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I have a Blanco Silgranit sink that is a dark brown color, with my quartz countertops. I really like it. Its been 3 years now with no problems, no shipping or scratching.
Stainless is so easy to maintain, is durable, easy to install, relatively cheap and goes with just about everything. I also prefer to go as deep as you can. Nice to be able to fit a large pot or other sizeable items when the occasion arises.
Our old sink was porcelain over cast iron, and was 60+ years old. No chips, no stains. We replaced it as part of a kitchen remodel with a Koehler porcelain over cast iron sink with one bowl. It's big enough to hold our largest pots and pans, and hasn't chipped or stained.
Stainless steel works, but can be noisy, and scratches easily.
I do believe we're going to pull the trigger on new granite countertops for the kitchen, and in the process, replace the kitchen sink that we can't stand (it's one of those two-basin units whereby the small basin has the disposal).
We want to stay with an under mount design to make cleaning up easier.
Question - is quartz a good material for a kitchen sink? Is it tough enough to handle the tossing of a fork into it and not chip it up? Or should I stick with stainless steel?
Thanks!
I think you mean Granite, not Quartz. As mentioned it's a composite and have a white one that I purchased for around $100 (contractor price as part of package) when I had my granite counters put in. I opted for the deep single versus a double and find it very durable. It can/does discolor from time to time but find filling the sink with water with a cup of bleach to let sit for awhile handles any yellowing/discoloration. https://www.homedepot.com/p/Blanco-D...1767/308161069
If I had my druthers, I’d always choose a top quality stainless sink. They are easy to keep clean, and you don’t have to worry about chipping them. You want one that is solid, with the noise dampening coating underneath.
These sinks will stain around the drain, but a bit of scrubbing with Bar Keeper’s Friend or a similar type cleaner will clean them up nicely.
You can also put a scoop of Oxyclean in them and run hot water to fill the basin. That will clean any staining that you might have.
Right now I have a deep porcelain sink. The sink cannot be replaced without replacing the counters, so it is staying. I finally got rid of my cast iron grill pan which required constant cleaning. I knew it was only a matter of time before I dropped it and chipped the sink.
If I had my druthers, I’d always choose a top quality stainless sink. They are easy to keep clean, and you don’t have to worry about chipping them.
Actually the Granite Composite sinks don't chip, are very easy to clean and unlike stainless are durable enough to withstand scratches.
Actually the Granite Composite sinks don't chip, are very easy to clean and unlike stainless are durable enough to withstand scratches.
Reviews I've read don't necessarily support that. To be fair, people complain about all types of sinks... but the ones that seem most disappointed are the ones with problem composite products.
NC211 I ordered a different Kraus sink and as I mentioned, it is still in the box because our project is on hold due to the "Current situation" Corona. However, I did a fair bit of research and Kraus is very well regarded. Also the one you are looking at, and the one I got, also include the grids which is a nice extra. Mine has the drain offcenter which I am looking forward to.
I think you will be very happy with it. Good quality
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