Your choice of countertop material and style are not the only things that can affect the overall look of your kitchen. Choosing the right sink style can also have a great impact on your design. But with so many options, how can you make sure that you’re buying the right one?
No need to worry as A1 Stone World, a luxury countertop installer in the Jacksonville Metropolitan Area, is here to give you a hand. With our various collections of porcelain bathroom and stainless steel kitchen sinks, you’ll surely find one that will best complement your design while enhancing the efficiency of your kitchen.
In addition to sinks, we also offer several other products that you can explore:
Granite | Quartz | Marble | Quartzite | Soapstone | Edge Profiles | Remnants
Contact us now so we can help you choose the right configuration, mounting style, shape, and size for your kitchen!
A Comparison of the Different Types of Kitchen & Bathroom Sink Styles
Stainless Steel
Benefits
- Most popular option among homeowners
- Easy to clean
- Low-maintenance
- Corrosion, stain, and heat-resistant
- Available in many styles and finishes
- Doesn’t affect your food’s taste
Porcelain
Benefits
- Available in cheaper options
- Quieter than stainless steel
- Best for bathrooms
- Requires lower maintenance than stainless steel
- Comes in many shapes and sizes
Composite
Benefits
- Heat, stain, and scratch-resistant
- Low-maintenance
- Available in various colors
- More resistant to scratching, smells, and bacteria as well as less noisy than stainless steel
- The cheapest among the three
Undermount vs. Top-Mount Sinks
Top-Mount Sinks
Benefits
- Cheaper and easier to install than under-mount sinks
- Can be used on most countertop materials including laminate and wood
- Not constrained by your cabinet’s size
Undermount Sinks
Benefits
- Gives your countertop a seamless look as its rim is not visible
- Maximizes your countertop space
- Makes wiping spills into your sink easier
Single vs. Double Sinks
Single Bowl Sinks
Benefits
- Makes washing large pans and pots easier
- Ideal for homeowners who use their kitchen often and for large families
- They don’t have dividers so cleaning them is easier, unlike double sinks
Double Bowl Sinks
Benefits
- Allows you to do two tasks at the same time (e.g. rinsing and soaking)
- Useful if you don’t have dishwashers
5 Factors to Consider to Make Sure That You Choose the Right Sink Type
Budget won’t be a major issue when choosing a sink style because they come in a wide range of prices. The major factors that will affect your choice are your existing design and how often you will be using your kitchen. With our expert knowledge, we can help you choose the best sink type that will meet your needs!
1. Materials
The Facts
- The most popular sink materials are stainless steel, granite composite, and cast iron but the top choice is stainless steel and is expected to still be the number one choice in the coming years.
Our Expert Tips
- Choose stainless steel if you want the best balance between durability and cost while still having a low-maintenance sink. It’s also the most hygienic sink material.
2. Mount
The Facts
- There are four major kitchen sink mounting types you can choose from, but the most popular options are undermount and top-mount options.
- The most suitable options for stone and solid surface countertops are undermount sinks.
- Not all mounting styles are suitable for every countertop material. Undermount sinks, for instance, will make wooden countertops susceptible to damage.
- Top-mount sinks generally cost less than undermount sinks.
Our Expert Tips
- You need to hire an experienced countertop fabricator for the quality installation of undermount sinks as they are more tricky to install than top-mount sinks.
3. Number of Bowls
The Facts
- Large single bowl and two-bowl sinks are the most popular options, but you can also find three-bowl sinks.
Our Expert Tips
- Choose oversized single bowls if you use your kitchen frequently as they make washing large pots, pans, and baking materials easier.
- Choose double-bowl sinks if you are into a more traditional style. They also make multitasking possible (washing and draining dishes at the same time).
4. Shape & Size
The Facts
- The standard sink sizes range from 27 to 33 inches for single-bowl sinks while double-bowl sinks can reach up to 48 inches.
- Residential kitchen sinks typically do not exceed 36 inches in length.
Our Expert Tips
- When choosing a sink size, consider your cabinet’s dimensions and make sure that there will be enough space for fixtures, faucets, and others.
- Consider your available space and allocate space on your sink’s opposite sides for stacking dishes, preparing food, and others.
- Sinks with rounded corners are easier to clean.
- Choose top-mount sinks if you want more size flexibility. Your cabinet’s size won’t constrain them due to the way they are installed.
5. Sink Depth
The Facts
- The typical depth of sinks is 5 to 8 inches but it can range from 4 to 12 inches.
- The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) has specified a sink depth requirement of 5 to 5 ½ inches if you have a disabled family member.
Our Expert Tips
- Choose shallow sinks (typically 8 inches or lower) if you want more space. These options give more room for plumbing fittings and a garbage disposal.
- Choose deeper sinks if you love cooking and often use large pots and wash a lot of dirty dishes.
Choose A1 Stone World as Your Countertop and Sink Installer
There are many factors that you need to consider when you are planning to remodel your home and install a new countertop. These include not only the countertop material but also the sink style which can have a huge impact on your kitchen’s design and functionality. Let our professional team help you find the best sink style for your project by choosing us as your countertop fabricator and installer!
Some of the areas we serve (contact us if you don’t see your area listed):
Green Cove Springs | Jacksonville | Jacksonville Beach | Ponte Vedra Beach | Saint Johns | St. Augustine