The Helpful Guide to Choosing the Perfect Sink for Your Home

Ryan M. Grambart
Founder & CEO - CopperSmith
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Ryan M. Grambart

Sinks are important fixtures in our homes. They provide us with a place to wash our hands, clean dishes, or even take a bath.

Some sinks are constructed from stainless steel, copper, brass, cast iron, and other metals. Others are made from glass, ceramic, porcelain, stone, and wood. There are also various types of sinks, such as undermount, wall mount, pedestal, basin, freestanding, countertop, kitchen island sinks, and the list goes on. Each type serves a different aesthetic or practical purpose. If you're choosing a sink for your home, you'll want to consider the intended use, the available space, and the desired aesthetic before making a final decision. 

6 Cool and Unique Sinks

Let us look at some unusual and stylish sinks that could be perfect for your home. All of our sinks are fully customizable and handcrafted to fit your personal sense of style.

1.  Farmhouse DW Workstation Sink

copper workstation sink

This double-bowl sink is available in a copper finish with a smooth texture and is fully customizable in terms of dimensions, drain type, and drain positioning. The drying rack on this sink can be quickly and easily detached and converted into a cutting board ledge. In addition, its extraordinary form makes it ideal for use on kitchen counters, where it can drain excess water without taking up too much room. It has its own dedicated workspace, which can be customized to suit your needs. The sink is made from 100% recycled copper. Have a detailed look at our Farmhouse DW - Workstation Sink, which is totally customized to your specifications. From the size of the sink to the feel of the surface, you will have a lot of options to choose from.

2. Farmhouse SW Workstation Sink

farmhouse sink

With a smooth, copper finish, this double-bowl sink comes with a detachable drying rack that doubles as a cutting board ledge. It features high-end artistic finishes and offers unparalleled adaptability. You can customize the Farmhouse SW - Workstation Sink by choosing the size, finish, metal, and even the texture of the sink's interior bowls. Handcrafted with beautiful copper and careful attention to detail, this sink is suitable for the heaviest of loads. It has a living finish that will improve with age and needs no upkeep for a very long time. Sink bowls are only available in a limited number of living finishes, but the apron that faces the sink can be ordered in any of those finishes. There are several different types of sink drains to choose from as well.

 

3. Rectangular Vessel Bathroom Sink

vessel copper sink

Our copper Rectangular Vessel Bathroom Sink combines timeless elegance with modern simplicity and high-quality construction. With its high-quality and handcrafted conception and construction, this bathroom feature will serve you well for many years to come. This metal vessel sink is made from high-density, all-natural materials that have been individually hand-hammered to ensure the highest possible level of quality and durability. You may notice some slight variations in the final product, but this is to be expected since each item is handcrafted using hammered copper. This means that there is an individual quality to each sink and that no two sinks are the same.

4. Bar SW Workstation Bar Sink

 

polished brass sink

Looking for a new take on bar sinks? You can't go wrong with our Workstation Bar Sink. It allows you to bring stunning, high-quality style to your household while trying to maintain the functional use of an item built for contemporary spaces. This brass workstation sink is a beautiful and practical addition to your kitchen, as it is crafted from high-quality materials and comes with a drying rack. The sink's brass construction will continue to serve its purpose for a long time to come while also providing exceptional ease of use and a graceful aging experience. This hand-hammered brass bar sink will last for years while adding functionality and style to your home. You can be confident in the superiority of this sink's design and build quality.

5. Undermount DB Metal Kitchen Sink

polished stainless steel

 

Our Undermount DB Metal Kitchen Sink is made with lead-free materials that age exceptionally well. This double-bowl undermount sink is both stylish and practical, creating a faultless edge between your counters and the sink itself. You can go with a textured style or a sleek contemporary one. This customizable sink is long-lasting and eye-catching, so give it some thought for your next kitchen sink upgrade. 

 

6. Semi Convex Farmhouse Kitchen Sink

 

rounded farmhouse

In terms of versatility, nothing beats the Semi-Convex - Farmhouse Kitchen Sink. It features luxurious artistic finishes and is outfitted with a quick-release drying rack that also serves as a cutting board ledge. This single-bowl sink is custom-made to your exact measurements. You can also choose your faucet end, metal, and material preference. Stunning copper and painstaking craftsmanship characterize this heavy-gauge, hand-made farmhouse apron sink. It has a living finish that will improve with age and needs no upkeep for a very long time.

Even though there may be a limited number of available living finishes for the sink bowls themselves, the front apron is offered in all of them, and there are a variety of drain configurations to choose from.

Learn about Different Types of Sinks for Your Home

Sinks come in two main forms: open and closed. Water drains from an open sink due to its bottom having holes or slits. Closed sinks don't have these openings. Instead, they usually have a drain hole near the base.

Open sinks are typically found in bathrooms and kitchen areas. These are often called tubs or basins. The advantage of an open sink is that it allows air to circulate around the water. This keeps the area dry and prevents mold growth. Closed sinks are commonly found in laundry rooms and utility closets. They are also known as washbasins. Since these sinks don't have air holes, they tend to get very dirty over time.

Kitchen sinks

Kitchen sinks have large drains that collect water from the faucet and drain it away into the sewer system. Kitchen sinks also come equipped with a strainer basket that helps prevent food particles from clogging the pipes. While these drains are essential to keeping your home plumbing running smoothly, they can become a breeding ground for bacteria and germs.

Kitchen sinks are usually where food waste goes after being cooked. But unfortunately, they also collect grease from cooking and other things that go down the drain. When these items sit in the sink too long, they start to smell bad and attract pests such as flies and roaches. The good news is that cleaning them out once or twice a week should take care of the problem.

Bathroom sinks

Bathroom sinks are often overlooked. They don't get much attention until they start leaking or breaking down. Plumbing issues cost the typical homeowner about $1000.00 a year. That's why it pays to get a high-quality model for your bathroom.

Bathroom sinks are designed to store water and other cleaning supplies. This helps prevent leaks and spills, which saves you time and money. In addition to outlasting standard kitchen and laundry sinks, their low maintenance demands extend their lifespan. A wide range of sink sizes and shapes are available for the bathroom.

Some are designed to look good, while others are meant to function well. It would be wise to go for the most basic version if you are on a tight budget. However, a high-end model is the way to go if aesthetics are a top priority.

Thanks to modern trends, such as sleek designs and natural materials from natural resources, for example, ceramic bathroom sinks are taking over the home decorating scene. In addition to being functional, bathroom sinks are beautiful additions to any bathroom.

Outside sinks

Outdoor sinks are becoming more common in modern homes. They offer homeowners several benefits over indoor sinks.

Outdoor sinks are designed specifically for outside use. These sinks are usually installed outdoors near the house or garden area. These sinks last a long time, which is their main advantage. In addition, unlike indoor sinks, they don't require regular maintenance.

There are various types of outdoor sinks. Some are made especially for certain tasks, like washing hands, doing the dishes, or watering the plants. At the same time, others serve more than one function. These types of sinks are designed to provide extra space for water to drain away from the sink after washing hands or dishes. They also add style and functionality to kitchen counters.

CopperSmith's Trendy Sink Collection

If you enjoyed reading this blog and are excited to start planning a cool home renovation project, you are at the right place. At CopperSmith, we put in a lot of effort to ensure the quality of every component of your handcrafted finished product.

We prefer to work with thick steel metals because they are durable and attractive after finishing. We ensure that your product will look great and perform flawlessly by using only high-quality accessories. We strive to reduce our environmental impact as much as possible, which is why we give recycled materials top priority and are always looking for new ways to reduce our carbon footprint. If you need a new sink for your newly renovated kitchen, be sure to peruse our selection. You dream it, and we'll create it and ship it to you.

Give one of our CopperSmith sales consultants a call today to find out more.

September 24, 2022