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Most durable brand of stainless steel kitchen sink?

4 years ago

Hi everyone,

I'm looking for an apron front stainless steel kitchen sink that stays shiny, doesn't accumulate a lot of dirt and is super durable. My last sink which was destroyed after a fire was not a good brand as it started to look almost dark grey after awhile, scratched easily and did not maintain sheen after cleaning/ polishing. I have a small kitchen also so nothing longer than 30" in length. But really I'm looking for brand recommendations. Any input would be appreciated. Thank you. =)

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Joseph Corlett, LLC

4 years ago

And worth every penny. The amount of time it took to get to that finish, and I can see it from an interwebby picture, is considerable. I install some $169.00 Chinese brushed stainless steel sinks that are fine functionally, but nothing compared to that beauty.

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Isaac
4 years ago
All stainless steel scratches, if that is what you are trying to avoid when you say you want something that "stays shiny.". And all stainless steel is very durable as long as it isn't too thin. As for dirt, what do you mean? Stainless doesn't stain, so how dirty it is depends entirely on how well it is cleaned.
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Joseph Corlett, LLC
4 years ago
I don't think stainless steel is right for you.
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Lorie Nieva
Original Author
4 years ago
Well my parents have a "Franke" brand stainless steel sink. They've had it for over 10 years and it looks amazing compared to the one I had for half the time.
raee_gw zone 5b-6a Ohio
4 years ago
last modified: 4 years ago
I have been happy with my Blanco sink (in place since late 2013), but it never had a shiny finish to begin with... it is satin. It does have scratches, which I expected.

Franke still makes sinks and has a 30" farmhouse model.
Isaac
4 years ago
Amazing in what way?

Others have commented here in previous threads that belt buckles will scratch stainless apron front sinks, so if you or others in your home wear belts that is something to consider.

I don't know if any way to avoid scratching the inside of the sink, but over time the scratches blend together and don't stand out. Our 60+ year old sink looks great.
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Lorie Nieva
Original Author
4 years ago
lol @ Isaac. I will have to take a pic and upload it here. Overall for a 10 year old sink it just looks great.
sushipup1
4 years ago
When you shop, remember that stainless steel gauge is heavier with the lower number. A 20 gauge sink will be a lot thinner than an 18 gauge, and 16 will be the best.
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Lorie Nieva
Original Author
4 years ago
Thank you sushi!!! Super helpful.
Lorie Nieva
Original Author
4 years ago

This is my parents sink. 10 years old. “Franke” brand
wdccruise
4 years ago
This Kraus KHF200-30 is well-regarded by owners on Build and Home Depot and is reasonably-priced at $350.
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Sammy
4 years ago
I think you’d be very happy with this:

Franke Manor House Single Bowl Kitchen Sink with Apron Front - 30”
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Lorie Nieva
Original Author
4 years ago
Ahh thank you Sammy ❤️❤️❤️
Lorie Nieva
Original Author
4 years ago
Thank you also wddcruise
Lorie Nieva
Original Author
4 years ago
💯💯💯
M Miller
4 years ago
$1500 for that Franke sink! OMG
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Lorie Nieva
Original Author
4 years ago
Yes I saw that. Crazy right!
Lorie Nieva
Original Author
4 years ago
Thank you for your input Joseph.I appreciate it.

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