For kitchen sinks, I believe everyone will be familiar with them. It is one of the essential items in the kitchen, and it is inseparable from brushing pots, dishes, and vegetables.
Because there are many shortcomings of traditional sinks, with the improvement of people's living standards, traditional sinks are becoming less and less popular. Many smart people choose a new type of sink design, which is not only beautiful and functional, but also saves space.
1. Why are traditional sinks not popular?
1. It is easy to fall off and leak
There are 3 types of sinks: countertop basins, countertop basins, and undercounter basins. Among them, the countertop basin is the least practical, the Taichung basin is in the middle, and the undercounter basin is the best.
The sink is glued to the bottom of the countertop stone, which is fixed entirely by glue. However, over time, the glue will oxidize. In addition, the sink bears weight for a long time, and it is easy to fall off and leak.
In order to reduce the load-bearing weight of the sink, many people will install a support rod at the bottom of the sink when installing the sink to alleviate the possibility of the sink falling off. However, if you do so, you will have less space in the cabinet at the bottom of the sink.
2. Waste of bottom space
We have mentioned above that in order to support the sink, many people will install support rods underneath. In addition to this, there are drains, faucet hoses, drains, and many more underneath the sink. These things will take up most of the space under the sink.
If you want to install small kitchen treasures, garbage disposers, water purifiers and other electrical appliances, you will soon be unable to squeeze out the space. For families with compact kitchens, it's a shame that the space at the bottom of the sink can't be fully utilized.
3. The glass glue is moldy
The edges of the sink are sealed with glass glue, but the sink is where the water is used. The area around the sink is often damp, and the glass glue is prone to mold. It is necessary to remove mold regularly, or re-apply glass glue.
In order to slow down the rate of mold, after using the sink, try to wipe the moisture on the glass glue with a dry rag or paper towel. And the quality of glass glue should be well controlled, which can also reduce the probability of mold of glass glue.
Once the glass glue is moldy, in addition to re-applying the glass glue, you can also use [mold removal gel] to remove mold. Apply evenly to the moldy glass glue and wait about 2 hours. Rinse with water or wipe it off with a rag to easily eliminate black spots and mildew.
4. The size is not enough
There is no distinction between single sinks, and it is more inconvenient to use the same sink for washing pots and dishes, vegetables, meat, and fruits.
The double sink has partitions, but both sinks are relatively small, and it is difficult to fit the iron pot in. Brushing the pot on top of the sink is not only troublesome, but also easy to splash.
2. Smart people do it
Because the previous sink products are relatively simple, even if the traditional sink has a lot of shortcomings, there is no choice, so you can only use it.
However, with the introduction of integrated sinks, it is becoming more and more popular. As a result, traditional sinks are slowly becoming obsolete.
3. What are the advantages of integrated sink?
The main reason why integrated sinks are so popular is that they avoid many of the pain points of traditional sinks. Now, let's take a look at what advantages it has.
1. Complete functions
In addition to being a sink, the integrated sink is also equipped with a knife holder, cutting board, water filter basket, drying rack and other designs. It doesn't need to be installed separately, it's easy to use, and it can also save space as much as possible.
In addition, the bottom of the sink can also be equipped with dishwashers, disinfection cabinets and other electrical appliances to improve space utilization and smoother operation.
2. Strong and non-leaking
The integrated sink is made of high-quality stainless steel, quartz stone and other materials. It has the characteristics of strong and durable, corrosion resistance, wear resistance and long service life.
In addition, the countertop and sink are formed in one piece, with no seams. Therefore, there is no cracking, water leakage, etc.
3. There is no problem of mold
The countertop stone and sink with integrated sink are formed in one piece, and there is no need to make glass glue at all. This avoids the problem of mildew caused by moisture, makes it healthier and more hygienic to use, and also reduces the daily cleaning work.
4. More space-saving
Thanks to the compact design of the integrated sink and careful optimization, you can maximize the space in your kitchen without worrying about waste.
In addition, the cabinet space under the sink is not wasted, so you can make more efficient use of kitchen space.
5. The size is larger
Compared to traditional sinks, integrated sinks are larger in size. Basically, all kitchen utensils can be easily cleaned in the sink.
6. Diversified styles
Integrated sinks come in a variety of styles and shades to suit a wide range of styles. Simplicity, fashion, and a sense of luxury can all be presented, which can improve the overall effect of the kitchen while being practical.
Summary at the end of the article
Whether it is function, space utilization, durability, aesthetics and other aspects, it is only a matter of time before traditional sinks are replaced by integrated sinks. However, the price of an integrated sink will be quite more expensive than a traditional sink. Before you choose, it is best to start from your own economic situation and make a choice that suits you.