Mortise sink for the kitchen: the characteristics and

26-07-2018
Sewage

The kitchen must be equipped with a sink. This task can be performed by various methods, and today the mortise version is the most popular. Than he is so preferable, and how the car wash itself can look like this, we will analyze in this article.

Photo mortise sink with three bowls

Characteristic

Mortise kitchen sink has the following advantages that fully justify its choice:

Merits

  1. Attractive appearance, in perfect harmony with the rest of the situation. In this case, the sink is not a separate design, but is part of the working area of ​​the kitchen, smoothly moving into the table, which gives a special aesthetics to the overall interior.
Perfect harmony with the kitchen interior
  1. The lack of joints, which in turn provides several positive points:
  • high level of hygiene due to the absence of places of accumulation of garbage and dirt;
  • ease of care with your own hands, smooth surface easily wiped with a cloth;
  • durability, since the possibility of water penetration directly under the bowl itself is excluded, which can provoke swelling and rotting of table elements.
  1. Convenience of operation. This sink surrounds the table, which allows you to conveniently place on hand the washed dishes, food and other necessary kitchen equipment.
Washed dishes, vegetables, everything nearby
  1. A wide range of forms. Square, oval, round and even figured, you can certainly choose the most suitable bowl for your kitchen.
The original model of the mortise shell
  1. A variety of configurations. It can be either built-in devices in the form of an auxiliary wing or another bowl, or removable accessories in the form of a laid-on cutting board or dryer.
Mortise sink in the kitchen of stainless steel with two bowls and a wing
  1. Affordable price. You do not need to specifically buy a separate cabinet under the sink, which saves the family budget.
  2. Compactness. Most of the design is located under the table top, it allows rational use of the surrounding free space.

Disadvantage

Only one negative point can be noted - this is a rather complicated installation instruction, since it requires the presence of special equipment and the accuracy of cutting the table top.

Tip: if you doubt your abilities, it is recommended to invite a professional to complete the installation. Because if you make mistakes in installation, then this can reduce to a large extent the majority of the advantages of this type of sink described above.

Cutting a hole in the tabletop

Kinds

The first step is to determine the material:

Manufacturing material

Mortise stainless steel kitchen sinks - beauty and reliability
Material pros Minuses
Stainless steel
  • Very high resistance to mechanical and thermal stress;
  • Appearance that goes well with high-tech, modern and minimalist styles;
  • Acceptable cost
  • Loud sound in contact with water with a metal surface
Fake diamond
  • Solid appearance, perfectly in harmony with the tabletop of the same material;
  • Inertness to chemically active liquids, which allows you to fearlessly use any cleaning products in the care of the sink
  • High price;
  • Heavy weight complicating the installation process
Plastic
  • Low cost;
  • A light weight;
  • Easy installation
  • Weak strength characteristics;
  • Low melting point

Tip: when choosing a stainless steel bowl, eliminate the use of abrasive cleaners while caring for its surface, as scratches may appear after them.

Optimal size

Suitable dimensions for stainless steel kitchen sinks
Parameter Value
Width
  • 40-50 cm - for small-sized kitchens in order to save free space;
  • 50-70 - the optimal value that allows you to comfortably use the bowl and at the same time does not take up too much space;
  • 70-90 - for large, spacious rooms, great for professional chefs
Length It is selected taking into account the size of the table top and ease of use
Depth Not less than 20 cm to reduce the amount of splashing on the floor

Possible designs

  1. With one cup. The classic budget option without frills, can have a square, rectangular, round or oval shape.
Classic single model
  1. With two bowls or three bowls. Additional tanks allow you to simultaneously wash dishes and products without combining them, which speeds up and simplifies the task.
One bowl with greens, and the second remains free
  1. With wing. A special additional ribbed surface extending to the side is excellent for placing washed dishes or products, protecting the tabletop from moisture.
Sink with auxiliary wing
  1. Corner. In fact, such a design may also have additional bowls and a wing, but its structural feature is that it is mounted in the corner of the room, allowing the use of free space for other purposes.
Corner shell saves space

Optional accessories

The following tools can be used with the mortise sink:

  1. Cutting board. It repeats the shape of the shell and is installed directly on it. This allows even more efficient use of kitchen space.
Board for cutting mortise sink
  1. Drying net. It is placed on top of the bowl or into it, allows water to flow from the washed products or dishes directly into the drain hole.
The established grid for drying

Conclusion

The built-in kitchen sink is the best choice, allowing you to maximize the use of the work area. Among the variety offered by manufacturers, you will surely find a model suitable for your premises.

Practical, reliable and aesthetic

The video in this article is provided with additional information regarding the materials presented. Choose the best for your kitchen.