Sink & Taps
Sink and tap options have changed over the past
few years allowing for more customised usage
in the kitchen. Traditional kitchen users
generally installed double basin sinks with
either one or two drainers on either side.
These days sinks and taps are available in
different styles and materials and are used for
more varied purposes. Whatever your needs,
there now seems to be a sink and tap to suit
your individual requirements.
Sink styles
Sinks come in three different styles:
Topmounted: traditionally the most common
style which laps the benchtop. These sinks are
generally stainless steel, will resist corrosion,
won't stain and are easier to clean. However,
beware of some cheaper imported brands with
lower quality stainless steel that can show
scratches and may compromise durability.
Topmount sinks suit laminate benchtops.
(See example below)
Undermounted: attached below the
benchtop making it concealed from view,
streamlined and easy to clean up. Made from
stainless steel, this style is popular with solid
surface, engineered stone and granite
benchtops.
(See example below)
Integrated: made from the same material as
the benchtop, such as NeaStone™ solid surface,
the sink is fused to the benchtop to give the sink
a seamless look. This sink is similar to the
undermounted sink as it is concealed and easy
to clean.
(See example below)
Sink combinations
Sinks are available in various configurations depending on the users' needs. There are single bowl, double bowl and triple bowl sink configurations
to choose from. Bowl sizes can also vary that include half and three quarter bowls tailoring to a variety of kitchen needs.
Why choose stainless steel?
The ideal stainless steel sink should be made from 18 to 20 gauge stainless steel. Stainless steel sinks are made up of chrome and nickel
combination; the ideal combination is 18% chrome which improves the corrosion resistance and 8% to 10% nickel used to increase the alloy
workability, offering more variety in designs.