Farmhouse sinks are still soaring in popularity...why wouldn't they, they look great with every decor! Of course, if you have ever had to install one, you may say, "never again". There's more to the installation than meets the eye or the skill level of the average DIYer. If you are remodeling your kitchen then a farmhouse sink may be the way to go; however, if you are thinking you can just swap out a standard stainless steel sink for an undermount farmhouse sink, you will most likely need new countertops and a new base cabinet to support the weight. Other cons of a farmhouse sink are the price and the most popular,one-basin style, that doesn't allow for a separate wash and rinse. And last, if you choose the white porcelain style, you will have the added stress of always keeping it clean.
Improper installation (note: the gap underneath the sink)
Proper Installation
So now that you know a little more about the upkeep and installation challenges of a farmhouse sink, do you "dig it, or ditch it"?
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My friends nicknamed me Utah Dave in high school because they said it didn't matter where we went in Utah, I would know how to get there and who we needed to talk to. The name sticks today as UtahDave has formed into a professional real estate network of Neighborhood Experts all across the state. I live in Daybreak with my wife and 4 amazing children. I enjoy dancing (which is how I met my wife Dawn) as well as traveling, coaching, and learning.
