An undermount sink is a type of sink which is different from the usual designs. Here the basin is placed below the counter. This design of sinks has its own advantages and the foremost one is the availability of space. It can be fitted even in a small kitchen or bathroom.
The sink is very easy to maintain. All the kitchen waste can be drained down the sink and even the cleaning is made easy. The sink has its plumbing pipes behind the cabinet and thus you do not have to bother about having to hide them when you have guests at home and even the clutter is reduced. The sink has a feature of seamlessness. This prevents the dirt and other particles from being collected on the surface. All you have to use is detergent and water and your cleaning is done. The integration of the undermount is very strong as it is not interrupted by the sink. It will not hamper the stylish look of the kitchen or the bathroom. This design also enables you to choose the color of your choice for your kitchen.
These undermount sinks are designed in a variety of shapes and sizes. You can choose the one which will suit your kitchen space. It also comes with the facility of double bowls and single bowls. Normally the depth of the bowl is five to nine inches. The location of the drainage pipe can be found either in the back or in the center of the undermount sinks.
The attachments that need to be made for installing the sink can be done by you without the help of the professional. All you have to do is to find a suitable place in your kitchen and make the opening to put the sink inside. After this, you will have to drill a hole in the sink and then proceed with the attachment of the sink faucets. Here you have to take care that there is no room for leakage to happen. If you are not too sure of the installment or do not have the time to do so, you can always hire professional help from your sink dealer.