are copper kitchen sinks good idea or bad idea?

Question

I am having a house built. we are to the point we do not know what kind of sink to go with. i need to know if copper is a good idea or is the something better out there with still and have less maint.

Answer 1

The answer depends mainly on your personal preference. Copper is a more expensive product and with that comes a little more maintenance. The finish of the copper sink also changes the type and intensity of maintenance. Shiny copper (use tarnex to remove oxidation and use a wax every 3-6 months to seal it) A stained or darker copper (use LIGHT soap and water, NO abrasives, and the sink should be virtually maintenance free. I work for a copper company http://www.wholesalecoppersinks.com/ and we sell more of the Darker finish because they are more care free than other copper finishes.



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Answer 2

Depends on the expectations you have of the copper. Are you looking to keep copper shinny? This is unrealistic. Copper is going to patina naturally over time like a copper penny. For a copper range hood, go with a sealant since the product will not come into nearly as much contact and water as a sink. For a sink, go with no sealant and let the sink naturally patina, or go with a hammered/fired Mexican style sink as they do not change in color as much and are also a living finish. A sealant on a copper sink is a sure way to get scratches that will lead to uneven patina.

Answer 3

I would not want one but I prefer Silestone over granite and I know the majority of people seem to want granite. It also depends on the style you are going for and if you don't mind the maintenance. I don't mind maintaining a yard. I have 2 acres but all that maintenance serves a purpose. I don't see why I would buy a counter top that I have to seal etc. when I can get Silestone and it is virtually maintenance free among other benefits and looks ever bit as good. It's the same with the copper sink. why do you want the extra trouble when you can get something that does the same job with comparable good looks. There are so many sinks to chose from. It's just my opinion. It would be a bad idea for me but it's your sink and you just have to chose if it's worth it to you.

Answer 4

I were given the compression ring (ferrule) off by ability of heating it with a propane torch. curiously the brass ring expands quicker than the copper pipe at the same time as subjected to warmth. I directed the flame on the hoop for form of a minute and then changed into waiting to slip it correct off with a pair of pliers.i'm no longer particular why it truly works. probable the brass ring has a more suitable coefficient of boost than the copper pipe, or perchance the smaller mass of the hoop causes it to warmth to a more suitable temperature than the pipe.

Answer 5

Well it looks good but difficult to maintain. The most convenient option for kitchen sinks is stainless steel. To give you more ideas about kitchen remodeling and kitchen accessories I am forwarding you the website link that will help you. The link is

Answer 6

copper is beautiful but there is maintenance with it to keep it's nice sheen

Answer 7

it's extreemly pretty and extravagant