Shopping for a Bar Sink for Home Use

Small sinks called bar sinks can be very valuable in a busy home. They can add functionality to heavy traffic areas, or be installed where there is little space to work with.

A bar sink, also known as a wet bar sink or entertainment sink is s small sink, often round or square and made of either composite granite, stainless steel or copper. They are designed for home bar or entertaining areas or for use as an extra sink in a large kitchen. Bar sinks are also often installed as the primary sink in very small kitchens due their compact size. Both top mount and under mount bar sinks are available, and they are compatible with most if not all countertops.

Bar sinks make food prep easier and cleanup more convenient, particularly when they are installed as a secondary kitchen sink for use when the main sink being used for washing or soaking dishes. Bar sinks are also very practical for home entertaining when installed in high volume areas, like a patio or terrace or as part of a home bar. They are also very useful for very small kitchens where every inch of space matters like in a studio apartment. The smaller size makes installation pretty straightforward, and they’re usually installed close to the cook top or in an island countertop.

Bar sinks are available with one or two bowls, which are either top mount or under mount styles. A top-mount bar sink is also referred to as self-rimming or drop in. They are set into a cutout counter top and have a rim that prevents the sink from dropping inside the opening. These are easy to install and the rim provides a close seal to prevent leakage. With an under mount sink, the sink sits just beneath the counter top, and the edges of the counter where it is cutout to fit the sink are finished.

When buying a wet bar sink, consider the material it’s made from to ensure the choice is practical as well as visually appealing. Composite granite sinks are popular; they’re long lasting, scratch resistant and come in a wide range of colors. Stainless steel is lightweight, economical and is impact and stain resistant, but granite or other stone has a natural look. Stone sinks are heavy like cast iron, but they’re more durable than stainless steel and resist scratches.

Stone sinks require frequent cleaning due to their porosity. The depth of the sink depends on the space the customer has beneath the sink for plumbing. If the customer has lots of space, a deep basin can be accommodated, but where space is limited, consider selecting a shallow basin to ensure there is adequate space to install necessary plumbing. Bar sinks are like kitchen sinks in terms of the many options that can be used to customize the sink to client’s needs. When there is a shortage on counter space, some bar sinks can be fitted with custom cutting board covers and others are designed to accommodate drain baskets or colanders to make food prep easier. In addition to customized options for the basin, customers can select from a range of faucets and some bar sinks have additional cutouts to accommodate a sprayer or soap dispenser as well.

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