Natural Stone Sinks in Knoxville

Natural stone is already known as a classic material for use on the countertops of today’s kitchens and bathrooms.  Now natural stone is turning a very utilitarian object-the sink- into a piece of art.

The new stone sinks that are available on the market are not really “new” at all.  Stones have been used for sinks for hundreds of years.  So why has the stone sink be recently re-discovered?

First and foremost, stone sinks are used for aesthetic reason.  Homeowners are often drawn to the seamless look of a sink that blends with the rest of the countertop.  In order to meet the demand for this look, more and more stone fabricators are creating sinks of the same granite that has been crafted into countertops. 

Beyond the aesthetics of stone sinks there are also practical benefits.  Sinks that are created from stone slabs have unmatched flexibility of size.  The sink can be fabricated to a custom dimension that suites the design of the space.  This means that the kitchen or bath design does not have to be limited to accommodate the standard sink sized that most sink manufacturers offer.

In addition to flexibility of size, stone sinks also boast the ability to add custom features.  Drain boards can be carved into the countertop, which enables liquid to flow directly into the sink.  Custom depths can be created.  The number of dividers in the sink can be altered, so a sink can be long and trough-like or divided into separate sections.  The sinks can also be customized to accommodate a cutting board that fits over the sink.  Custom faucetry can be worked into the stone sink design simply by drilling a hole into the sink to accommodate the faucet.  Stone sinks can be installed as “undermount” sink or can feature a traditional apron front. 

The popular “vessel” sink is being interpreted using natural stone including granite, marble, limestone, travertine, onyx and soapstone.  Along with the many stone options now available, there are also several options for how to install vessel sinks.  The sink can be set into the countertop so that only a small amount of the top edge of the sink is visible.  Or it can “sit” on top of the countertop to show off the entire bowl-shape of the vessel.  The vessel can also hang from brackets on the wall to accommodate wall-mounted faucetry.  A stone vessel sink can be placed on a stone pedestal, making it an option to replace the traditional porcelain pedestal sink.

Natural stone sinks combine flexibility in size, shape and color with the strength and beauty that has made stone countertops a popular choice for kitchens and bathrooms.

The intrinsic beauty of a stone sink is enhanced by the fact that no two sinks will ever be exactly alike.  This fact alone makes selecting a stone sink an artful, natural choice.  

Kitchen Counter Knoxville by G&L Marble delivers the finest in natural stone for granite sinks throughout Knoxville and Tennessee. With over two-hundred varieties of granites alone in stock, there is a color appealing to any discriminating taste. Showroom is conveniently located in Knoxville.

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