Here is the deal. It’s easy choosing one from our Kraus kitchen sink review because they are all great. But if you need to be extra sure in picking the perfect sink for yourself, there are some things you need to look out for. That way, you will end up making a more informed decision with your hard-earned money.
Size
This is a big one. Not all sinks will fit perfectly in all kitchens. You need to make sure that you buy the one that is the right size for your kitchen.
Some sinks are larger, and some are smaller. Depending on what you need (and can fit) your purchase decision might vary. The size doesn’t only dictate whether it will fit inside your kitchen or not but will also affect your use case.
If you have a large family, you might want a slightly larger sink. That will make washing all those dishes after a family dinner easier. Then you have deep basins. Deep basins are very convenient. But they also come at a cost.
Deeper sinks might make you sacrifice some storage space underneath the sink. So, that is something to think about. It’s a balancing act really. You want a sink that will fit in your kitchen, but also one that isn’t obnoxiously too large or small.
Double Bowl or Single Bowl
This will come down to personal preference. There is no right or wrong choice here. Both double and single bowl kitchen sinks have their own set of advantages and disadvantages.
Single bowl sinks give you more wiggle room. You have a large single bowl that can be used easily without much fumbling. Plus, we think single bowl sinks are easier to clean.
Double bowls are cool in the sense that you can have one bowl free and work on the other. Then if you need to use both, you can. This way you use each sink for different purposes.
However, they are just a bit more cumbersome to clean but not by much. Then there is also individual bowl size. If you go with a double bowl, you can have both be the same size.
Alternatively, you can opt for one that has a smaller bowl and a larger bowl. It will depend on your use case and what type of sink you want.
Mount Style
When it comes to kitchen sinks, you basically have two options. You can either go the undermount route or the top mount route. Both are good and have pros and cons.
Undermount sinks definitely look cooler, but they are also more expensive. However, they will last longer when properly installed.
Top-mounted sinks are cheaper to install, but they don’t look as cool.
If you want more counter space, then the seamless installation of an undermount sink will be perfect for that. These types of sinks also win when it comes to resale value.
Drop-in sinks or top-mounted sinks won’t fetch you the same price when you’re going to sell them in the second-hand market either.
As you can see, both have their own pros and cons. Before you choose a sink, make sure what type of sink mounting you want.
Durability
Then you have the durability to think about. This is, of course, pretty important as well. The last thing you want is to pay hundreds of dollars to have your sink installed, and then after a couple of months, it breaks or dents.
Making sure you get one that is durable and resistant to rust, corrosion and dents is crucial. While dent-resistant might not be as important as the other two, it’s still a bonus to have.
Look for solid materials like stainless steel or granite. These will help your sink last longer. A satin finish on the sink will also go a long way in keeping it looking shiny.
Easy Cleaning and Draining
Another thing you should look out for is easy cleaning and draining. This will make your daily life much easier. When you’re done with cleaning the dishes, you don’t want a difficult-to-clean sink to deal after.
And good draining helps mitigate standing water. The water will smoothly run down the drain, and that’s what you’re looking for.
Price and Brand
When it comes to price, settle for one that satisfies the criteria we mentioned and fits your budget. And when you have the basics covered, then you can go for the one that your budget will allow — no need to spend extra on unnecessary fluff.
As for the brand, all the ones in this review are from Kraus. They are a top-quality brand that has a reputation for making solid products that are both durable and functional.
