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Kraus vs Ruvati undermount Stainless Steel sink

2 years ago

Trying to decide between the Kraus Standart Pro and the Ruvati Gravena for my laundry room. I was going to get the Julien, but couldn't justify the expense for a sink that will be used mostly to bathe my dog. While the reviews are mostly very positive on both, I have read some issues with rusting which I don't want. Any experience positive or negative is appreciated. I'm looking for a large single bowl 10 inch deep sink. Other suggestions also welcome.

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fillmoe

2 years ago

We have installed Ruvati single-bowl kitchen sinks in the kitchens of our duplex; one unit is our home, plus a third one in a rental unit. I have never had a rust problem. I believe they're 18/10 stainless, which shouldn't ever rust. They are 16 gauge and well insulated. Love the sinks, but wish there was just a tiny bit more slope toward the drain, which might make them easier to keep clean. I am constantly sweeping debris from cooking and cleaning into the drain.

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lucky998877
2 years ago
I have 2 Kraus sinks, main and prep. Zero issues with either one after a full year of daily use.
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2 years ago
@lucky998877 - Thanks - good to know.
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Joseph Corlett, LLC
2 years ago
Rust in stainless steel sinks is topical contamination.
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2 years ago
@Joseph Corlett, LLC - From what - What should we avoid or not use?
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Joseph Corlett, LLC
2 years ago
Brillo pads, etc.
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2 years ago
Thanks, I will avoid Brillo pads - Will just use Barkeepers Friend.
vinmarks
2 years ago
I have 2 Kraus sinks going on 4 years in December. Absolutely no issues with either.
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Design Girl
Original Author
2 years ago
@fillmoe - Thank you, Good to know. FWIW, most people don't love that there is little slope to the more modern sinks. Since it's for my laundry room I don't have to worry about food. Just washing the dog and the occasional soaking of clothes.

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