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Kitchen Sink Ideas

With creative ways to enhance a washing up area, these kitchen sink ideas offer inspiration for a practical and stylish feature. Whether rinsing fruit and veg or doing the dishes after dinner, we detail what to look out for when choosing a new bowl, including size options to suit every scheme. It also covers long-lasting materials, on-trend colours, and layout tips, giving homeowners the know how to make everyday tasks easier.

1. Ceramic style

Refresh a room with a white ceramic sink. @dustsheets_and_decor has used this non-porous design to create a more hygienic home.

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2. Smarten up with steel

See how @our.homerenovation has reinvented a professional set-up with a stainless-steel style, which is tough enough for the busiest cooking areas.

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3. Go for granite

Enhance a high-end interior by investing in a granite composite bowl – a premium feature that is scratch and stain-resistant for long-lasting appeal.

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4. Double up

Enjoy extra capacity for rinsing ingredients or washing dishes thanks to a double bowl, which will make daily chores and entertaining guests easier.

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5. Keep it compact

Maximise counter space in small schemes with a single bowl. This style frees up room for food prep and provides a practical spot for washing up.

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6. Add a little extra

Take @mollieking's lead and gain greater flexibility with a 1.5 design, which makes it easier to rinse dishes or prep veg without emptying the main bowl.

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7. Make it minimalist

Choose an undermount model, like @lustliving, where the basin sits neatly below the line of the counter, to reduce visual clutter for a minimal look.

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8. Bring in a butler

Introduce a classic butler bowl for a culinary layout with everlasting appeal. This design is deeper and wider than other styles - great for larger cookware.

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9. Stress-free style

Go for a composite sink, which has a hardwearing construction that can handle heavy use without scratching, staining, or heat damage.

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10. Be bold

Craft a statement scheme by picking a black bowl, which channels the trend for black accents and makes imperfections less visible.

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