kitchen sink- fire clay vs porcelain

20 days ago

Looking for advice- should I choose a fire clay or porcelain apron sink for a new build?

I spend most of my free time cooking and baking so I am looking for an apron sink for my new build that is durable, heat and scratch resistant, worry free AND less than $1,000. I have always had deep and very large stainless sinks in my kitchen but now I want something different in the new house.

Reviews on durability of different types on sinks seem to differ review to review so I’m hoping the great peeps here on Houzz can set me straight.

The builders designer is suggesting I upgrade to a Kohler Whitehaven sink but I’ve read reviews online for this sink and many report scratches and silver lines showing up, even with a grate on bottom of sink- even after just a few months. I can’t afford to make a mistake so any advice or suggestions are welcome. A sincere thank you 😃

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eam44
20 days ago
last modified: 20 days ago
Under no circumstances do you want a fireclay sink, especially if you want to have a disposal. Porcelain can chip, crack, and rust. They also have a tendency to stain as they get older, and are more likely to be damaged with a disposal.

It sounds like you might want to consider a Blanco silgranit apron front sink. They run around $1,500 but you can find them for less. I really would only consider a stainless or copper sink, but that’s me. This is the Ikon 30” single bowl in white. It comes in 9 colors. Best of luck with your new build.
CC
20 days ago
I had a Kohler Whitehaven sink installed about nine months ago. No problems so far, no rack on the bottom. I assume over time it may develop some small scratches or whatnot but I am ok with that. I love it, it’s big and has the offset drain I love and it’s easy to clean.
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