I don't have the same Blanco model as you but I would not be without my grid for my silgranit sink but that's MO.

I have a Blanco super single in anthracite without a sink grid. I figured I could always order one after the fact and haven't felt a need to. We have only been using the sink since November, but it is very easy to rinse down with my sprayer and send everything towards the garbage disposal. No problems with scratching or anything else!

However, we do have a prep sink in the same color that we bought at Home Depot. It is supposed to be made by Blanco as well, but sold under a different brand name. This sink does not get as hard of use, but never looks as good as my super single. It always has a slightly cloudy, dull look. Our soapstone fabricators told us that some people rub the sinks with baby or mineral oil to keep them looking nicer, but I haven't tried it yet.

I have two metallic silgranits. Hate sink grids. My sinks look great!! You do not NEED a grid; it's pure preference.

Jamrock
Welcome back to GW!
You must be getting so excited.
We have about another 1 to 2 weeks until sink installation so I will want to know about your faucet placement ( remember we also ordered the blanco cascade)
I never had sink grids with my old double sink, but I also never stored any dirty dishes in my sink because I don't like to see or reach into dirty wet dishes.
I always have DW ready to accept dishes.
That being said, I did order the grids and the cascade comes with the side basket.

I have a Blanco super single in antracite with a center drain and garbage disposal.. I dont't use a grid because of the garbage disposal and I love my sink!!! The upkeep is so easy and I have never had a problem with draining hot pasta water into it...or putting a hot pan full of hot soapy water on the bottom of the sink. I am careful not to subject the sink surface to extreme changes in temperature right away . So far...wonderfully good!!!

Thanks to all who have replied so far & those upcoming. Amazing & I really do appreciate it - chris45ny, websitegirl, breezygirl, mabeldingeldine, a2gemini & cindyof4kids.

Chris45ny, all you can do is give me your opinion and I appreciate you taking the time to reply.

Westiegirl, glad to hear you have not felt the need to get a sink grid after 4 months. I must say that I am a little suspicious of the HD sink. We hear that often, about items not being the same from super stores - usually faucets & such.

Breezygirl, odd how we feel like we know you because we have heard & seen so much from you. I am especially glad you replied because I know you have the same metallic grey color as I do and I knew you didn't start out with a sink grid. I suspect I will hate them too, as I didn't care for them the few times that I washed at other people's sinks with grids & have hated things getting trapped under there & things not able to stand in the sink, etc.

Mabeldingeldine, glad to hear you have put that sink through a lot & super hot water to boot. Awesome news! Maybe the problem is in extremely cold areas? I am a little envious of the thought of your garden & even more envious of your chilies! Spicy, my favorite. I have a small outdoor deck where I grow flowers. Nowhere for veggies & such, but I still love tinkering in my little garden.

A2gemimi, I haven't forgotten you & I have been lurking late at night. I replied to your PMs so I hope you got my replies. My faucet is centered. You can PM me to see how I like it centered, as things will be too crazy for me to check GW daily. After I move back, I will have to furnish most of my place and I have a 3 year old keeping me very busy. Try me after the weekend - maybe next Tues and check if I have any thoughts on it. If you need an answer sooner, email away & I'll let you know. I expect chaos when I first move back because work is not completely done, but my husband is determined to go home.

Cindyof4kids, I too feel like the disposal & the grid combo will be an issue. Glad again to hear about the hot water stories.

So, my plan is to skip the sink grid and ride this pony bareback. If I find I need a saddle, I'll deal with it then.

Again, much thanks.

Jamrock

I have the Blanco Performa Medium in Anthracite. No sink grid for me. I don't think it is necessary. I am not worried about hurting the sink. I love the easy care of this sink and having a sink grid would mean having one extra thing to deal with.

I have the Blanco Silgranite Cascade in Metallic Grey...
Only in use for about a week. I do not have the grid. I thought I also would order it if I felt I needed it. I wondered last night though as I put a cast iron baker in to wash it. I didn't see any scrapes on the sink when I emptied it, so I guess I'll just forego it for now.
I did center my faucet over the drain rather that the center of the sink just because of the splash factor. As it is, the faucet extends farther than the drain so that didn't work out...not a problem, very little splash factor.

I have the super single in biscuit. No grid here. In fact, any little scuffs come right out with the scrubbie sponge OR just a spray of clean up. No need to scrub hard at all. Love the sink. The grid would really bother me and the depth of the sink is not an issue even though I am 5'7"

Jamrock. You have a lot on your plate. Back in touch next week.
Peony- would love to see a picture of your sink and faucet - do you have it posted or on photobucket?

I talked with a KD in Pennsylvania and he cracked 2 silgranite sinks, so as a precaution, I will run some hot water before pouring the pasta water down the drain.

Others have no problems. My guess, if made correctly, it won't crack

Thanks all.

I especially loved hearing the posts about "no sink grids" & the "I pour boiling water in my sink every day".

That' is because I don't really want to use a sink grid and I don't want to worry about the hot water, so validation is always nice. :-). Though, I know that everyone's experience is different.

A2gemini, it was to your hot pasta water story that I had referenced. I am sure I won't remember to run warm water first, but why not, if I remember? I am not looking for a headache.

a2gemini--I don't have a pic posted yet. I need to do that. I need to just sit down and figure that out.

My concern with having a grid is that things will float under there and I'll have to be lifting it to get at them etc...I don't want anymore frustration with a sink...making the decision which one to get was agonizing enough!

Peony -
Yuck!
That is why nothing is ever stored in my sink - I hate finding surprises - so I suspect the grids will disappear!
I was hoping they would keep the splash factor down.
Hope to see pictures soon - our sink should be installed in the next 2 weeks.
It is pretty easy to post pictures once you get the hang of it.
Photobucket and then copy the HTML code and drop into the message - it looks wierd until preview :-)
Jams - has your hair turned gray yet with all of the activity
Fortunately, I discovered better living through chemistry many years ago!