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- Undermounted Sinks (See bottom image) mount below the countertop.
- Self-Rimming Sinks feature a rolled edge that mounts directly over the countertop. They are the most common and easiest to install.
- Double sinks are the most common in new construction, with one bowl available for washing and one for rinsing dishes.
- Single bowls are necessary in small kitchens with little counter space or can function as a second sink for meal preparation.
- In triple sinks, the middle bowl is designed for the garbage disposal.
- Shapes are rectangular or square; custom sinks can be round, oval or other shapes.
- Standard size is 8" deep; low-end sinks are only 5-7" deep and top-quality sinks can go 10" deep.
- Sinks are constructed of many different materials including enameled steel, stainless steel, cast iron, brass, stone and composites such as quartz or granite combined with resin.
- Enameled steel has a tendency to chip and is less durable than cast iron or stainless steel.
- Stainless steel comes in different gauges; the lower the number, the thicker the steel. Thicker steel is less noisy, and undercoating can help dampen noise. Satin finish is the easiest to clean.
- Other accessories for kitchen sinks include sliding cutting boards, clip-on colanders and custom dish drainers.
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