Apron front sink is also known as farmhouse sink because they can evoke period-style kitchen. This sink has a stylish panel in front and is available in both tile-in and undercounter models. Because of the unique installation, apron front sink is recommended that you have the sink on hand during cabinet construction.
Apron front sink is one choice for you who would like to have modern sink for your kitchen. Nowadays, you are able to find many kinds of apron front sink. They come in various designs, colors, and of course, prices, that suitable for your wish. They come in all forms, such as copper, stainless steel, granite, fireclay and bronze.
The most popular apron front sinks are made of copper. Copper apron front sinks should have rear corner drains because having a drain in the center of a sink is a complete waste of work area, even a rear center drain will not allow the user to place large items inside the sink without covering the drain. Once you have used a properly designed sink with a rear corner drain, you will never go back to the old fashioned center or rear center drain.
Some extensive ergonomic researches have found that a good apron front sink should have 8’’ deep since it is the most comfortable depth for an undermount sink considering a right rear drain. A right drain allows you to place just about anything flat down inside the sink without covering the drain. If you are working at the bottom of the sink (most of time) you will find a shallower sink to be more comfortable. Also remember that an 8’’ deep sink becomes 9 ½’’ deep when undermount.
An option of apron front sink is Hammered Single Bowl Apron Front. Hand hammered antique copper gives the sink a unique look and feel. Extra large bowl is great for large pots and pans. It also has 3 ½ ‘’ drain hole opening.
Another example of apron front sink is Kitchen Farmhouse Apron Front Sink-White Single 24. It is a single bowl, made of fireclay from Barclay. The top is 23 1/3’’ wide by 18 ¾’’ deep by 8 7/8’’ high. The base is 22 ½’’ wide by 18 ¾’’ deep by 8 7/8’’ high.
The basin interior of this apron front sink is 21 ¼’’ by 15 ¾’’. The inside is 8’’ deep and with a 1 ½’’ wall thickness. It has a 3 ½’’ drain hole, can be used with a garbage disposal. This apron front sink weighs approximately 100 lbs and it is recommended that you do not have your countertop cut or cabinet build until your sink has arrived to insure a proper fit.
Or you may be interested to have Hammered Double Well Farmhouse Copper Sink. The hand-hammered bowls of this sink offer a sharp contrast of shadows and highlights, making it not only a useful kitchen aid, but piece of art as well. This apron front sink is perfect for those who desire both functionality and aesthetics.
It is made for use in 36’’ cabinets with solid copper construction. Patina is applied with fire using genuine French hot process, so the color is engrained into the copper, not applied with wax. Luxury finish has been hand-polished and inside corners are rounded, making them easy to clean and ideal for everyday use. Sink bowls are pressed and contain no internal welds.