Single Bowl Versus Double Bowl Sinks

When it is time to a sink for your kitchen, you have many choices from material to shape to configuration. The two common sink configurations are single and double bowl. Both have pros and cons that will make one the ideal fit for your kitchen.

What is a single-bowl sink?
A single-bowl sink has one large bowl and are available in various sizes.  Larger single bowl sinks are popular for kitchens whereas smaller single bowl sinks can be used for bar and prep areas or when kitchen space is limited.

What is a double-bowl sink?
A double-bowl sink has two bowls in one unit that are separated by a divider.  They can come in many different configurations: both bowls the same size, one bowl larger than the other, one bowl deeper than the other, or a combination of the later two.