Content
- 1 Appointment
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2 Installation
- 2.1 Choice
- 2.2 Mounting
- 2.3 Connection
- 3 Conclusion
A sink is an integral part of every kitchen. It is simply necessary in the process of cooking and cleaning dishes from residues. At the same time, you can see in stores special double sinks for the kitchen, which are quite often used in production and cause a lot of questions from ordinary people.
A simple photo of a double sink
Appointment
- In the food industry, these devices are used for different stages of food preparation, separating fish, meat and vegetables.
Also in restaurants and other food outlets, they are used to wash dishes in several stages. - Modern housewives have also found applications for such technical solutions. Standard kitchen double sinks are used when washing dishes, separating dirty from the soaking process and clean from rinsing.
- Since quite often stainless steel is used as a material for production, which is well washed and resistant to dirt, one of the sections is used for cleaning and washing vegetables and fish.
- If the house does not have a dishwasher, then you can put dirty dishes in one sink so that in the second it can be washed without risk, clogging the drain.
Thus, we can safely say that kitchen double sinks are the right choice when organizing a workspace in the kitchen. At the same time, the reviews of many housewives indicate that such a device is simply irreplaceable and is a good help when working.
Advice!
When choosing this type of kitchen device, it is necessary to pay attention to the fact that the water drain is organized in both sections. This will save users from problems during operation.
Practical application of the second washing section when working with vegetables and fruits
Installation
This process consists of several stages that are directly related to each other and affect not only the appearance, but also the performance.
The simplest version of an overhead sink
Choice
- First of all, it should be noted that double kitchen sinks come in different sizes and mounting methods. Among them, the most popular are mortise and overhead.
- The cut-in device is mounted in a hole made in the countertop, and is located in its center, without going over the edge.
- The overhead sink is also installed in a hole in the slab, but at the same time its edges capture all the material, which implies the use of a simple chipboard sheet, instead of more expensive materials.
- There is also a double corner kitchen sink, which occupies a place in accordance with its name and is able to solve design and technical problems with problem areas.
Corner sink with two sections and additional niche made of stainless steel
- Special attention should be paid to the material of manufacture. However, experts recommend purchasing kitchen sinks made of stainless steel.
- This material has proven itself to be excellent when working in a kitchen, due to its good resistance to moisture and mechanical damage.
The choice must be made in such a way that the double kitchen sink is not only practical and inexpensive, but also fits well into interior design of a concrete kitchen, since quite often it can be one of the most important elements in the composition.
Advice!
Small inset sinks look good in small kitchens, although overhead sinks can save you a lot.
Inset sink, double version
Mounting
- The installation method of the device directly depends on its type. However, in all cases it is necessary to first make a hole in the worktop.
- To do this, first, using a drill, holes are made around the perimeter, which are then connected using a saw or a hacksaw.
- Next you need install a kitchen sink and fix it in the way that the instructions for a particular model suggest.
- Finally, you can seal the gaps between the worktop and the device with a sealant.
Advice!
Do not neglect the indication of the instructions, even if they differ from those that were used when working with another sink.
The fact is that they are designed for a specific model and almost always have a practical justification.
Placement of a corner sink in a worktop
Connection
If the installation is done by hand, then you should use the instructions for connecting the mixer and siphon. These processes also have their differences associated with a specific model, but at the same time they have generally accepted rules that must be followed.
Washing on a special table
- First, it is necessary to install the crane, since it requires the use of bulky tools, and the previously mounted siphon will interfere with this.
- When the drain is organized, it is worth purchasing special clamps, the price of which is not very high, but when additional devices are connected to the system, they will help to solve a lot of problems.
- At the end of the installation, it is necessary to check the entire system for leaks and eliminate them by tightening all mounting elements.
Typical connection diagram for double sinks with a combined siphon and the organization of the overflow system
Conclusion
After watching the proposed video, we can conclude that in modern kitchens, the installation of a double sink is not an element of luxury, but a necessity caused by increased comfort and ease of use. It should be noted that the choice of these devices is so large and varied that everyone can choose them, regardless of the size of the room and the dimensions of the furniture.
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