How Do You Pick the Right Kitchen Sink?

Here are three factors to consider when you are selecting your kitchen sink: 

1. Identify Your Sinks Primary Use: You may not make a big meal every day, but have you ever taken a day off from using your kitchen sink? With this in mind, consider where you want to put it to make the best use of your time while you are in the kitchen. For example, to make clean up quicker, you can place your sink near the dishwasher. Or, if you cook several meals during the week, it can be essential to position it near the stove. Whatever the decision, turn your stylish new sink is a valuable kitchen asset. 
2. Determine Sink Size and Depth: As a starting point, a standard kitchen sink runs between 22 inches long to 33 inches wide. Despite custom workstations measuring up to 45 inches, a critical dimension for choosing your kitchen sink size begins with the size of the kitchen's base cabinets. It is considering that average cabinets measure 24 inches deep, with a range of 36 to 42 inches high and 25-1/4 to 26 inches wide. These measurements have the standard 22 by 33-inch sink fitting into many modern-day kitchens. A simple way to determine depth is to look at the height of the cabinet that sits under your sink. As a guide, the average sink basin is 8 to 10 inches deep. 
3. Select Your Sink Style: Which shapes and colors are currently in your kitchen design? The answer to these questions and the following insight will help you determine what style is right for you. Kitchen sinks come in three main types: the popular drop-in sink, the efficient undermount sink, and the charming farmhouse sink. The material selection for your sink and countertop play significant roles in which style you choose.

What Type of Kitchen Sink Is Best?

Here is a brief introduction to five best-selling kitchen sinks and their benefits: 

• Drop-in sinks are one of the more easily installed options that remains a popular sink choice. Physically, they drop into a previously cut hole in the countertop while leaving the edge of the sink to be held in place by their weight. 
• Undermount sinks make clean-up quick—a benefit of their under-the-counter installation. 
• Farmhouse and Apron sinks add character with their exposed front and deep bowl. Functionally, they allow for easier cleaning of pots, pans, and oversized items. 
• Workstation Sinks are perfect for the busy kitchen and convert your sink into a prepping area or workspace. Several models include accessories like colanders, cutting boards, drying trays with an integrated ledge. 
• Corner Sinks allow for a longer stretch of the workspace and save counter space which works well in compact kitchens.