Rolltop sinks may look superficially like topmounted sinks but have no cutout in the worktop at all as the sink tray runs right from front to back fully replacing the worktop.
Granite worktop sink.
An inset sink is a sink the sits on top of the granite worktop complete with draining board.
Kitchens with ranges do without hobs but everyone needs a sink and there is no better way to show off your solid stone than the classic undermount.
A relatively uncommon type they offer maximum surface area for work and drainage handle water really.
But it s important to know that many common household cleaning products can damage your countertops over time leaving them dull and streaked.
Granite countertops are one of the most beautiful kitchen or bath additions you can make.
They are naturally bacteria resistant and most are sealed to prevent stains.
Inset sinks are installed from above into a pre prepared hole in your worktop which can be laminate wood or solid surface.
Most undermount sinks have a 1 inch flat rim that sits flush against the granite s underside.
Your inset sink can be a stainless steel sink granite sink ceramic sink or synthetic sink.
They are supported by the kitchen units although there may also be a flange overlapping the worktop to the sides.
The hole for the sink has to be cut out of the granite as well as the taps so you need to ensure you know what sink and tap you are going to have before the granite is cut to size and with the cut outs required.