Kitchen sink: double or single is better

The sink is one of the most important items in the kitchen. Together with the stove and refrigerator, it forms the so-called triangle of the working area, on the basis of which the design of the room is based. It is in the kitchen that the housewife spends a significant part of her time. Therefore, such a criterion as convenience comes to the fore.

The range of kitchen sanitary ware on offer is so large that many women get lost when choosing a specific model. Which one to take: double or single? To understand, let's look at the pros and cons of options with one and two bowls.

Single basin

The most common model is the single bowl. We can say that we have become accustomed to it since childhood.

Reference! The usual design is complemented by a ribbed surface on which you can defrost meat, place washed dishes or fruits/vegetables for drying.

This addition can be located on any side: both on the right and on the left. There are also modifications where such surfaces are located on both sides of the sink.

Advantages

• Familiar (traditional) design that allows you to install a sink in any kitchen set.
• Small sizes to help save space.

Reference! A single sink is the most suitable solution for small spaces (6-8 m²).

• Wide model range offered by manufacturers.You can find a model tailored to your personal preferences.
• Price range: from economy class to luxury models.

Flaws

But, in addition to its advantages, such a sink also has one significant drawback. This is a small functionality.

For example, if you are defrosting meat, then washing dishes will be difficult. That is, it will not be possible to combine several things at the same time.

Double sink

This model exists in two versions.

1. The first one is also called a one-and-a-half sink: the additional bowl is smaller than the main one.
2. Second option: both capacities are equal.

Reference! The one-and-a-half size is more compact and combines the advantages of both options.

One and a half wash

A very popular and convenient model, according to housewives.

Advantages

• Like single, it is suitable for small kitchens.
• Allows you to perform multiple actions simultaneously. For example, washing dishes and defrosting a chicken carcass.
• Unlike the modification with two equal bowls, it is more affordable.
• Attention! There are models supplemented with a wing-surface, which increases the usefulness of the design during operation.

Flaws

The main disadvantage of this type is the inconvenience of installation, since not every drain mechanism or mixer is suitable for this design.

With two equal containers

Such a sink can provide maximum comfort when doing housework.

Advantages

• Both containers are quite deep, which ensures less splashing of water.
• Using dishwashing detergent in one part, you can rinse it in clean water in the other.
• The above advantages will reduce water consumption by 2 to 5 times.
• In addition to saving water, this design allows you to complete work several times faster.This is a good help in our dynamic age.

Flaws

Despite all the comfort, this model also has some disadvantages.

• Large area, increasing cleaning time.
• Requires more placement space.
• It is necessary to additionally purchase a special drainage device and a suitable mixer.
• High cost compared to other designs.

Advice! When choosing a double option, you should pay attention to the compliance of the design with the size of the room. It is better not to install such a design in a small kitchen.

Which sink to choose

To ensure that household chores in the kitchen do not cause discomfort, you should pay attention to several important points when choosing a sink.

• The size of the sink should be sufficient to easily accommodate not only plates and mugs, but also large items: pots and pans.
• The surface coating must withstand both high temperature (for example, when you drain boiling water from a pan of pasta) and contact with ice (when defrosting food).
• The material must be shockproof, since when soaping dishes, you may not be able to hold them in your hands. When it falls, it will hit the coating and an unsightly dent or chip may form at the impact site.
• An important condition is resistance to aggressive household chemicals.
• Easy to care for.

By assessing your needs and the features of different designs, you can choose the most suitable one for yourself.