So you’ve narrowed down your sink material (Kitchen Sink Primer Part 1). Now you need to choose your sink style. There are many options to choose from – use your cooking style, space,
budget and decor guide you.
Drop In
A more traditional style, this type of sink is dropped into the hole in your countertop. Also called “self rimming” or “surface mount” sinks, the rim of the sink runs above the countertop. These sinks are easy to install, popular, affordable and can be found in most materials such as porcelain, cast iron and stainless steel.
(photo: moen sink)
Undermount
The undermounst sink is installed underneath your countertop, providing a smooth surface from countertop into sink, which looks seamless and makes cleanup a breeze as there is no sink rim to catch crumbs. A strong epoxy or silicone caulk is used to anchor the sink to the countertop surface providing a leak proof seal. Undermount styles can be affordable and come in a variety of materials – cast iron, stainless, copper and more.
(photo: blanco sink)
Farmhouse (Apron)
Also known as apron front, farmhouse sinks have an old-fashioned look that is trendy and popular right now. These sinks are large and prominent in your kitchen. A white porcelain replicates the old-school look, but the farmhouse sink comes in other materials like steel or copper. Your cabinets and countertops need to be built for this style sink, and usually you’ll find them as one big bowl (rather then divided into two bowls). On the plus side, these sinks are very durable.
(photo: american standard sink)
Integral Sink
Integral sinks are made from the same solid surface as the countertop. Integrated sinks give a very seamless look; popular materials to use are quartz, marble, soapstone. Easy to clean and super minimal, these sinks can be very pricey because of their custom nature.
(photo: houzz.com)
