Abstract: After the integrated sink first entered the kitchen appliance industry market, it has not been very recognized by end consumers because of its high price. However, with the rapid development of the integrated sink market, a dazzling variety of integrated sink brand products are becoming more and more popular among people. How to choose an integrated sink? Next, let’s learn how to choose an integrated sink. When purchasing integrated sinks, how to choose integrated sinks? How to choose integrated sinks
Integrated sinks are often the most overlooked among durable items in the kitchen. There is a European saying: Look at the living room and you will know the career achievements of the owner; look at the kitchen. , only then can we know the owner’s taste in life. This shows how much Europeans attach importance to the kitchen. As a place where the family communicates emotionally and tastes life, the kitchen plays an increasingly important role in Chinese families. To have a high-quality and efficient kitchen, the integrated sink plays a vital role in cleaning and cooking.
Purchasing integrated sinks, how to choose integrated sinks
1. Material of integrated sinks
Sinks are also called kitchen basins, and the material should be labeled 304 It has to be made of steel, because 304 steel has low carbon content, so the steel has good flexibility. It is no exaggeration to say that this kind of steel cannot be penetrated by ordinary pistol bullets. At present, the sinks of several brands entering B&Q all use 304 steel, and the thickness of the sink is generally 1.0mm.
2. Production methods of integrated sinks
There are two main ways to produce sinks. One is stamped with water flow at one time, and the other is welded. There are several methods including bottom tailor welding, middle butt welding, and wheel welding.
The sink made by one stamping is the first choice. It has good sealing performance, but the depth of this sink is not as deep as that of welding. Usually the depth does not exceed 18mm, while the depth of welding can reach 21mm, so customers Friends, if you want to choose a deeper sink, you must pay attention to the sealing degree of the welding.
3. Is there a protective coating on the bottom of the integrated sink?
A protective coating is added to the bottom of the sink to silence sound and prevent condensation. A better coating is to use mortar to spray the back of the sink as a whole. Ordinarily, a rubber gasket is attached to the bottom, which can also have a sound-quieting effect.
4. Integrated sink size
The length is not a problem to pay attention to, but the width is very important. The width should refer to the width of the countertop. The standard countertop width is 55cm and 60cm. , but everything is special. Most of the countertops in old houses are 50cm. The width of the sink selected for the 55cm countertop should be within 45cm. The width of the sink selected for the 60cm countertop can be installed as long as it does not exceed 50cm. However, the width of the sink selected for the 50cm countertop is relatively narrow, and the maximum width cannot exceed 41cm. This One point is very important.
5. Integrated sink installation methods
There are two types, above-the-counter and under-the-counter, so there are two types of sinks: above-the-counter basins and under-the-counter basins, which are generally It is made into a countertop type, but in recent years, the undercounter type has quietly become popular. The undercounter type is more beautiful and gives people a refreshing feeling. It is easier to take care of the countertop, but cabinet companies make more undercounter types. Charge processing fee. Usually, above-counter basins can be made into both counter-top and under-counter basins, while under-counter basins can only be made into under-counter basins.
6. Surface treatment methods of integrated sinks
After surface treatment of integrated sinks, the ability to prevent oil stains is greatly enhanced. Common ones are frosted surface, pearl elegant silver surface, and swirl surface. Each has its own characteristics.
7. Sewer accessories for integrated sinks
The sewer pipes for integrated sinks should be PVC water pipes.
8. Integrated sink brand
The quality of any product is linked to the company itself. Can a brand with poor reputation and low-end positioning make exquisite and practical products? Therefore, consumers must have a true understanding of the brand before purchasing integrated sinks to facilitate their purchase.