How to Gauge Your Kitchen Sink?

Many people don't know the difference between a 16, 18 or even 20 gauge thickness of stainless steel. Even fewer people can tell you what gauge their kitchen sink is.

The thickness of stainless steel is commonly specified by a traditional, non-linear measure known as gauge.The larger the gauge number the thinner the material, the smaller the number the thicker the material is and therefore more heavy duty and durable. 20 Gauge sinks used to be more common in the previous years, but eventually the standard minimum thickness for a quality kitchen sink became 18 gauge.

Lottare's B&B series sinks are the perfect balance of value and quality with no sacrificing style. Next, the 16 gauge sinks are typically used for higher end projects or where durability and longevity are a must. The true advantages to a thicker sink are that it lessens the chance of dents, dings, scuffs and scratches.

At Kitchen Zip, we only offer 18 gauge and thicker sinks. Our premium Lottare 16 gauge sinks are often used in luxury applications where the customer's tastes are truly discerning.

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