Here are the most common choices you have when it comes to kitchen sink materials.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t
Cost, functionality and aesthetics should all weigh in when you select your sink material.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Pros:<\/strong> They are heat and stain resistant and are available in massive varieties<\/p>\n Cons:<\/strong> They are easily scratched, and show watermarks.<\/p>\n Choose one with a brushed or satin finish where the water marks and scratches will be less noticeable. Added bonus? Find one with a sound-absorbing pad at the bottom.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Cost:<\/strong> $100 to $800 is typical, but prices can go higher depending on gauge, size and mounting type.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div> Pros:<\/strong> They are attractive, durable, come in a variety of colours, and don't show water marks or scratches the way stainless does.<\/p>\n Cons:<\/strong> They are durable but can crack if mishandled.<\/p>\n Cost: <\/strong>$300+<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div> Pros:\u00a0<\/strong>They are highly resistant to scratches, staining and chipping with a easy cleanup.<\/p>\n Cons:<\/strong>\u00a0They come in limited sizes and colours, not friendly to dropped dishes, can stain if not properly cared for, fairly heavy.<\/p>\n Fireclay is entirely natural, and amazingly practical. A dirt-repellent finishing polish is applied which means that any mess, tea or red wine stains can be wiped with a little soapy water.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Cost:<\/strong> $400 to $1,000<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div> Pros:<\/strong> They are highly durable<\/p>\n Cons:\u00a0<\/strong>They are heavy, make sure your cabinets are structurally sound to provide adequate support.<\/p>\n Cost: <\/strong>$300 to $900+<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n
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Composite Granite<\/h4><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Fireclay<\/h4><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Cast Iron<\/h4><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
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