How a metal sink is selected, its features and installation

06-07-2018
Sewage

In any home kitchen is one of the most important places. The hostess spends a lot of time here, so her interior and equipment should be not only beautiful, but also functional. Agree that the mood greatly affects the quality of the finished dish.

Today we look at one of the main elements of the space of the room - washing. It can be made of different materials, but in this article only metal will be considered.

In the photo - various types of metal sinks

Our task is to tell about the merits of the product and its disadvantages. Why often choose a sink for the kitchen of stainless steel, and not from another material. What are the types of sinks, their installation and features of the operation of products.

General information

The undeniable advantage of a metal kitchen sink is its reasonable price (see also the article Enameled Sink - a budget solution with excellent characteristics).

Manufacturers are trying to keep up with progress, so they offer customers:

  • various designs;
  • product functionality;
  • original forms;
  • exclusive design;
  • simple installation instructions.
Stainless sinks to give

In addition, we must not forget about the surface texture, which makes the operation of the sink not only comfortable, but also decorates its interior. When choosing a suitable sink, we often encounter questions that we cannot independently find the answer to.

Below, our experts will tell a lot of interesting and informative, after which you will know exactly what kind of metal sink you need and how to properly install it with your own hands.

Materials

Let's start with the materials, where the most common is chromium-nickel stainless steel (the best mass fraction of chromium and nickel is 18% and 10%, respectively). Thanks to these two metals it is possible to protect the product from rust, mechanical damage and temperature changes. They also give the sink a spectacular shine, which fits particularly well into the interior of a modern kitchen.

Stamped sink in the kitchen

Product classification:

Stamped
  1. Produced from solid steel sheet, because of this, they have no seams, which is very convenient.
  2. Simple to manufacture, so their cost is inexpensive.
  3. The disadvantage is shallow bowls, usually up to 150 mm. If you have accumulated a lot of dishes, it will be inconvenient to wash it.
  4. Another disadvantage is uneven wall thickness, there are places where they are very thin. This is usually due to poor-quality casting or the use of base metal.
Welded
  1. They are more expensive, but they are superior to those stamped by the convenience of operation and workmanship.
  2. The bowl and the base of the sink are made separately and then welded to each other.
  3. At the next stage, it is polished and ground.
  4. You can choose the shape and depth of the product.
  5. The disadvantage is that a poorly made seam can become a problem due to a leakage in a few years.
Welded kitchen sinks have greater depth than stamped

Tip: when choosing a kitchen sink, pay attention to the manufacturer who has earned a good reputation in the market.

Characteristics of metal sinks

Of the advantages should be highlighted:

  1. Resistant to a large temperature range, for example, the maximum value for such an alloy can be almost 1450? С.
  2. Resistant to corrosion.
  3. Classic appearance, over the years, the fashion does not pass.
  4. The color remains the same both at the beginning and at the end of operation.
  5. Do not react to acids.
  6. Easily recycled if it needs a replacement. It can also be used in the country, adapting under the sink.
  7. Easy to clean, requires simple care, quite functional.
Laid on type of stainless kitchen sink

Among the shortcomings we note:

  1. Thin walls, so when buying, pay attention to this parameter. Otherwise, from external influences (for example, a strong flow of water or high temperature) dents will appear.
  2. You can buy a sink without a special coating, because of what it will become covered with rust.
  3. Noise at operation.

Tip: do not rush to choose a product, learn more about the manufacturer and seller.

Our recommendations

  1. Before buying a car wash, check it with a magnet.. If it slides over the surface - take it, immediately “pulled” to it - set it aside. A magnet can “stick” to the bends of the product, which is considered normal, although it is better to talk about this with the seller.
  1. Scratches are clearly visible on the polished surface of the sink. Try to wipe the sink dry after each use. The polished surface allows you to clean it easily from plaque.
  1. Determine in advance how the sink will be installed. For the mortise, you need to prepare a place for inserting into the tabletop; the overhead models are universal and suitable for any kitchen. In the first case, such products will look good in the kitchen, where all the appliances are mortise.
  1. Better buy metal sinks from reputable manufacturers in branded stores. So you can guarantee yourself the normal operation of the product.
Mortise metal sink

Additionally

As for the surface of sinks, it can be smooth, with anti-graph (texture of linen) or with an engraved pattern. The last two options are interesting because they hide scratches or droplets (stains) of water on their background.

In the case of an engraved pattern, the walls should be at least 0.8 mm thick, otherwise if a pan falls into the sink, a hole may appear there. The surface is also matte or glossy. In the first case, scratches and divorces are almost imperceptible, but a lot of work will have to be applied to scrub away a raid from it.

Conclusion

The metallic luster of the stainless kitchen sink immediately states that the interior in this kitchen is approaching the modern. Such products set the tone due to their large area, so when choosing, use our recommendations (read also the article There is not enough space in the bathroom - the lily sink will help).

The lifetime of a sink depends on many factors, including its manufacturer. The video in this article will provide an opportunity to find additional information on the above topic.

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