Topic summary
sinks
Extracted from the Wikipedia article Sink.
Materials
Stainless steel is most commonly used in kitchens and commercial applications because it represents a good trade-off between cost, usability, durability, and ease of cleaning. Most stainless steel sinks are made by drawing a sheet of stainless steel over a die. Some very deep sinks are fabricated by welding. Stainless steel sinks will not be damaged by hot or cold objects and resist damage from impacts. Stainless steel sinks are widely celebrated for their durability, sleek appearance, and resistance to rust and corrosion. One disadvantage of stainless steel is that, being made of thin metal, they tend to be noisier than most other sink materials, although some manufacturers may apply a coat of vibration-damping material to the underside of the sink.