Single Bowl

• has only one bowl
• ideal for situations where space is at a premium
• compact sizes

Double Bowl

• majority of modern kitchen sinks feature two bowls
• Double bowl sinks come in a wide array of configurations: 
  • two equally-sized bowls of the same depth,
  • two equal bowls of different depths,
  • unequal size bowls

Farmhouse

• a large forward-facing section that replaces a section of the counter
• also known as apron sinks
• traditional or country-style design
• available in single and double basin varieties
  • single bowl sinks are the most common
• farm sinks tend to be on the pricey side
• often require much more work to install than other sink types

Top Mount

• designed to be dropped into a hole in your counter top
• almost always have a rim or lip that hold the sink in place and creates a finished look
• also known as drop-in sinks–are relatively easy and inexpensive to install
• a good choice for do-it-yourselfers or people on a budget
• it’s easy for the area between the lip of the sink and the counter to accumulate scum and dirt

Undermount

• mounted underneath the counter
• the edge of counter drops off directly into the sink basin
• require more work to install
  • the sink must be glued to the underside of the counter
  • Stainless steel sinks are typically light enough to work with just glue,
  • heavier sinks (like cast iron or fireclay) need some sort of internal support system
• you’ll need to have holes cut into your counter top to install a tap