1. Under mount vs. Surface mount - All of our sinks, including the Farmhouse sink can be mounted from above or below the counter. Our sinks have a 1" flange all around that can be used to secure the sink from below or as a decorative rim in a surface mount application.

2. Drain size and type - For a kitchen sink, the drains are larger and sometimes need to accommodate a garbage disposal. Our smaller sinks come standard with a solid brass 1-1/4" drain and stopper. They can be retrofitted with a garbage disposal drain for an additional charge.

3. Sink sizes - Our Farmhouse style sink has inside dimensions of 30" long, 20" wide (front to back) and 10" high and will fit in a standard 36" sink base. E-mail us for an estimate on custom sizes.  For details on our other sink sizes, please view this PDF.

4. Caring for a Copper Sink - Many people ask if copper sinks are more delicate than others. The answer is yes and no. Copper is a softer metal than stainless steel, but it is still a resilient material able to withstand most of what goes on in a household sink.

The copper will turn brown as it is exposed to water. Over time the brown will even out so water drops and splashes will no longer be visible. It is not recommended to try to seal the copper so that it remains shiny and new looking.

You want to avoid cleaners such as Windex that contain ammonia or extended exposure to vinegar or lemon juice. By extended exposure we mean letting it dry. Washing those liquids down the drain will not harm your sink.

If the copper does turn green from contact with an acid or other chemical, it is possible to use a copper polish to clean the green area and return the copper to its new, shiny state. It will then need to begin the transition to brown again.

5. Copper and Human Health - Copper is an essential mineral for us and in a sink or counter setting, it has been proven to be a bacteria fighter - unlike stainless steel. For a full report, please visit Copper.org's health pages.