Your sink style changes how the counter is cut and how the kitchen feels. Here's how the options compare — we'll finalize it at your estimate.
Mounts below the counter
The sink hangs below the countertop, so the stone edge is the visible rim. There’s no lip to catch grime and you can sweep water and crumbs straight into the basin. The go-to for natural stone and quartz kitchens.
Exposed front panel
Also called an apron sink, the front face is exposed and the basin is deep and roomy. It becomes a focal point of the kitchen and pairs beautifully with stone counters, farmhouse and transitional styles alike.
Rim sits on the counter
The sink drops into the cutout and its rim rests on the countertop surface. It’s the quickest and most economical to install and works with virtually any material — though the rim collects a little more around the edge.
One continuous surface
The sink is formed from the same material as the countertop (most common in quartz), so there’s no seam or joint at all — one flowing, ultra-hygienic surface. The most premium, minimalist option.
Bowl sits above the counter
Common in bathrooms, a vessel sink sits fully above the vanity top like a decorative bowl. It shows off the stone surface around it and adds a boutique-hotel feel to a powder room or primary bath.
Small secondary basin
A small secondary sink — usually undermount — set into an island or bar for prep and entertaining, so the main sink stays free. A convenience upgrade for open-plan kitchens.
