I apologize. Posted to wrong forum. Should be in Kitchen.

" I understand that the Franke sinks are not identical in size. Is that going to pose a problem if I have the sink replaced? " No. "Also, I saw that there is a repair kit. Do you know if it works for cracks as well a scratches and if it does the job or is replacing the sink the best option?" Repair kits won't work. You need replacement. " My contractor says it is too risky to try to replace the sink." His is mistaken. " Apparently, you know something that he does not." I've done several hundred sink replacements; virtually all without removing the countertop. " Will you contact me at the email above so we can discuss this problem." Joseph Corlett, 248-842-5693, loosedeckcannon@gmail.com "What about refinishing the sink like they do bathtubs?" Go ahead, set your money on fire. These folks did before they called me:

I have had one in since December 07 and absolutely love it. It is probably one of my most favorite things from the remodel. I have had no problems and it is very easy to keep clean. I would definatley get the stainless grid. it allows for more everyday use without being so fearful of things banging the bottom. The size is great and can fit anything in to hand clean. With the grid I also use it to air dry things since air can circulate around it. Good Luck.

@Deana I totally get It! I have my drying dish rack in my sink so it actually ended up working out better for me. I wash on the left, I also have a small tv under my left cabinet to watch while I’m washing dishes and I put the clean dishes to the right. I do have to take out the rack and rinse out the entire sink since food does stay under the dish rack (which rests on top of the grid) but it’s not a big deal at all. It is also convenient having the drain on the side when I wash my dishes that have touched raw meat. Im a nut job when it comes to cross contamination so it worked out wonderfully. The grid also helped with that because the dish rack is resting on top and I carefully pour out the raw juices through the drain hole and no dirty water touches the grid/dish rack/dishes. Love everything about it. My sister has had the single bowl Franke for a few years now and she loves it! Have you seen the Rohl and the Franke in person? My husband and I made our decision after seeing them in person. Sales person said we can’t go wrong with either one but the look and feel of the Rohl definitely won us over.