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How to Choose A Perfect Kitchen Sink For Your Home

kitchen-countertops-company-vancouver and supplier of gemini sinksWhen people say “they took everything but the kitchen sink,” the titular sink may have been left behind because they are notoriously difficult to remove. The idea behind this phrase is that everything that could be moved was – but the sink, fixed in place, was impossible to transport. Or, maybe, it’s just that the sink is too absolutely vital to the kitchen structure to be taken, even by an ill-meaning thief.

There are so many parts of the home that are necessary and are used frequently, but none quite so much as the kitchen sink. The kitchen sink is not only used often but is used for a variety of different tasks. Choosing the right kitchen sink is a huge deal. It might even be one of the most important decisions you make for your kitchen space.

With this in mind, we, at RJS Stonetops, have a few recommendations for selecting the right sink style and configuration for your kitchen:

  1. Choosing Number and Configuration

Single Sink, Large

Pros: You can soak large dishes and perform heavy duty washing tasks with the extra room. Large quantities of food can be washed and prepared.

Cons: It may be hard to juggle layers of action in a single basin.

The average kitchen sink is about 33 to 36 inches wide and 8 to 10 inches deep. Kitchen sinks have been getting larger and deeper, but this size is the perfect balance of space and efficiency. If you need more room, accessories can help to manage the space.

Double Sink, Different Sizes

Pros: Different sizes can be customized for different, simultaneous tasks.

Cons: The smaller basin will lack some functionality regarding larger dishes and heavier tasks.

A common orientation is 60/40, where the sink has one basin that is usually about 18 inches wide and another that is 14 inches wide. Cleaning and heavy tasks can be done in the larger basin and lighter prep work can use the smaller basin. This offers lot of flexibility and can be very useful when attending to busy, diverse kitchen tasks.

Double Sink, Same Sizes

Pros: Lots of room to maneuver and work. Any task can be completed in either sink.

Cons: Takes up extra room. Somewhat out of fashion nowadays.

Gemini sinks vancouver

A 50/50 sink, with two basins both of the same size, is a great symmetrical design choice. Plenty of room to work, though you’ll have to dedicate a good chunk of counter space to accommodating the basins. Gemini Kitchen Sinks come in many variations of single and dual sink configurations, so you can browse the wide selection and pick the one that fits with your ideal kitchen design.

Triple Sink, Two Large and One Small

Pros: Plenty of room. A garbage disposal can be placed in the smaller sink.

Cons: If the smaller sink (with garbage disposal) is between the other two, you can’t “sweep” food scraps from the counter into the disposal. This set-up will take up more counter room, too.

Consider that access to the garbage disposal might be limited if installed between two larger basins, which is a common arrangement.

  1. Choosing A Sink Shape

Farmhouse

Pros: Farmhouse sinks have an “apron” front, which looks great with any vintage decor scheme. A farmhouse sink can sit slightly beyond the counter line, where “regular” sink orientations tend to be about 4 inches away from the edge of the countertop. Can be great for accessibility. You can also choose a Double Farmhouse design, though this detracts from the vintage aesthetic somewhat.

Cons: The farmhouse sink is a bold style statement, so make sure you love the look…and are willing to live with it for the foreseeable future.

Rounded Sides

Pros: The curved edges make it easier to clean, according to many home owners.

Cons: It doesn’t fit with the sleek, minimalist aesthetic of many modern day kitchens.

Built-In Drainboard

Pros: Great for lots of hand washing tasks, be it dishes or food. The drainboard is a great accessory with plenty of practical uses.

Cons: Takes up room to have the added drainboard function.

  1. Choosing a Sink Material

Stainless Steel

Pros: Stainless steel is easy to keep clean and maintain and is quite durable. A very classic material that goes with many design schemes.

Cons: May scratch, though small scuffs can be buffed away. Hard water may leave water spots.

Porcelain

Pros: A traditional material that looks great in vintage-style decor schemes. It works well if you want to play with color in your design. Gemini Kitchen Sinks come in stainless steel and porcelain varieties and they carry a lifetime warranty.

Cons: Porcelain can chip, leaving your sink blemished. Materials like metal pans or other severe items may leave scratches or marks.

Granite Composite

Pros: Resistant to chips, scratches, and water spots. Great for if you live in an area with hard water, which will otherwise leave spots.

Cons: LIghter colored granite can stain and may need special maintenance.

Natural Stone

Pros: Soapstone is a common choice but not the only option. Customizable colors and styles means that it can exactly match your countertops or whatever design scheme you are aiming for.

Cons: Costs more and may scratch and chip. May require specific cleaning products and maintenance instructions.

  1. Choosing Sink Accessories

Pros: Many things can be added to your sink to make it serve a variety of extra functions (think: cutting boards, drying racks, prep bowls, knife blocks, and more). Prep work before and after meals just got a lot more convenient.

Cons: In order for these items to fit your sink configuration, you’ll want to buy them directly from the sink manufacturer or a specialty designer. If you are a “less is more” homeowner, then maybe skip on the added parts. You will also need to consider storage locations for accessories that are not in use.

Looking for a kitchen countertop to go with your new sink? Check out RJS Stonetops’ recommendations for choosing the right kitchen counter for your home.

 

 

Filed Under: gemini sinks, Kitchen Sink

Recommendations

The service provided by RJS Stone Tops was amazing!!
Tilde was incredibly helpful and took all the stress out of decision making. She expertly guided me through the process of selecting the best countertop for my situation. I highly recommend this company. They are the best in the business!!

suzanne.gray1234

These guys are a pro company from sales to install. They did a fantastic job. We also had them do the removal of our old granite counters and there was absolutely no damage to cabinets. Fast, on time, and the best price I could find.

Colin W

All around fantastic service from our first visit to the store to the actual install day…and all the steps in between! Charles' response time whenever we had a question was immediate. This was our first kitchen renovation and we did not use a contractor so for any one out there in our shoes…call Charles at RJS Stone Tops if you want to have a friendly, positive, knowledgable & experienced team to help guide you along!!

Marnie & Josh

Working with Shakeel and the RJS team is always a breeze. The staff is very knowledgeable and professional, and able to meet deadlines without sacrificing quality.

Designs by Katerina & Silvie

Hello Tilde,

Again, we are so grateful and pleased with our countertops from RJS!! They look amazing!!

Can you get a message to Nic for me please? Our plumber came last night to install the sink and he said that it fit perfectly. He was in awe as he typically has to make adjustments and alterations to the sink because counters, cabinets and sink do not align. In our case, sink and faucet and everything ended up masterfully in sync!! He also really appreciated the 1/8 of an inch overhang to the under mount sink. He was very impressed!

Renee H.

Hi Tilda! It's Selma!  I just got home to the installed countertops. The white pieces are PERFECT! Thank you so much for knowing exactly what was perfect for me. You took a big stress out of this Reno.  Thank you so much ⭐️

Selma

We are actually enjoying our morning coffee on our beautiful new counters. We wish to extend our appreciation to you and the entire RJS team that were involved from start to finish in our countertop. Each step of the process starting with yourself, followed by Nic, then Mario, and installed by Marek and Henry was managed in a thoroughly professional and smooth manner. This is often not the norm. Great job!

Mairi and Howard

The RJS installation team came this afternoon to install our kitchen countertop and sink. They did an awesome job. We love it!!

Thank you all at RJS for working together to make this happen. I had no idea the work involved in a quartz kitchen countertop installation. The knowledgeable team at RJS were wonderful to work with. I really appreciate the time everyone took to talk to me. Thank you Paul for your patience educating me, helping me with stone selection and answering all my questions. Thank you Ron for explaining the cutting process and different edge finishes. Thank you Mohammad for taking the time to discuss the best reveal for my sink. Thank you Nic for your attention to detail and getting our accurate measurements. Thank you Mario for your drawings and meeting with me personally to review some questions I had. And please thank all the other crafts people behind the scenes involved in producing our beautiful kitchen countertop

Your commitment to detail and customer satisfaction shines through. We will highly recommend you to anyone looking for stone project expertise.

Ellen&Jeff

The RJS installation team came this afternoon to install our kitchen countertop and sink. They did an awesome job. We love it!!

Thank you all at RJS for working together to make this happen. I had no idea the work involved in a quartz kitchen countertop installation. The knowledgeable team at RJS were wonderful to work with. I really appreciate the time everyone took to talk to me. Thank you Paul for your patience educating me, helping me with stone selection and answering all my questions. Thank you Ron for explaining the cutting process and different edge finishes. Thank you Mohammad for taking the time to discuss the best reveal for my sink. Thank you Nic for your attention to detail and getting our accurate measurements. Thank you Mario for your drawings and meeting with me personally to review some questions I had. And please thank all the other crafts people behind the scenes involved in producing our beautiful kitchen countertop

Your commitment to detail and customer satisfaction shines through. We will highly recommend you to anyone looking for stone project expertise.

Best wishes,

Ellen&Jeff

Hello Tilde,

Sorry it took so long to send off photos. I wanted to wait until the hood fan and back splash was all in place, and that was not until towards the end of January. So excited to have it done and show it off.

The crew were very good coming out and installing. I LOVE LOVE LOVE the countertops and the joins are in perfect spots.

Thank you so much. I have given a good review to Scott Dunsmore from Kitchen Elements and he has been up and inspected everything and was very impressed as well.

Thanks again,

Patty Perens

Shakeel I would like to let you know that the counter top and back splash are amazing. Your guys were excellent, very professional and dedicated to their work. A pleasure to see. Bill your cabinets are great and your installer Brad, well what can you say he is a real pro.

If either of you want a recommendation for your website or another contract let us know. I am sure you don’t as the word of mouth is better than the internet and you guys must have a great word of mouth reputation.

It is so nice to see skilled people doing great work.

Thanks  a million and please let your crew know they were great. Canadians are quality.

 

Chuck and Jacquie Meagher  

From start to finish, it was a great experience working with Ron and his entire team. He was patient and professional as our project was not an easy one and he came through for us with a fantastic finish product! Highly recommend them.

Donna Siu

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