We have lived with several copper sinks for some time now and with a monthly application of the wax we got from Copper Sinks Online - it is simply soap and water cleanup... It's that easy. And with the wax, we don't really see any water spots (kind of like waxing your car - the surface then tends to repel dirt, etc.).

With our sink, we went with an Oil Rubbed Bronze finish, but if you are going with a lighter finish, I understand Antique Copper coordinates well. When we bought our sink, the company had suggestions on their website as to what drain/faucet finish went well with each of their sink finishes. I also see that they have a 10% off deal if you buy your faucet and sink together - seems like a pretty good deal. We really like our Graff faucet that we bought with the sink and I can recommend the quality on both.

I have put a link to their buying guide which is worth a read as you look at your options. We bought from Copper Sinks Online at the suggestion of someone else on this forum and we were really happy with them. They seem to be the only company selling the thicker 14 gauge copper which makes a big difference - especially with a kitchen sink. ...but their prices are some of the most competitive out there...

Good luck!

Here is a link that might be useful: Copper Sinks 101