I recently learned about undercounter sinks and I'm curious why they aren't the standard for all kitchen sinks. Is it a matter of cost, installation complexity, or personal preference?
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I love my drop-in sink! It allowed me to keep my old Corian countertops while replacing a failing sink. We cut out the old one, dropped in a new stainless sink, and it looks fantastic. I get the appeal of undermount sinks, but they aren't compatible with all countertop materials.
Undercounter sinks generally require stronger countertops, which makes them more expensive. Plus, the installation process is a bit more complicated, leading to extra costs.
Should've known, money is the answer to almost everything.
Many folks prefer drop-in sinks because they're cheaper and easier to install. If they're not put in correctly, a regular sink is less likely to fall out. The aesthetics of undermount sinks are nice, but they also come with more maintenance concerns.
Exactly! We replaced an old cast iron sink with a quartz one and saved money while having more space now. It's incredible how much easier it is to fit bigger items like cookie sheets!