1.5 Bowl Sinks

1.5 bowl kitchen sinks have seen consistent popularity growth in recent years, so if you’re considering purchasing one then you’re not alone. These sinks are practical, durable, and offer a strong aesthetical appeal. These sinks are referred to as the ‘1.5 bowl’ as they usually consist of two bowls, with one the size of a standard sink bowl and the other about .5 (or half) the size. This allows you to be more organised, efficient, and hygienic when carrying out many of your kitchen tasks.

While these sinks are visually appealing, aesthetically versatile, and easy to clean and maintain, it is important to get the right sink to suit the style of your kitchen, as well as your practical needs. There are a number of factors that you’ll need to consider, including size, appearance, depth, and drainage capabilities. You will likely come across sinks that offer a mixture of these features, so you may need to prioritise your preferences. Below we explore some of these key characteristics and why they may be important to your ideal 1.5 bowl sink.

Material

Your 1.5 bowl sink can be made from a number of different materials. The models you come across will be predominantly built using stainless steel or porcelain. While the former of these materials is better for use in modern kitchens, porcelain is more visually versatile, suiting many a kitchen whether it utilises classical or contemporary aesthetics. 1.5 bowl sinks suit both traditional and modern kitchens, with their unique appearance looking right at home with either stylistic choice.

Both of these materials can be affected by scratches to their surfaces. Because of this, we recommend using a washing up bowl wherever possible, especially in the larger of the two bowls. This is the best way to prevent scratches from occurring. Other materials that these sinks can be made from include granite composite, composite, and cast iron. However, these variants are notably less common than stainless steel and porcelain.

Size

When shopping for 1.5 bowl sinks, you will find that many models will come in different size options. This gives you more freedom to choose the ideal dimensions for your kitchen, but getting the right size is vital. This is why you should measure out the available space in your kitchen and choose a sink that will fit comfortably into the space you have without taking up too much of the overall countertop.

You’ll also want to decide on whether or not you would prefer the benefits of extra features such as additional drainage options or a draining board to help dry off washing up items. These may require extra space, and thus you’ll need to take these additions into consideration when looking at sink sizes.

Depth of the Sink

Sink depth will inevitably determine the scope of your sink’s functional potential. This is because deeper sinks will allow for more tasks like intensive washing up of items like pots and pans, with more water volume accommodating additional items. The standard depth of a sink is 7-10 inches, and aiming for the upper end of this range is sure to result in a sink that is more than capable of serving its purpose. The 0.5 bowl may feature less depth, as these bowls are usually designed to clean smaller products such as cutlery.

Soundproofing

Not many people consider the soundproofing capabilities of their kitchen sink, but it really does matter! The sound of your tap water landing on the surface of a stainless-steel sink can be surprisingly loud and unpleasant if the correct features have not been implemented. Many higher-end models come with simple or complex soundproofing technology such as built-in rubber padding and spray coatings that help to soften the sound.

Drainage

All of our sinks offer exceptional drainage, but some will inevitably feature more specialised designs than others. You will be able to tell by the steepness of the slope towards the drain, which will help to remove all water more efficiently while in use as well as afterwards. This will also improve the cleaning and maintenance experience. When shopping for a 1.5 bowl sink, check for this slope in images, or read through product descriptions to see if such a slope is featured. The majority of sinks will possess such a feature, though it will be more prominent in some models than in others.

Budget

You will find a 1.5 bowl sink attached to a wide variety of prices, so it will be important for you to set a budget and stick to it when investigating options. A good quality sink may well add value to your kitchen, so will definitely be worth investing in.