Getting More From Your Kitchen Sink Setup
The average homeowner uses their kitchen sink dozens of times per day, so it’s important to make sure your sink set up suits you and your family’s needs. From washing giant sauce pans to rinsing all the vegetables, your sink choice could determine whether you become a skilled home chef or a takeout connoisseur.
One Large Basin
Preparing food for a large group of people? An extra-wide single basin makes your job a little easier. If you’re cooking Thanksgiving dinner this year, you’ll to be thankful for that extra bit of space in your sink. The convenience continues after every meal, as it’s easier to rinse large pots in a sink with no pesky dividers to get in the way. The downside is that you will need to use extra accessories if you want to separate things in your sink.
Two Basins
If you choose to install double basins for your kitchen sink, multitasking in your sink area will be much easier. You can either opt for identically sized basins or have a setup where one is slightly larger than the other. If there’s ever a time you don’t want to use the dishwasher, a dual basin sink makes it easy to use one side for soap and the other for rinsing. Just remember that the divider isn’t going anywhere, and it could get in the way when you need to fit large cooking utensils.
Three Basins
This orientation is perfect for anyone who wants his or her garbage disposal separated from the sink. You’ll never have to worry about accidentally mixing up fresh food with items that have already been used. If you commonly run into situations where you need to use the disposal, but dishes are in the way, a three basin setup is just what you need. Be aware that it can sometimes be difficult to sweep extra food into the disposal, depending on the location of the compartments.
Whatever setup you go with, be sure it’s right for the way you will use the sink. If you never use large pots and pans, a single basin sink might be more of an inconvenience than a desirable feature, for example. The time you spend at your kitchen sink adds up, so there are plenty of things to consider for your purchase. As with bathrooms sinks, there are endless material and installation options to choose from for your new sink, and our experts are happy to help you understand the differences. Contact us to learn more about the options you have for your new home build. Everything, including the kitchen sink, is customizable in your dream home.