TOP 7 best artificial stone kitchen sinks: how to choose, pros and cons, reviews

Types and forms

Kitchen sinks are divided by material, shape, number of bowls, presence of surface around the sink, installation and location. Your kitchen can have either a porcelain sink or an enameled cast iron sink in a retro style. As for shapes, strict simple geometric shapes are popular (rectangle, square, circle, oval), but if you wish, you can find other original shapes of designer models.

TOP 7 best kitchen sinks

Let's get acquainted with the most popular models:

• Polygran F-17;
• GranFest Smart GF-SM430;
• AquaGranitEx M-56;
• Ulgran U-400;
• Blanco Zia 45S Silgranit PuraDur;
• OMOIKIRI Sumi 65;
• ZorG INOX X-7844.

Let's get to know each model better further.

Polygran F-17

The artificial stone sink has a square shape. It is customary to use this model in small kitchens, as well as in offices, as it remains silent under high water pressure. The sink has good strength characteristics and is resistant to mechanical stress. The surface of the sink is not afraid of household chemicals; the user will simply take care of it.

Price tag: 2,700-4,000 rub.

pros

• quality;
• wear-resistant;
• deep bowl.

Minuses

• looks like plastic.

After six years of use, no cracks or roughness appeared on the sink. The condition has not changed. Our mistake was buying a light-colored sink, which, of course, gets stained with yellow tap water. I saw negative reviews about this sink, but they do not coincide with my opinion. I think people just don’t take care of this installation, and that’s the result. I still recommend Polygran, and not analogues.

Polygran F-17

GranFest Smart GF-SM430

The sink is used in compact kitchens. The design uses a composite material combining quartz sand and binder resins. The weight of the product is 5.63 kg, which is a sign of the reliability and durability of the sink. The delivery set does not include a siphon.

Price tag: 1,700-2,100 rub.

pros

• modern design;
• not heavy;
• comfortable.

Minuses

• There is no mounting kit included.

Buy - I bought it, but I didn’t think about how to install it. In the end I used sealant adhesive. It seems to last for several months, nothing leaks or comes off. I like this sink better than the metal one. She doesn't get dirty. The mixer holds up well.

GranFest Smart GF-SM430

AquaGranitEx M-56

The spacious rectangular sink M-56, which has one bowl, is a model of a laconic shape with an impressive surface area around the sink. The sink combines technical ease of use and a modern type of shape.

Price tag: 4,200-5,400 rub.

pros

• convenient to care for;
• strong;
• no smell.

Minuses

• specks of color.

The material looks high quality, but this cheap grain ruins everything. The siphon from the kit is of poor quality. We threw out ours and ordered separately. Other companies do not supply siphons, but the prices are the same.

AquaGranitEx M-56

Ulgran U-400

The graphite-colored sink with a material thickness of 10 mm has an overflow hole located in the bowl. Modern manufacturing technology makes it possible to create a double-circuit surface with a rough bottom and smooth walls. This ensures that there is no slipping or splashing of water. The top layer of the material creates not only a decorative, but also a protective coating with antibacterial properties.

Price tag: 4,000-10,000 rub.

pros

• big bowl;
• the water does not drum;
• convenient use;
• There is a filter and a plug for the drain hole.

Minuses

• type of form.

I don’t aesthetically like the shape of the sink, but it can accommodate any pots and pans. I would like to mention the drying wing with grooves for its convenient location. The kit includes a siphon, sealant and a cutter for the faucet hole. My sink was installed by an assembler, and at his behest, we abandoned the original siphon and bought the one he recommended. Whether the original siphon would leak or not, I don’t know. We are happy with the wash!

Ulgran U-400

Blanco Zia 45S Silgranit PuraDur

The kitchen sink is a standard of modern design, the highlight of which is the abundance of straight lines. Along the perimeter we see a thin edging, and the wing has grooves for water drainage and a drain. The sink will decorate the kitchen interior. The material used (silk granite) is resistant to mechanical stress, as well as elevated temperatures. The advantage of the model is ease of maintenance.

Price tag: 9 00-17 000 rub.

pros

• spectacular design;
• deep;
• comfortable wing;
• the coating repels grease.

Minuses

• quickly loses its original appearance;
• capricious.

As soon as I saw it, I immediately fell in love with this champagne color. It suited my interior perfectly. I have a brown countertop in my kitchen. It took me a long time to select a shade so that the new kitchen would look harmonious. I recommend buying a faucet for this sink model with a spout length greater than 24 cm. I once purchased a 20.5 cm one, but it doesn’t even reach the middle. Now drops of water fall on the wall panel.

Blanco Zia 45S Silgranit PuraDur

OMOIKIRI Sumi 65

The sink is made of artificial granite. The surface of the material does not leave marks from impacts and scratches. The quality of the design allows the model to be used for decades without loss of aesthetic beauty and applicability. The composition of the acrylic resin used in processing the model contains silver ions. They prevent the growth of bacteria on the surface of the sink.

Price tag: 15,000-16,000 rub.

pros

• quality material.

Minuses

• not sold everywhere.

I bought this sink in my old apartment. Easy to use, looks good. My wife chose it, I’m surprised how she found such a good model. Good wash, I'm not going to change it!

OMOIKIRI Sumi 65

ZorG INOX X-7844

The sink is made of stainless steel 1.2 mm thick. It is suitable for any countertop, as the shape of the sink is universal. This form is convenient for work and maintenance. The natural color of the material will look harmonious in kitchens with different decor.

Price tag: 15,000-19,000 rub.

pros

• durable.

Minuses

• heavy.

A similar model can be bought cheaper, but my wife and I don’t like to choose for a long time. Stainless steel is a proven material in which we are confident. We hope that the sink will last a long time; we don’t like to do repairs.

ZorG INOX X-7844

Comparison of models

We compared the presented models in a general table of characteristics.

Conditions for installing sinks made of stone and stainless steel

There is nothing difficult in installing stainless steel sinks, but the stone is heavier and therefore more difficult to install.

It is recommended to first make a cardboard template according to the size of the sink, so as not to lift it again - this is fraught with damage, and there is a risk of dropping the weight.

Best lists

We present the best models on the podium by category:

• from artificial stone;
• made of stainless steel;
• sink with cabinet.

Made from artificial stone

Dalago 6 Silgranit PuraDur is one of the most popular models of artificial stone sinks. The Blanco brand specializes in high-quality kitchen sinks. The price for this sink is around 15,000 rubles.

Dalago 6 Silgranit PuraDur

Made of stainless steel

Ledeme L98060-6R is a classic representative of a stainless steel kitchen sink. The price for such a model is about 1,800 rubles. This sink will fit into any interior; it has a universal sink size of 80x60 cm, a drainer and a glossy surface.

Ledeme L98060-6R

Sink with cabinet

A sink complete with a cabinet is a rarity, but Aquatex offers an excellent model for 2,850 rubles. The design features a washbasin with a stainless steel sink. Installation color is silver.

Aquatex kitchen sink

Types of stone for washing

Several types of mineral rock are used as the main material for stone chips:

1. Granite. Granite chips are the most preferred option. Sinks made from this material are often stronger than similar products made from natural stone. The more granite chips the composition contains, the better the sink becomes. Along with this element, manufacturers can add quartz.

2. Marble. Products made from marble chips or, as some manufacturers indicate, from lithium marble are inferior in many characteristics to sinks made from granite chips. They tolerate mechanical stress much worse, as well as temperature changes. Over time, they lose color and become difficult to care for.
   When purchasing them, you should pay special attention to the composition; if polyester resins were used as a binding material, you should refuse to purchase such a product. The only plus of this type of sink is much cheaper than its granite counterparts.

3. Acrylic stone. The shells contain many components such as polymethyl methacrylate, acrylic resins, aluminum hydroxide, mineral particles and dyes. This type of sink has the lowest price among all types of sinks made of artificial stone and has a lot of disadvantages during operation.

Tips for choosing

Let’s determine what criteria you should use to choose a kitchen sink:

• Dimensions. The most common size of sinks is 70-80 cm by 50-60 cm. Their depth varies from 16 to 20 cm. 19 centimeters is the optimal choice.
• Material. The most popular is chromium-nickel alloy. For classic kitchens, sinks made of porcelain and ceramics are chosen. Stone products are the most expensive.
• The presence of wings. Sinks with additional surfaces are suitable for large kitchens.
• Form. Rectangular sinks are used for narrow countertops, triangular ones save space, and round ones are easy to clean.
• Number of bowls. One is suitable for equipping a small work area. More than two bowls will be needed for a large family.
• Design. Those who strive for beauty and elegance should take a closer look at the mortise models. For those who care about versatility and savings, go for overhead.

Bowls and their varieties

Sometimes the size of the sink is very important - in small kitchens, narrow countertops. In this case, a sink with sides is usually used. It is simply a bowl, along the perimeter or circumference of which there is a thickening or protrusion - a rim. The width of the side is several centimeters.

The second type is a kitchen sink with a work surface - a wing to the right or left of the bowl. Some models are “reversible”, meaning they can be installed either way. Also called a “wash with a wing”. They are interesting because you can lay out washed dishes on the surface, leave food, etc. The draining liquid ends up in the sink.

Kitchen sink with two bowls. Moreover, there are two options:

• both bowls are the same size (can be called a double sink);
• one bowl is larger, the other is noticeably smaller (in size and/or depth).

One and a half sinks - two bowls of different sizes

Two identical bowls can be used to wash dishes faster: one bowl contains soapy water, the other contains clean water for rinsing. The second option is also called a one-and-a-half sink. The second - a smaller vessel is used for defrosting food, for squeezing out excess liquid, etc. You can put a mesh (called a colander) in a shallow bowl, which increases functionality.

There are also kitchen sinks with two bowls and a wing. They are good for large kitchens. In principle, they can be used both under a window and on a long working wall.