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Sinks are very clearly one of the most major utility-equipments in a kitchen. And if along with the use and utility, they provide charm, elegance and décor to the kitchen and enhance the beauty of the kitchen many times over, then isn't it absolutely wonderful? Well such is the quality of copper sinks that are quickly finding their mark among the people too because of their incredible artistic and aesthetic appeal that they offer. But there are few things about which you need to know before you buy your copper kitchen sink. Some of them are…
• First and foremost thing that you need to know about copper sinks is that the quality of copper used in the sink should be supreme because that is what will serve for the ornamental and the durable value of your sink. If you use poor quality copper then leaves stains and marks are left on the sink. Plus a good copper sink is very hard and very much dent-resistant.
• Copper is, by property, a bacteria-resistant metal. But some copper sinks come with special coating on them that totally erases all the anti-bacterial properties of copper. So it is advisable that when you buy your sink, then try to make sure that such coatings are not there so that the sink becomes naturally germ and bacteria resistant. Also it is very obvious that such coatings always wear off giving a very bad texture to the sink.
• It is also very important to buy sinks that have copper seams. First check if the sink has a seam at all because there are many kinds that don't come with a proper seam. And then seam should also be welded with copper metal. Because if this is not taken care of the sink will not last and will give away.
• The thickness of the sink is also a really major concern. It is necessary that the sink be of decent thickness so that it is resistant to major pressure and stresses. The thickness that is most preferable is that of 14 gauges (the thickness ranges from 8 to 14 gauges). Also you may try to ascertain that the thickness of the copper metal is uniform throughout the sink by checking the gauge at all points. Also it should be made sure that the shape of the sink remains intact and does not bend or change during the process of installation of the sink. And in cases of damage to the sink, it is always convenient to make sure from the company whether they will replace it as the fault is in the installation.
And finally it is also important to know that it is not an easy task to maintain a copper sink. It is truly very difficult to maintain the look and the glow of a copper sink. However it grows more aesthetically appealing with time. It will last a very long time but for that it needs proper care. Only if such effort may be put in, should a copper kitchen sink be bought or used by a household.
Each sink is individually made. Hence, it is possible to have a custom-made sink for your kitchen. The hammered kitchen copper sink is a beautiful piece of art.
Because each piece is made from a copper sheet by an artisan his hammer footprint is very visible. The reddish/oxidated texture is characteristic of natural copper when it is cooled down from red-hot temperature using cold water.
Copper sinks are made of heavy, solid copper and come in natural copper patinas of ‘Weathered Copper' or in ‘Dark Bronze' copper. Copper sinks may have a hand hammered surface and some of them come with polished and satin nickel finish. The dark farm sinks have a warm, dark brown finish.
Extra thick casting will easily weather a lifetime of use while absorbing noise and deflecting scratches and dings. Copper sinks are extremely resistant to stains and discoloration. They are called ‘live' sinks, because their patina ages and improves with time. Moreover, copper is known to keep bacteria at bay, providing a healthier environment.
Kitchen sinks may be available as a single or a double sink, in round, rectangular, oval and other shapes. Copper kitchen sinks should be under mounted for easiest installation.
They are easy to maintain. Copper kitchen sinks can be re-polished for a bright appearance. One can re-sand the sink to remove scratches and signs of wear. The patina on the copper sink will not allow the metal to rust because it protects from humidity and oxidation.