Every Long Island North Shore homeowner knows that no kitchen is complete without a farmhouse sink. They're both rustic and elegant, they provide plenty of room for washing dishes, it's the perfect compliment to that Long Island living look we all seek to achieve (please check out my blogs regarding kitchen make-overs) and they're a Kitchen lover must-have. But before you run off to buy and install one, take note that they do come with a few complications.
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As a copper sink owner (a whole different set of problems that i will write about in the near future)
I'm here to share the biggest problems I've seen with a farmhouse sink, and my valid points are all factors to consider before getting one of your own when you hire NSCM to assist in planning your renovation
Here are both the problems (and the solutions!) you should know
1. You should expect some broken dishware. While accidents are bound to happen in any kitchen, you should anticipate a few more broken dishes than usual if you have a farmhouse sink, especially if it's made from cast iron, They're designed to be extra durable and tough, which means they aren't very forgiving if you drop a glass or plate. My only suggestion or best solution for this is to invest in higher quality, "break-resist" dishes and glasses to avoid as many accidents as possible—or to simply be more cautious with your favorite pieces.
2. White sinks show much more dirt. Cast Iron is a specific look the more home renovation sink is white.
While other sinks tend to mask grime and wear-and-tear, a white farmhouse sink is going to show it all. Be prepared to clean it more often (another copper sink problem as well) and opt for baking soda, which should make it look new again.
3. Scratches will be more noticeable too. If you love cooking with cast iron pans, then you should be even more cautious about this possible problem, The romantic idea and beauty of a farmhouse sink is focused on and the negatives are never bought up by a contractor or salesman.
Over time, I have figured out the best way to clean up these scratch marks, to find out more contacting me will get me to share some tricks.
One way you can also opt for a sink grid to keep pots, pans, and other dirty items away from the bottom of your sink.
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