COPPER SINK

You'll find bath sinks made from 20 gauge to 16 gauge copper, while most standard kitchen and farmhouse kitchen sinks range from 18 gauge to 14 gauge. When shopping for copper sinks, always ask about the gauge. A thicker gauge sink will be more expensive and, in most cases, well worth the extra cost. A lighter gauge metal can sometimes produce a tinny sound when the faucet is turned on and water drums on the sink surface. Thinner gauge copper will also dent more easily, which is a large consideration, especially for kitchen sinks. You will sometimes find lower-quality sinks insulated with foam blocks in an effort to help muffle the sound... Going to buy a copper sink? Read this educational guide before deciding where to shop and ask the right questions. You don't want to be misled!