New kitchen sink

jeanie99 a pleasure, anytime!

Soapstone might be worth looking at. I've no idea about the pros and cons, but if I was in the market for another sink, I'd investigate this option because quite simply I like soapstone.

I think I am leaning towards a ceramic sink.

Another question though.

Does the sink mark or scratch it you are washing metal item.
e.g when I need to rinse off shelving from oven after using Ovenpride, or say pans that are too big for the dishwasher.

Thanks

Although I love my composite surface, I am not a fan of ceramic sinks...had a very expensive Franke one once and unless the formula has changed, the do stain and show wear .

I like the contrast of a satin metal sink...I wanted a deep big one...have a multi one in the scullery so just wanted a nice big one in the kitchen. Metal does eventually scratch but, to me, that is somehow acceptable whereas expensive ceramics soon look shoddy when they stain.

Oh dear back to square one.

Steady on Jeanie....tis only my opinion.....you need to see for yourself methinks....a kitchen is a very personal thing!

I didn't know anyone still had sculleries! I want a scullery.

DD has got some sort of composdite sink. Made by Blanco. It's not easy to clean.

sorry for the d in there

My kitchen went in over a quarter of a century ago . I possibly need to replace the taps but the sink is a Franke and really is as good as new. It's not shiny stainless steel. I have a smaller sink in the utility room for garden hand washing and cleaning golf clubs. Is it used? No never

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I have black Kraus KGD-433B Kitchen Sink. We've had this sink for a couple of months now and it's been great as a replacement for the plain stainless steel sink we had before. The surface looks nice, is easy to clean, and seems to be as durable as advertised. After a week of trying not to clang any pots around in there we eventually settled into a normal pattern of use...no scratches or stains. Also haven't noticed any hazing, which I've heard mentioned as a problem with granite or granite-composite sinks.

I have a double belfast sink from Ikea,it wasn't expensive but it looks great nice deep sinks I use a plastic basin in one for dish washing and rinse in the other..so far no problems with it ,no scratches etc.I spray it with bleach for tea stains and it always stays lovely and white.The fact it didn't cost a fortune means we can replace it if something awful happens to it which could happen with 3 GD's who love to wash stuff or skiddle in water as we say here

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Yes my composite sink is made by blanco. It's a creamy beige colour and the base does stain easily, but comes up with a bleach solution. I think the key is to remember to wipe it dry after use each time, but I often forget! I don't think I would choose this type again, but the previous one was stainless steel and it scratched easily so not really sure what I would choose. This present one looks nice when it's cleaned up, and I am trying hard to remember to dry it after use, which seems to be helping. I use a bowl in the sink for pots and pans that won't go in the dishwasher.

Just an update I did so much research and because the reviews of this sink were so good I ended up with a Blanco Silgranit sink, double bowl.
Two years on it is so perfect it's the best sink I have ever had and there is not a mark on it after 2 years use I am so glad I bought it.

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My new sink is made of something called pyragranite. I am very pleased with it, but go for a light colour if you have a lot of lime, as the deposit can be seen on a black sink, but I use cleaner for my glass ceramic hob on the sink and it comes up fine. I didn't want another stainless steel sink, as I hate the boiing they make when you drain the potatoes into the sink.

Just found the following link, so they can be bought in the UK too.
www.pyramisgroup.com/en-GB/products/?categ=294

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We have a large Ikea Belfast sink. Called an apron sink. Beautiful to look at, large and easy to clean.

I have had various types of sinks but have found stainless steel the easiest to keep clean. Naturally, it's up to you, but I honestly think stainless steel the best option.

Also, it is neither fashionable nor unfashionable. Stainless steel is a standard thing which is never "in" or "out".

Stick to stainless steel.

My Belfast sink is in the garden full of plants

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My personal opinion is a stainless steel sink. Because I had used 8 years and now. It is made different type, size, shape and design for kitchen demand. I am happy, I hope you will can see these. Thanks for replay....

I've had every type of sink over the years and when I replaced the last one I went back to stainless steel. My stipulation was it had to be huge and look good and I found one that fits that criteria and love it. If I change again it will be another stainless steel.