The sink is one of the hardest-working parts of any kitchen or bath. We’ll help you choose one that fits your counters, your cabinets, and the way you live.
How To Select The Right Sink
The sink sees more use than almost anything else in the kitchen, so the right one genuinely makes life better. If you’re installing or replacing countertops, now the best time to choose your sink too.
A good sink is measured by how it blends into the countertop, what it’s made of, and how you cook and clean.
Mounting Styles
Sinks come in three basic mounting styles, and the right one depends on your countertop material.
Also called top mount, it drops into an opening with a rim that rests on the surface. These are the easiest to install, and used with laminate countertops.
Installed beneath the counter for solid surfaces, stone, or wood, where the exposed edge is the finished material. Loved for its seamless look and easy cleanup.
The classic farmhouse sink, with a deep basin and exposed front for traditional or casual character. Available in drop-in or undermount and calls for a different cabinet beneath, which we'll plan for.
Materials
The best sink material suits your lifestyle and works with the rest of the room, from your countertops and cabinets to your appliances. We’ll help you weigh look, durability, and upkeep to land on the right one.
Considerations
Below are a few details to help shape your choice.
Select from standard, round, D-shaped, or zero-radius, in a range of basin and bowl styles.
One, two, or an offset pair with one large and one small basin?
One for the faucet alone, or more for a soap dispenser, sprayer, and other extras?
Whether you want a garbage disposal, where the drain sits, and racks that fit the bottom of the basin to protect it.
Sinks In The Home
Common Questions
Ideally when you’re selecting or replacing countertops, since the sink and counter are fitted together and the mounting style depends on the countertop material.
Drop-in, undermount, and apron front (farmhouse). Drop-in suits laminate, undermount pairs with stone and other solid surfaces, and apron front makes a statement with a deep, exposed basin.
A sink installed beneath the countertop so the counter’s edge is the finished surface. It gives a clean look and lets you wipe crumbs directly into the basin.
It depends on your priorities. Stainless steel, composite, enameled cast iron, vitreous china, and glass each balance looks, durability, and maintenance differently, and we’ll help you match one to your space.
That depends on your faucet and accessories. You’ll want a hole for the faucet plus any extras like a sprayer or soap dispenser, so the sink and faucet hole counts need to match.
Whether you’re ready to begin or simply gathering ideas, we’d love to hear about your project. Book a consultation and let’s talk about your space.
