you determine the right sink size for your kitchen:

• Do you have a small kitchen? Opt for a small undermount sink. It will give you more counter space. 
• While renovating your kitchen, if you choose to go with a single bowl sink, make sure it is deep enough. If you have limited space, making it deep will mean it will still hold plenty of dishes.
• Dissatisfied with your current sink? Take measurements of the width and the length of your sink. If the depth is satisfactory, get a sink that is a few inches deeper. If you can get a wider sink, opt for that only if you have enough counter space.
• Your sink should be at least 7.25 inches deep. Get a deeper sink if you don’t have enough space so it will be able to hold more dirty dishes.
• For big kitchens, you can choose pretty much any type of sink. Large space means larger sinks, as they would look better in a bigger kitchen. You can choose pretty much any design, size, or material, as long as it goes with the kitchen’s theme. Choose a sink that satisfies all your functional kitchen needs.
• For small kitchens, you can opt for deep, single bowl sinks such as petite round sinks or kitchenette sinks.
• If you don’t have counters or enough counter space to house a sink, you can opt for wall-mounted sinks. They can be attached to any walls and do not require counters. They are also moderately inexpensive to install.

Understanding the Different Types of Kitchen Sinks Available

Here are a few common types of kitchen sinks available:

Top Mount Sink

Top mounts are the most common kitchen sinks. They are not pricey and have a lower installation cost. You need a designated hole in the countertop where the top mount sink drops in. 

 

However, the main problem with top mount sinks is their rims, which prevent you from pushing in the debris from the counter right into the sink. The trash can get stuck in the obstruction and make cleaning more difficult, and if not cleaned properly, it can create a slimy build-up around the rim.

 

You can also try a top mount sink with double bowls, especially a workstation version. These will have added utility like a drawable cutting board, rinsing sink, or a drying rack.

A workstation top mount will be more efficient and user-friendly since you will be doing all the “dirty” work within the sink area, successfully avoiding rim buildups.

Undermount Sinks

Undermount sinks are great for saving space. They are drop-in sinks, without any rims, which means you don’t have to worry about yucky build-up.

 

However, installing under-mount sinks can be expensive and will require a good plumber. They also need sturdier counters, made of good quality material to hold them in place as they don’t have the rim to give them support.

 

If they are not installed properly, the basin might sink into the counter hole due to a lack of support. But once you get them installed, they are incredibly user-friendly.

 

They are great for people with small kitchens, as they leave you with more counter space. They come in single and double bowls. You can also find workstation versions or farmhouse versions.

Types of Double Bowl Sink

If you have the space for it, double bowl sinks are highly functional. If you don’t have a dishwasher and don’t plan on installing one, double bowl sinks can make life much easier.

 

You find them in various types, some of which have been mentioned before. Here are some things you should know about double bowl sinks:

 

• You can find them in any variety: top mounts, under-mount, farmhouse, etc.
• Most workstation sinks have double bowls so that there is a rinsing sink, but you can also find them with single bowls.
• Some double bowl sinks come with a low divider. These sinks are usually deep and you can use them as a double bowl or fill it up into a single large bowl. These are great for washing large utensils that don’t fit into one of the bowls.
• If you have a corner counter space available, you can get a corner sink. Corner sinks can come with double bowls, with space in between them for a draining board, drying rack, cutting, or prepping counter. Sometimes they only have a thin divider in between and no counter space. You can use this to create two large and deep sinks.

Single Bowl Sinks

Your traditional sink has a single bowl or basin. Here are a few things you should know about single bowl sinks.

• Get an extendable faucet to match with your deep, single bowl sink.
• Farmhouse sinks are large sinks that have a drop-in basin, but the front of the sink shows. These often have a single large bowl. This classic variety is often showy and can be used to beautify your kitchen, as you get a glimpse of the material of the sink. This is why materials such as stone, granite, fancy-looking metal like copper or stainless steel, or designer fireclay work well for farmhouse sinks.
• If you have a large kitchen, with a bar or island in the middle, installing a single bowl sink is a good idea. These work as a second functional sink and are only used for prepping or preparing. These work well if you already have a heavy-duty sink for dishwashing or a dishwasher. Small island sinks are based more on fashion than function and can be small and inconveniently shaped.

Final Thoughts

Choosing the right sink for your kitchen will make working there a lot easier. Now that you know which sink is more efficient and right for you, you can utilize the information and remodel your kitchen properly, making it more efficient and functional.

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