skip to main content

Hollow fireclay farmer sink--a problem or not?

2 years ago

I've been hunting for a new farmer sink made of fireclay and I finally found EXACTLY what I was looking for: https://www.americanstandard-us.com/kitchens/kitchen-sinks/avery-33x20-inch-single-bowl-apron-sink-49952#

But I see in the installation drawings that it is hollow side-walled, not solid fireclay. Is that an issue?? I've seen other makers advertising their solid fireclay as a plus. American Standard seems like a solid name sinks, etc. so I imagine they would not put out an incredibly fragile product...?? That's the only thing missing from perfect. I'd love to find out it's not the biggest deal :)

Sort by:Oldest

Comments (3)

PRO
Joseph Corlett, LLC
2 years ago
I'm not a fireclay fan. It's delicate and irreparable.
aspen75
Original Author
2 years ago
Joseph Cornett, what white sink material is repairable? I have enamel over cast iron now, and assumed I was stuck with chips...interested to know! I do not want a stainless steel sink.
PRO
Joseph Corlett, LLC
2 years ago
You may be able to get a dent out of a stainless steel sink and you can certainly abrade away marks and small chips from solid surface sinks, however, a chip in fireclay is catastrophic. It is very ugly and unsanitary. You could keep some typing fluid on a chip in cast iron. The color in composite sinks goes all the way through, so they're bad, but not the end of the world.

Related Stories

KITCHEN SINKS Everything You Need to Know About Farmhouse Sinks

By Anne Ellard Design

They’re charming, homey, durable, elegant, functional and nostalgic. Those are just a few of the reasons they’re so popular

MOST POPULAR 19 Kitchen Projects Every Homeowner Should Know About

By Mitchell Parker

Could your kitchen use a new sink, a backsplash, updated hardware, better organization, a good cleaning? Here's how to get started

KITCHEN DESIGN 7 Steps to Pantry Perfection

By Christine Tusher

Learn from one homeowner’s plan to reorganize her pantry for real life

MOST POPULAR How to Get Rid of Household Mold

Find out how to work with a pro to stop mold from damaging your house and health — and how to prevent it from forming

KITCHEN DESIGN Kitchen Counters: Durable, Easy-Clean Soapstone

By Ivon Street Studio

Give bacteria the boot and say sayonara to stains with this long-lasting material that's a great choice for kitchen and bath countertops

LAUNDRY ROOMS Top 10 Trending Laundry Room Ideas on Houzz

By Laura Gaskill

Of all the laundry room photos uploaded to Houzz so far in 2016, these are the most popular. See why

DECLUTTERING How to Conquer Kitchen Counter Clutter for Good

By Laura Gaskill

Figuring out what’s taking over your work surfaces is half the battle

GREEN BUILDING Why You Might Want to Build a House of Straw

By Mariana Pickering (Emu Building Science)

Straw bales are cheap, easy to find and DIY-friendly. Get the basics on building with this renewable, ecofriendly material

LIFE Oh Yeah, There’s a Snake in the House

By Becky Harris

A Houzz contributor lives through her worst nightmare and comes out the other side with lessons learned and new footwear

SELLING YOUR HOUSE 10 Ways to Boost Your Home's Resale Value

By Laura Gaskill

Figure out which renovations will pay off, and you'll have more money in your pocket when that 'Sold' sign is hung

Sponsored

More Discussions

Kraftmaid Cabinet- warm white vs cottage

2

Shiloh rift sawn white oak cabinets in Straw

3

kitchen cabinet hardware

2

Thoughts on making galley kitchen more open?

21

mitered edge for danby marble island countertop

6