How to Choose the Perfect Farmhouse Kitchen Sink
If you love country living, then you’ll want a kitchen sink that fits your home’s rustic style and space needs. Perhaps you have just bought a smallholding with a small home that needs tender loving care. The fittings are dated and worn. So, you want to upgrade the interior, but don’t want to spend a fortune doing so.
At this moment you have to decide on the perfect type to match your needs. So, how do you choose the perfect boere kombuis sink? Read on to learn more about the types and important factors to consider.
Round Corners or Defined Edges?
The rounded kitchen sink offers the benefit of not having an edge in the interior that can be difficult to clean. It also looks rather attractive. If you’re looking for an ultra-modern style, then this is not the right choice. If hygiene, ease of cleaning and a typical farmhouse look is higher on your priority list, then go with the rounded rather than well-defined angular corner type.
Stainless Steel, Granite or Porcelain?
A porcelain kitchen sink is exceptionally attractive, doesn’t rust, and is easy to clean. It is heavier than the stainless steel type and can crack if you drop a heavy or sharp object in it. The crack can be unsightly and difficult to repair. This type also tends to be more expensive.
A granite basin is aesthetically appealing, easy to clean, and strong. However, it is heavy and very expensive. The granite composite type includes a mix of polymers. This adds to the scratch resistance. Granite also doesn’t show water marks, which can be an issue with porcelain that can also stain. The lighter granite composite types can stain, too.
Stainless steel can scratch, but it is fairly easy to buff out such a scratch. These types are lighter in weight as well. In addition, they are rust-resistant and can take a heavy beating. When it comes to farm living, you want durability and these do the trick. Keep in mind that if the water is hard, then you have to clean the sink more often to prevent water stains from forming. For these, a proper wipe down after usage helps to keep them good-looking for years to come. Stainless steel is also exceptionally hygienic.
Double- or Single-Bowl Basin Kitchen Sink?
A double-bowl unit offers the advantage of having two wash spaces. This means you can wash dishes and rinse them directly after before putting them on the draining board. It saves time and offers more convenience. A double bowl can also be used for rinsing vegetables or washing your cloths in one while still being able to use the other one for washing dishes or simply getting water from the tap. The ones with a gooseneck swivel spout make it possible to service both basins without requiring an additional tap head.
Double-bowl basin units take up more space and if you have a small wash and work area, then you might want to consider the single stainless steel kitchen sink with a stainless steel draining board. This gives you more dry space or an area where you can cut vegetables or prepare food while the basin is still available for washing or rinsing tasks.
The single-basin unit often comes with all-in-one units that include a stove, microwave, fridge, and basin. The single basin is larger than each of the double bowls, enabling you to fit larger pots or dishes in the basin.
Kitchen Sink with Draining Board and Cabinet or a Complete Unit?
If you have the space to fit a stove, full-sized fridge, cabinets, and a separate basin with a draining board, then, by all means, it is the way to go. But if space is limited, then you’ll want to fit in as many functionalities as possible. You can do so with a single- or double-basin unit with a draining board and cabinet or you can opt for one of the mini or maxi units as available from GEZA.
Several combinations and sizes are available to meet your appliance and washing needs. With stunning finishes and easy fittings, these offer you a modular solution at an affordable price. Have a look at the pricelists and view the GEZA range of kitchen sinks and cabinets for units that match your farmhouse lifestyle needs.
