Recessed Sinks for the Kitchen and Bathroom

A recessed sink is a sink that is mounted below the countertop. These sinks can be used in a kitchen or bathroom and are popular for the clean look they help to produce. If you have discussed the possibility of a renovation of either your kitchen or bath with a professional, there is a good chance the contractor has suggested installing one of these recessed sinks.

Why are these sinks so popular? Well for starters, since the sink basin is entirely below counter-level, there is no lip sticking up along the edges. The counter goes right up to the point where the basin begins. Not only do many homeowners prefer the modern appearance that this provides, but it also is extremely convenient when cleaning your countertops. There is no more scrubbing around the edges of the sink. Any crumbs or debris on the countertop can be easily swept right into the sink or picked up with a wet cloth. You won’t have to worry about anything getting stuck in the seam around the sink.

Keep in mind that you will need a hard stone countertop for this type of sink to work. Granite, quartz, corian and marble are most frequently used with the recessed-style sink. Other types of countertops will likely not be able to support the weight of these sinks. If you want to install a basin to fit an existing countertop, you may need to choose carefully as not every sink will fit the same sized hole. A hole in your counter can be cut to fit a larger-recessed sink, but you’re not going to be able to get anything smaller than the sink you currently have. That is, unless you are willing to put in a brand new countertop.

Installing these sinks can be quite a challenge for the inexperienced homeowner, so professional help is definitely recommended. If you do decide to do it yourself, make sure to use a good silicon adhesive between where the sinks rests and the edge of the counter. You definitely don’t want to install the sink and find out later that it leaks. Even despite the occasional difficulty in installing these items, most customers find they are well-worth the effort. An undermount bathroom sink is a home improvement idea that many contractors are glad to recommend.