About Sinks

BABYLOVE369 asked:


When I am done cooking with foods that have grease, I pour the extra grease down the kitchen sink and I just need to know what is better to flush it down with as far as cold water and warm water?

Rafael

VickieMolina asked:


My daughter clogged the kitchen sink drain/garbage disposal with potato peels. How do I unclog? HELP!!

Currently, water is slightly backed up in both sides of our double sink. I tried to run the garbage disposal which temporarily shifts the water to the opposite sink. Same thing happens when I use a toilet plunger to unclog the sink. (water shifts from one side to another)

What can I do to get the sink unclogged? I’ve got lots of cooking to do for my son’s graduation party this Saturday.

Thanks in advance for your responses.
Vickie
An added note: the disposal is not jammed…it runs just fine but it efforts seem ineffective.

Calvin

smellin13_99 asked:


My kitchen sink faucet stopped flowing properly however all other sinks are fine, and dishwasher right next to kitchen sink is working properly. Any ideas on what is wrong and how to fix it?

Eva

Getar asked:


In a kitchen, one of the most used areas is the sink. This part is where most people start the whole process of their cooking and it also normally end in there. With this importance, every house should have a decent kitchen sink so that cooking would be more enjoyable and the food that we eat would be safer. There are already many manufacturers of kitchen sinks. Finding the right one for you that suits your needs and budget would be the best thing to do.

There are many considerations in buying a kitchens sink. A normal consumer would look at the appearance of the sink and the quality of the material that makes up the sink. But a terrific looking sink should not be too hard to clean and maintain. The material and design of the sink should be made of a material that does not easily break and when it is stained, it can be brushed off to keep the sink in a good condition.

Since the material is the deciding factor, it would be best if the buyer would first know some basic facts about the different materials that may compose the kitchen sinks that are sold in the market.

Having a solid surface kitchen since is one of the favorites since it is easy to clean. Others would go for porcelain sinks with its durability. The style would also not be set off since there can be different colors of porcelain kitchen sink that can be used. Enamel is also used in some kitchen sinks but the user must be very careful in cleaning it so that it would not be damaged.

Additionally, one of the most common kitchen sinks are made of stainless steel. Since there are also many kitchen appliances that are made of stainless steel, having a kitchen sink made of the same material can also add uniformity and professionalism of the kitchen. Buying a high quality stainless steel would be a good choice since it is easy to clean and the maintenance is not too difficult.

There are also other materials that can be used for the kitchen sinks. Knowing the type of material used in the kitchen can be the key so that cleaning it would be done in a safe manner. Since there are delicate materials, cleaning it should not be done with any solution that is available in the market. There are some solutions that may damage the color or texture of the sink so a person must be careful before using any cleaning material.

Kitchen sinks are always used. It must be kept clean and in a good condition so that the health of the family and other people who uses it would not be risked. Selecting the right kitchen sink would not simply end in looking at the size, design, color, and price of the sink. There are many other qualities that are equally importance like the proper method of cleaning it. If the sink that you bought is easy to manage, then cooking and preparing for the food would be more pleasurable to do.



Alicia

Faucet.com asked:


 

Types of Kitchen Faucets

Have you ever seen that Kohler commercial where a woman tells her designer that she wants him to design her house around a faucet? You may have laughed, and said “Yeah, right! No one can do that!” Now you can – especially in the kitchen. Faucets have been revolutionized to be the “star” of the kitchen. Manufacturers have made faucets stylish and versatile while keeping the needed functionality you demand. There are many different types of faucets to choose from, and you have to pick what is right for you and the style of your kitchen.

Single Handle Kitchen Faucets

Single Handle Kitchen Faucets allow for quick and easy water flow and temperature adjustments with one hand, which is helpful when your hands are occupied. This design requires 1 or more holes depending on layout and styles range from traditional to modern. Most models are available with or without side sprays.

Two Handle Kitchen Faucets

Two Handle Kitchen Faucets provide precise temperature and water flow adjustment, with separate hot and cold controls, utilizing 3 or more holes of a sink or countertop.

Pull-Out Spray Faucets

Pull-Out Kitchen Faucets are a great mix of style and functionality. The faucet head pulls out and with a touch of a button the water pattern switches from regular flow to spray. This can be a big help when washing dishes, or getting those last scraps of dinner down the drain.

Wall-mount Faucets

Wall-Mount Faucets are a unique style that require no deck holes since the faucet mounts to the wall above the sink. This design does require water supplies that extend above the countertop in the wall. This is a great option if you’re looking for an antique style kitchen.

Pot Filler Faucets

Are you the cook in the house? Do you hate having to carry heavy pots of water from the sink to the stovetop? Worry no more! Pot Filler Faucets are a “must have” for an avid cook. The pot-filler is a cold-water faucet, and it is installed in addition to a regular kitchen faucet. It can be mounted on the wall or on a countertop near the stove. This way you can fill the pot while it is already positioned on the stovetop.

Bar Sink/Entertainment/Prep Faucets

Compared to a regular kitchen faucet, bar faucets are simply smaller. They go along with the bar/prep sinks that are also smaller in size. These faucets come in a variety of styles and designs utilizing 1-3 holes, depending on your needs and want for sink accessories. When used in a kitchen they are often matched to the same style as the larger kitchen sink and faucet.

Remember when choosing a faucet, it should not only look great, but it should work well too. Faucets should be drip free for its lifetime with normal use. There are styles and finishes for every kitchen- pick the one that is right for you.



Micheal

Ganka Vasileva asked:


The selection of your kitchen sink will depend on:

- the size of the cabinet underneath your sink

- the size of your countertop (whether it has backsplash or not)

- the material of your countertop

- the way you will use your sink

- your preferences

- how much you can afford

Characteristics of kitchen sinks

According to the number of basins, kitchen sinks may be:

1. Single-basin: this is a smaller sink. If you have a kitchen island, you might like to mount a single-basin sink in it, auxiliary to your main sink. If you have a dishwasher, you can rinse the dishes in this sink before putting them in the appliance.

If its basin is fairly large and deep (10 or 12 inches (25-30 cm) in depth) this sink may be more comfortable for you to wash large utensils in than a standard sink with two identical basins.

2. Double-basin: a sink of standard 33 inches (84 cm) length to 22 inches (56 cm) width that fits perfectly to the standard sink cabinet - 36 inches (91 cm) length to 24 inches (61 cm) width.

Its basins are most often identical. It’s a good selection for a sink if you wash your dishes manually; you wash them in one of the basins and rinse them in the other one.

3. Triple-basin: this kitchen sink is bigger. You can use one of the basins to wash the dishes and the other one to rinse them. Use the third one (usually smaller) to wash vegetables or install a garbage disposal unit in it.

Materials for kitchen sinks

The materials that follow are popular variants for such sinks; but you can see sinks from other materials as well, such as enameled steel, porcelain, fireclay, brass and copper.

1. Stainless steel

A functional material. With it, your sink and countertop may be a whole unit, without any joints. This facilitates cleaning and gives your sink a unified look. Objects, such as dishes and glasses, dropped in a stainless steel sink are less likely to break. Other qualities:

- durable, non-breakable, heat-resistant

- neutral color: the metal nuance complements most colors

- easy to service: this is the choice for sinks in public establishments

2. Enameled cast iron

Usually a more expensive material. It represents a cast-iron base with enameled finish. Here are some of its properties:

- durable, heat-resistant

- various colors are available

- dampens noise and vibrations of the sink

3. Solid surface

Synthetic material. As with stainless steel, your sink and countertop can consist of a single unit. Other properties:

- durable, easy to service

- various colors are available

- you can remove minor damage (scratches, burns…)

4. Composite

Such a sink is made from natural materials such as quartz, granite, etc. together with synthetics. The color is the same over the entire area and thickness of the kitchen sink. Hence, it will be more difficult to notice any faults. Other properties:

- different colors are available

- easy to service

- durable, non-breakable, heat- and stain-resistant

Kitchen sink installation

You may install your sink in a number of ways:

1. As a self-rimming sink: here, your sink overlaps the countertop. It’s good for your countertop to be made from a smooth material (laminate, natural stone…), thus allowing the sink to align itself perfectly with the countertop.

2. As an undermount sink: here, your countertop overlaps the sink. In this case, no joints with the sink are seen on the countertop, giving an appearance of simplicity. It is easy to clean around such a sink; you can wipe waste straight from the countertop to the sink.

3. As a tile-in sink: here, your sink is on the level of the countertop. If your countertop is tiled, this type of sink installation is especially convenient. Sinks are flat at the ends, and their edges are at right angles. Thus they fit well to the tiles.

4. As an integral sink: as I mentioned above, your sink and countertop here are a single unit, without any joints. For such a sink and countertop you need such materials as stainless steel, solid surface and concrete.

5. You can also mount a sink in the wall.

To be sure of the quality of your kitchen sink installation, I recommend that you employ the services of a professional.

Conclusion

1. When selecting the design of your kitchen sink (color, shape…) take into account the design of your countertop. It is good for them to complement one another.

2. Sinks that have bigger and deeper basins, a flat bottom and vertical walls make it more comfortable for you to work. The area is larger, your utensils will lie well on the bottom and the water jet won’t splash outside.

3. Look for kitchen sinks with special technologies on the underside. These technologies dampen noise, protect against condensation and help to control the water temperature in the basin.



Shannon

cryingrainbow asked:


I recently told him that pirranahs sometimes inhabit toilet water and that someday they will leap out of the toilet to munch and eat his butt. LOL!
Bad, I know…but now he’s taking squats over the kitchen sink and popping in there out of fear of pirranahs chomping him up. I’m thinking of telling him that grizzly bears inhabit kitchen sinks….By the way, hes already ruined my Chicago Red Wings coffee cup. Damn brat…so any suggestions?

Ernest

Blue eyes asked:


I have plenty of water pressure in my bathroom and have already checked the water meter and there doesn’t seem to be a leak. I also checked the shut off valves under the sink and everything seems to be in order. so why don’t I have much water pressure only in my kitchen? It just started a few weeks ago. Please help!
I took some of your advice and tried cleaing the screen and that didn’t work either- grrrrr! This is frustrating.

Kelly

Independent asked:


This morning, the New York Times reported that Senator Clinton is launching what even her aides admit is a “kitchen sink” bombardment of negative attacks against Barack.

Beverly