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There is no "best" kitchen sink. When choosing a kitchen sink, consider what best suits your needs, your design taste, and your kitchen. Then reflect on these questions before beginning the selection process. How much space do you have? The most common kitchen sink is 22 by 33 inches (outside dimensions) with a double-bowl or one-and-a-half bowl configuration--allowing you to use one basin for preparation, the other for cleanup. (If you've ever had to remove dirty pots and pans from a single kitchen sink to use the disposal or to rinse dirty dishes, you know why two-basin models are so popular.) Some consumers prefer the one-and-a-half bowl configuration (an extra-large basin plus a smaller basin) because its extra-capacity bowl easily accommodates stockpots, woks, and other large pans. But there are smaller and larger kitchen sinks in addition to the 22- by 33-inch kitchen sink, with a great variety of configurations. If you're remodeling, but keeping (or refacing) your existing cabinets, you may be limited to the existing base cabinet depth. Usually the best bet when space is really tight is the largest single-bowl kitchen sink that will fit, which allows easy washup of large kettles and pans. Most single-bowl kitchen sinks require a 25-inch-wide opening. On the other hand, if your kitchen is large enough, you may prefer a second kitchen sink in another preparation area. It's great for a family with two cooks because it creates two separate, efficient work areas. A flat-bottomed, 18-inch-diameter round model is a good second kitchen sink because it provides ample basin space in a tight area or in an island. If it has a standard 3 1/2-inch drain opening, you'll have the option of adding a disposal. In a two-kitchen sink kitchen, see that the larger kitchen sink is near the dishwasher. Of course, a second kitchen sink means additional cost for plumbing hookups. How do you use your kitchen sink? Do you use your kitchen as a family room or as a site for casual entertaining? Then you'll want a kitchen sink that complements your kitchen decor--and that TABULAR DATA OMITTED offers good looks without sacrificing durability. Do you entertain frequently, enjoy cooking as a creative outlet, or share the kitchen with another enthusiastic cook? Look for a kitchen sink that has at least two good-sized basins and that is durable and easy to clean--or add a second kitchen sink in a separate work area. On the other hand, if you spend little time in your kitchen, eat meals out often, or keep food preparation simple, you might prefer a less expensive, utilitarian kitchen sink. Do you stir-fry regularly, or make lots of soups and stews and dishes that require large, heavy pots and pans? Then you'll need a deep, extra-large basin in which to wash them--and a kitchen sink that can stand up to them--perhaps an enameled cast-iron kitchen sink or an 18-gauge brushed-surface stainless steel model. If you love salads, you might include a separate vegetable or prep kitchen sink, maybe in an island--but definitely near your refrigerator. At the very least, you'll want a kitchen sink with two bowls, preferably with one shallow bowl that's easy to work in and that has a disposal. Your wish list may also include a pullout spray faucet, built-in colander, and removable cutting board that fits flush with the bowl top and has an opening through which you can push refuse directly into the disposal. How much do you want to spend? At local home centers, you'll typically find the lower to middle range of styles, materials, and costs. Specialty kitchen showrooms usually have more diversity, better service, and higher prices. Also, keep in mind that the kitchen sink is only part of your cost. When you add faucets, kitchen sink-mounted fixtures, and accessories, it's easy to spend well over $1,000. OVER, UNDER, OR PART OF THE COUNTER Sinks come in a great many materials and a rainbow of colors, but there are just four basic ways to mount them in your kitchen. Self-rimming. The easiest kitchen sink to install--and the most commonly sold--is the self-rimming kitchen sink. It works well with any countertop material. The kitchen sink's bowl drops into a hole in the countertop and rests on the perimeter rim. Some require special clips and threaded bolts built into the underside to secure the kitchen sink to the counter. Kitchen Sink Kitchen Cabinets Kitchen Appliances Kitchen Tables Kitchen Utensils Kitchen Furniture Kitchen Sinks Kitchen Islands Kitchen Knife Kitchen Curtains Kitchen Supply Kitchen Sink |
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