Sink Companies in the UK

Types and Uses

The humble sink has come a long way from the prehistoric days when Neanderthals noticed that rocks hollowed out by rain could be used as a water basin. Although an essential part of everyday life in domestic or commercial kitchens, that does not mean that sinks have to be dull and uniform. The choice of materials is no longer restricted to what is locally available and shapes, sizes and styles of sinks have developed rapidly in recent years.

Stainless steel and ceramic sinks are popular choices, but composites, copper, granite and glass also feature in properties across the world. Bowls can be circular, rectangular or a number of variations on these themes and made to fit corners.

Specifiers can choose single or double bowls or a combination of large and small bowls to suit various applications. Some sinks are inset into the worktop or a cabinet, others sit on the surface. Sinks and bowls can be bought with right or left-handed drainers, or no drainer at all.

With all sinks, performance is as importance as looks. Ease of cleaning is vital for medical establishments and commercial kitchens and the smooth lines of modern sinks are an aid in this respect. Reputable manufacturers use the best quality materials that are resistant to staining and damage. These sinks often come with 20 or 25 year guarantees.