Northland 15 x 15 x 7 5 8 top mount bar sink with single faucet hole.
Top mount sink over granite.
Northland 15 x 15 x 7 5 8 top mount bar sink with single faucet hole.
An overmount kitchen sink is cheaper and easier to install than an undermount kitchen sink.
The edge of the countertop along the sink cutout is entirely exposed.
Many people believe they are unsightly when used on a countertop made of high end materials such as granite and marble because they cover the edges of that material.
An undermount sink does have a rim but the rim is not visible because it rests up against the bottom of the counter.
Undermount sinks mount to the bottom of the countertop and are held in place by heavy duty clips and caulk or a special adhesive.
Cons of an overmount kitchen sink.
The biggest issue that most homeowners have with overmounts is the lip that hangs over the granite.
These sinks can be installed on any countertop material.
Crumbs and moisture can be trapped around the edges causing it to look unsightly and become somewhat unsanitary.
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Granite composite sinks install similarly to other drop in sinks with clips and caulk holding the sink in place on the counter.