Small sink suggestions

collinsca

Hi

We are looking to replace a sink in our new-build (well - was new in 2019!) - which i mention in case it is relevant to the standard size of sinks installed in "new builds".

The sink and recess appears to be of abnormal size because i haven't been able to find anything suitable!

Existing
Recess = circa 93cm length, 48cm depth
Existing sink = circa 95cm length 50.8cm depth

Requirements
-We are looking for a white sink - fireclay more so than granite.
-We'd like a shallow bowl - but that's not essential.

I appreciate that the worktop can be cut out to a degree, but i still haven't found anything suitable.

We were looking at this one, but i think it is too large: Reginox Rl304CW - 1.0 Bowl Kitchen Sink | Victorian Plumbing - https://www.victorianplumbing.co.uk/reginox-white-ceramic-1-0-bowl-kitchen-sink-rl304cw

Suggestions appreciated.

Thanks!

Jemma01

What's your undersink cabinet size? It appears from the photo that it is pretty large

Can you take a photo of it?

collinsca

Hi sure…

I'm not at home to measure, but i have photos…

Thanks

collinsca

https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/comment/82095761#Comment_82095761

My research seems to suggest it's on the smaller size (as i can't find any thar fit!) and perhaps this is the type of layout of newer build… but maybe i'm wrong and maybe my research is just naff!

Emmia

Have you looked at sinks.co.uk? They have options that allow you to filter by cabinet size or sink dimensions.

https://www.sinks.co.uk/kitchen-sink-type/stainless-steel-sinks/

We bought our sink from them about 6 years ago, when John Lewis (who were providing our new kitchen) decided to substitute the sink we'd ordered with one that was not to our liking.

Jemma01

https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/comment/82095828#Comment_82095828

No standards. Each developer buys his own sinks and fits them. My house was built 2009, and has a big wide sink with no draining board (thank god). The only part I would keep in my future new kitchen.

I would suggest that if you are investing in a ceramic sink that you go all out choosing the best that you like and not restrict yourself to the existing size. These things often last for life. Why bother changing something isn't broken if you can't get your dream sink? Buy one that comes with fitting service, they can cut the cabinet and then either do the plumbing yourselves or get a plumber.

Cabinet looks at least 600mm, you have most options of sinks.

collinsca

https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/comment/82096017#Comment_82096017

i haven't found that site - thanks, i will take a look

collinsca

https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/comment/82096035#Comment_82096035

we would definitely get someone to do this for us - it's outside my skill wheelhouse!

we've lined up our workman to do the work already… it's jut up to me to find one that fits… and my research is suggesting EVEN WITH cutting the worktop, there still isnt one that will really fit.

i'm not sure if you are suggesting a belfast style sink and removing the worktop at the front…? it's an option i guess - IF the rest of the cabinet can hold it? I'm not a fan personally of this style, but could consider it.

Emmia has above suggested a company i've not seen before, so will try them.

thanks

Jemma01

https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/comment/82096058#Comment_82096058

oh no. I couldn't hate a sink more than a belfast, the ugliest sinks 🙈.

I'm unsure what you mean by "even with a cut it won't fit", is your whole worktop not a standard size (600mm wide) with at least 600mm cabinet size?

What issues are you having? I changed mum's sinks to a blanco granite (no draining board) and the three requirements were (1) the sink fits that cabinet size, (2) there's enough space for the tap, (3) worktop had to be quartz cuz it is an undermount sink and heavy. Everything else was workable, they redid the pipes.

https://www.tapwarehouse.com/p/blanco-subline-700-1-b-silgranit-730x460mm-pv?sku=blanco-subline-700-soft-white-silgranit-730x460mm&ppc=true&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=19855476935&gclid=CjwKCAjwhNbTBhB4EiwAsFSg-svswejpnSrfhLlXjGMgJ7c1v9jI27N3jGhxza0tOyWXKPVUMRTX3BoCQ7UQAvD_BwE

(I'm not suggesting this for you as it is an undermount sink)

collinsca

https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/comment/82096065#Comment_82096065

we agree on that! hate them!

the worktop depth is 64cm. the length is many metres - so that wont be an issue.

So it sounds like the depth shouldn't be an issue from what you've said.

maybe im just misunderstanding something fundamentally re measurements - its something im not very good at!

Emmia

I find Belfast sinks are more likely to lead to chipped glasses, plus with most kitchen styles (i.e. one that hasn't just stepped out of an NT type property) they just look odd / ugly.