| For far too long, the sink has been seen as a mostly | | | | think of glass, they think of it as being extremely fragile. |
| utilitarian part of home design. For many years sinks | | | | This simply is not the case with glass sinks. In many |
| were available in a very limited number of styles and | | | | cases these sinks are actually more durable and |
| designs. They were also primarily only made using | | | | resistant to scratches and chips than ceramic or |
| porcelain or stainless steel, and as such they were | | | | porcelain sinks. If a dish is dropped in a glass kitchen |
| available in only a few boring colors. The only way of | | | | sink with enough force that the sink gets broken, the |
| making them fit into an overall design was by carefully | | | | same would have happened if a dish was dropped |
| selecting faucet fixtures to enhance their appearance. | | | | with the same force in a porcelain sink. |
| Recently, sinks have received a facelift and they are | | | | Glass sinks are also easy to maintain and care for. |
| now showing up as focal points in many of today's | | | | They can withstand years of use and remain beautiful |
| homes. The change has come in the form of beautiful | | | | with only regular cleaning. Cleaning can be done simply |
| glass sinks designed for both bathrooms and kitchens. | | | | using an ammonia-free glass cleaner. Sometimes |
| Today's glass sinks are available in seemingly endless | | | | water spots do occur on glass sinks, but these can be |
| color and design options, making them a popular choice | | | | cleaned easily as well using a simple solution of water |
| for any design taste. Whether homeowners are | | | | and white vinegar. The use of abrasive cleaners is not |
| looking for a classic, traditional sink or something a bit | | | | recommended, as they can cause damage to glass |
| more unique, there are certainly a vast number of | | | | sinks. |
| sinks to choose from. They are made using a variety | | | | Although slightly more expensive than traditional sinks, |
| of techniques, each of which creates a unique effect. | | | | glass sinks have become a very popular design choice |
| They are often crafted by skilled artisans with years | | | | for many homeowners. Because of their durability and |
| of experience. Some glass sinks are made using | | | | overall beauty they can last for numerous years, and |
| colored glass while others are hand painted with | | | | because they are available in a wide array of colors |
| various designs. | | | | and styles they can make a stunning addition to any |
| For many people, durability is a concern when | | | | kitchen or bathroom. |
| considering buying a glass sink. When most people | | | | |