Kitchen sink preferences?

[gacook]

This is basically the one we have, but the center divide in ours is taller. I love it. Black granite; put in black drains, but they've got some chipping and will need to be replaced.

https://www.build.com/product/summary/1628789?uid=3867107&jmtest=gg-gbav2_3867107&inv2=1&&source=gg-gba-pla_3867107!c1707673110!a69500367354!dc!ng&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI4LCx-KeP-AIVKHZvBB1HrgREEAQYFyABEgIRg_D_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

[stomachmonkey]

Before I got my first ever double sink I always thought I wanted one.

Got one, can't stand them.

Both sides are barely large enough to be useful.

Give me a big deep farm sink and I'm good to go.

[gacook]

I like the farm sink look; wife hates it. Don't know why, and know enough not to bother asking.

[Jeff Alton]

Originally Posted by rusnak

You put yours in upside down, same as I did mine. I was told by my plumber that the drain goes toward the front. But I wanted to be able to use the faucet to jet the drain in my copier room sink because there was no room for a food grindy thingy.

Well it certainly is not upside down It does not matter if drain is front of back, the bottom is formed to flow towards the drain. Not sure what your plumber thinks is different. I have 2 of this style (one at the shop) both professionally installed in the same way. NO issues with them. That said, if there is an issue, I will get it re mounted!

Cheers

[stomachmonkey]

Originally Posted by rusnak

.....a food grindy thingy.....

The proper term is Sink Demon.

[look 171]

Jeff, that's the way they are suppose to be mounted with the drain toward the back. Reason is that there are more usable space near the front instead of a hole when you go and put down a cup or dish. Not a big deal really, but that's the idea.

[rusnak]

Originally Posted by look 171

Jeff, that's the way they are suppose to be mounted with the drain toward the back. Reason is that there are more usable space near the front instead of a hole when you go and put down a cup or dish. Not a big deal really, but that's the idea.

That's right, 100% Especially if you got one of them demon grindy thingies in there.

[masraum]

Originally Posted by Baz

Thank you, MRM.

I'm already enjoying the upgrade and am pleased with my decision. Especially the single handle faucet is much more efficient than my old twin handle.

For a kitchen, I do much prefer a single handle! For a shower, I like double.

Took a little work to get the drain piping properly configured underneath but was able to manage. And no leaks!

While I had the drain pipes off, I used my Ryobi cordless drain auger to do a quick clean out too.

Obviously I'm a terrible caulker so will have to do a little cleanup on that part but otherwise it all worked out.

Dealing with the pipes for the drain when you change out a sink is always a bit of a pain in the neck (usually literally). Caulking can be a huge pain. Guys that do it regularly make it look so easy. I usually cut the tip so the hole is really small to try to keep from ending up with way too much caulk (that's what she said).

These wire racks that lay on the bottom are ingenious I have to say. Looks like I won't need the old plastic dish drain I was using.

I learned a lot from those who posted on the thread and want to say thank you to all.

Good stuff. I wouldn't worry about the wire rack with a stainless sink, but it can't hurt.

The faucet looks exactly like the faucet that was in the cabin that we rented out this past week for a little family vacation. It worked fine. If you use the button to go from stream to spray, I suspect the rubber will be the first thing to go, but I'm sure it'll probably be years.

[john70t]

Originally Posted by Baz

After further contemplation....at some point later this year I will take the sink back out, clean off all the white caulk, and re-do with clear.

I assume the clamps were installed which keep it locked to the countertop.

Make sure the drain pipe after the p-trap has a downward slope to the wall drop.
That prevents a lot of problems later on. Toilet paper wrapped around pipes finds leaks.
And yeah, demon grinders are an open invitation to cut up several cantaloupe rinds and press them down into the drain with metal objects using force.

I've got the same faucet and it's been okay for a couple years now.
Not super strong but no problems so far.
I like the high pull-down to use spray when needed (but too much water spray in my case and not clean-able)

Since the sink is on tile (i.e irregular surface), I'd suggest buying a quart of plumber's putty and roll a nice and even .5-1" tube and press that in around the perimeter towards the outer lip. This will make an internal seal to keep water out of the cabinet underneath which will do damage. The extra putty which presses out can be scraped clean with a plastic knife. With a little acetone on a rag to remove excess it can be clear-caulked from the outside for a double seal.

I usually cut off minimal tip on the caulk tube and push it forward into the gap slowly. You can sandpaper the tip to make it nice and round. Watch for caulk on the edges and move faster if too much bubble out on the sides. Stop, clean, and start over if you get the triple lines. Squeeze a little out and use a small screw with blue tape to seal for later use.


The left counter is for dirty dishes dump in a large pile.
The left sink is for soak/wash. Dirty side.
The right sink is for rinsing or cleaning veggies. Clean side.
The right counter is for air drying everything that needs to be hand washed or too big for the 18" dishwasher.
That formula is what seems to work in my little kitchen at least.