Stainless steel sinks

Stainless steel shells are relevant for any kitchen interior design. They are perfect for a particular Minimalism and meet all the requirements of the High-tech, it is appropriate to fit into the Vanguard if performed in a non-standard form. Of course, no less spectacular and organic will look in the style of the Modern or even in the Country or Provence, if they have an elegant, but at the same time simple design. You can not miss and practical side - stainless sink for the kitchen has an incredible amount of positive characteristics. But all the merits can be assessed only if the model of such plumbing is correctly selected and the competent operation is debugged.

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Criteria for selecting stainless steel sinks

There are no special difficulties in choosing stainless steel sinks. It is enough to adhere to the same criteria that are relevant when choosing a shell from any other material.

Significant factors are:

1. Quality of the material.
2. Method of manufacture.
3. Dimensions and functionality.
4. Manufacturer.
5. Texture and design of the sink.
6. Installation method.

Important! In order not to get lost among all the modern variety of equipment on the market, it is enough to be guided when choosing a brand for the company whose products you have already checked on personal experience before and trust. If you still do not have your own preferences, take note of the list of the most reliable manufacturers, whose stainless steel shells are in constant demand:

• Blanco;
• Schock;
• Eisinger;
• Telma;
• Plados;
• Kohler;
• Reginox;
• Stala;
• Franke;
• Elleci;
• Teka.

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Quality of the material at the core of the

Many believe that in order to manufacture stainless steel sinks, manufacturers use only certain steel grades. This opinion is not entirely true.

A quality alloy suitable for making a stainless steel sink in the kitchen for maximum long-term use can not simply, but necessarily include other elements. These include:

• nickel;
• chrome.

Important! Classic models of quality quality sinks include at least 18% chromium particles and about 8% nickel. If you see higher values ​​of the chrome-nickel alloy content on the package of the model you like, and the reputation of the manufacturer does not cause you any doubts, you should know that you have chosen a high-quality product. It is worth taking it.

The second parameter by which it is easy to determine the quality of the sink you are offering is the thickness of the material. The indicators vary in the range of 16-22 calibers.

Important! It is better to choose a shell with more thickness, as it will be more reliable, stronger, less prone to dents, and the noise background of the metal will be much lower.

Check the quality of the wash yourself

Folk craftsmen who do not trust the words of managers and sales consultants whose sole purpose is the desire to sell you a more expensive model have adapted to personally check the quality of steel. To do this, you only need to arm yourself with a small magnet and guide them through the car wash. The result will be obvious - the high-grade steel magnet will slide easily.

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Manufacturing technologies

Considering stainless steel sinks for the kitchen in own house, it is not superfluous to know a little about the technologies for manufacturing such sanitary fixtures. Modern manufacturers produce mainly 2 kinds of washers:

1. Stamped. Such stainless sinks are made of a single sheet of steel. Due to this, seams are basically absent, which of course is an undoubted advantage. But usually these are shallow models that are not always practical and convenient, especially if you have a large family and everyone likes to eat a lot. The second point, which causes a low price for stainless steel sinks, is the risk of uneven thickness of the material, which adversely affects the duration of operation.
2. Welded. In these sinks the stitches will be present. But any model of such a stainless steel shell will be much more expensive. This is due to the fact that the material for manufacturing is used more uniform and thick. Important is the design - by connecting several elements you can create a sink, even a very bizarre shape.

Important! Having chosen a welded type product, select the manufacturer's products with a good reputation. Otherwise - your very original externally washing can already half a year later crawl and give a leak.

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Texture

Despite the fact that stainless steel is metal, a stainless steel sink can have both a glossy and a matt surface. This is achieved by the quality and duration of polishing.

To decide which model will be more appropriate in your interior, consider the following:

1. The gloss glossy mirror, of course, gives more gloss to the whole interior, but also care for it will require a lot of effort. In addition, if there is a relief pattern, you can not do without special tools during the cleaning process. And scratches and any other, even the smallest defects will be immediately noticeable.
2. Matte stainless steel sinks are often more expensive, especially if you have chosen an elite model with an unusual texture. But even the budget option will be more simple and convenient to handle.

Important! Consider not only the texture, but also the dimensions, the number of bowls in the sink, its depth. Correctly chosen parameters will allow you to easily and quickly wash all the dishes, even after a large-scale home feast.

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Mounting method

By the installation method, there are 3 types of such sanitary products:

• mortise;
• waybills;
• hanging.

Important! What kind of stainless sink in the kitchen to choose, decide for yourself, based on what type of headset you have collected and how much free space you have available. An additional criterion is the design of the sink. If you bought an exclusive model with an unusually attractive shape and decor - there is no need to hide it in the thickness of the cabinet.

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Pros

In conclusion, we present a few undeniable advantages that you will certainly be able to appreciate after choosing and installing a quality stainless steel sink. The most important are:

1. Affordable price - to afford such a plumber can even those who have an extremely modest budget.
2. High threshold of resistance to corrosion and impact with relative ductility. Due to this, the dishes are likely to remain intact after they fall into the sink.
3. Ease of care. Steel perfectly withstands the impact of any chemicals, and thanks to a smooth surface, dirt from it is removed very easily. To look after a stainless steel sink quickly, just pick the right tool.
4. High threshold of heat resistance. In such a sink it is possible to put even a heated frying pan with burnt meat - it will not be damaged from this. As a rule, stainless steel sinks withstand temperatures up to 1450 ° C.

Important! Of course, thin steel models will be quite noisy, which is their main drawback. But even in this case, when buying a very cheap washing, the situation can be easily corrected - make insulation at least with mounting foam and a strong screen when washing the dishes will not.

Now you know about all the subtleties of the choice of sinks from steel and for sure you can easily figure out what you take for your kitchen. Equip your kitchen functional and practical, so that everyday routine work - dishwashing, has become a pleasant experience for you.