Single Bowl
- has only one bowl
- ideal for situations where space is at a premium
- compact sizes
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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
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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
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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
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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
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