Kitchen sinks made of artificial stone: interior photos, types, materials, shapes, colors

What sink to choose for the kitchen?

The most important selection criteria will be the general parameters of the kitchen product, its depth, width, location of the wing, wall thickness, as well as quality assurance and much more.

1. Budget. The price primarily depends on the manufacturer and brand. There are glued and molded models that do not differ in appearance, but molded products are better, stronger, more durable and therefore cost much more than glued ones.
2. Material. According to the material, composite, granite, marble or other kitchen sinks are considered shockproof and resistant to temperature changes. While glued acrylic models can not boast of similar characteristics and durability.
3. Color. It is better to choose more practical colors, for example light brown, beige, white, sand with a splash or natural tones with a rough surface and texture. On products of a dark shade, spots and a coating of water will be more noticeable, so they will often have to be cleaned and washed.
4. The form. If you have a dishwasher, an excellent solution may not be a large, but rather deep sink without a wing. No less successful option is a roomy one or two-bowl corner system.
5. Bowls. It is preferable to choose a kitchen sink that has two bowls. So it turns out to wash fruits and vegetables in one section while the other is busy, for example, with dirty dishes.
6. Fittings and accessories. An excellent companion for a kitchen sink is a faucet of the same color, which differs by one, two tones or a mixer with spraying under bronze or brass. For an inexpensive composite product, as an additional protection of surfaces from scratches and chips, you can purchase a metal basket for dishes. Equally convenient accessory are drying grates installed on the sink.

In the photo, a countertop with a kitchen sink made of artificial stone of a light shade with splashes.

Types of sinks

The main varieties.

Waybill

This product is placed on top of the countertop headset and connected to it. Overhead models must have the correct geometry to avoid skewing.

Integrated

It can have different design options, for example, located under the countertop and go deep into it or slightly rise above the level of the base. The deeper the kitchen sink is, the less water spray will form.

In the photo, a kitchen sink made of brown artificial stone integrated in the countertop.

Mortise

This design is inserted into the cut-out opening and has accessories with special fasteners. It can be higher, lower than the level of the countertop or located flush with it.

Kitchen sink material

There are several varieties of artificial materials from which these products are made:

• Composite mineral-polymer sinks. The composition contains polymer resins and crushed natural stone, such as quartz or granite.Such models are quite durable and not subject to scratches, but not too resistant to shock.
• Quartz agglomerate. It is made of pressed quartz chips, has a long service life and high environmental qualities, which provides harmless contact with food.
• Granite. They consist of fine stone chips and polymer resins, are smooth and very resistant to mechanical stress.
• Korian. It has good water repellent qualities and resistance to pollution. Corian products are fairly easy to clean and retain a presentable appearance for a long time.

Pros and cons of stone washing

Advantages and disadvantages of kitchen models made of artificial stone.

Shapes of stone sinks

Kitchen sinks can also have a different shape.

Round and oval

Despite the compact appearance, they are quite roomy. Such bowls do not have additional baskets for washing fruits or vegetables. In addition, a round or oval shape gives the kitchen space special expressiveness, softness and elegance.

Rectangular and square

They are the standard and most popular form, which is perfect for small kitchens. Rectangular models are an indispensable option in the design of narrow countertops. However, such sinks create a large amount of water spray.

The photo shows the countertop of the kitchen set with a surface sink made of artificial stone of square shape.

Sink with wing

Kitchen products with one or two wings differ in several functions at once. Wing-dryer, can act as a stand for dishes and products or due to its heat resistance provide the location of hot pots or pans.

The photo shows a gray kitchen sink made of artificial stone, equipped with one wing.

Corner

This system, not only fits perfectly into small kitchen rooms, but also gives the atmosphere a special fashionable surroundings. Corner sinks are considered less spacious, but at the same time quite functional.

With two bowls

Double sink or two-bowl, differs in capacity and very convenient operation. For example, one bowl can serve as a place to defrost food or store dirty dishes, and the second always remain free to use. Bowls can be located one after another or in one line.

One and a half bowls

It has one large bowl, complemented by a small section, which may have sufficient width, but not be deep.

In the photo there is a kitchen set decorated with an artificial stone sink for one and a half bowls.

Narrow

They are very compact, practical, highly functional and become an excellent option for a small kitchen.

Custom shape

Such non-standard kitchen sinks made of artificial stone, are an atypical solution for creating a unique interior. Such designs, in terms of operational and practical qualities, are no different from standard products, but have a more refined and original design.

Trapezoid

This configuration is equally well suited for both traditional and corner placement, which is as comfortable as possible.

In the photo there is a beige kitchen sink made of artificial stone, made in the shape of a trapezoid.

What color are the sinks?

The hue palette of products is wide enough, it can include green, red, pink, brown, beige, wenge and other most diverse colors. Below are the most popular and popular ones.

Black

It combines high functionality and aesthetic beauty, has a slightly austere design and a truly sophisticated appearance.

White

Due to the use of a white kitchen sink, the atmosphere acquires a fashionable, stylish and rich look and looks much fresher.

Pictured is a round-shaped kitchen sink made of white artificial stone.

Beige

It is a universal and classic version that blends harmoniously with any interior design.

Gray

This color has an unlimited potential for effects, allows you to visually make the surface of the product glossy, matte, silky or velvet.

Green

Such a decorative element will undoubtedly refresh and revitalize any environment, adding unusualness to it.

Terracotta

It is considered an unusual design solution that fills the kitchen space with new colors and harmony.

Photo sink in the interior of the kitchen

For the decor of the kitchen, you can choose a sink in one style solution with a common design. For example, the combined sink, countertop and window sill having the same design will look as harmonious as possible.

In the photo, the interior of the kitchen with a sink washer made of artificial stone of a light shade.

Modern kitchen products have a truly attractive look and perfectly blend into the surrounding space, giving it character and uniqueness.

In the photo there are sets in the interior of the kitchen, equipped with a small square sink.

You can add special style and gloss to the kitchen with the help of fashionable plumbing novelties, in the form of a chameleon-colored sink with interesting overflows or models with sparkles.

The photo shows a sink made of artificial stone, integrated into the countertop of the kitchen unit in the interior.

Which sink is better than stainless steel or artificial stone?

Comparison table of the difference between artificial stone and steel models.

Care Tips

Some tips on how to care for your faux stone kitchen sink:

• The surface of the artificial stone is best wiped with a soft sponge or cloth that will not scratch the product.
• To clean the kitchen sink, you must use detergents that do not contain chlorine and abrasives.

Photo gallery

A kitchen sink made of artificial stone is not only convenient to use, but it is also an excellent interior addition, which, due to its different design and color palette, can add an atmosphere of unique color and beauty.