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Add some Old World personality to your kitchen with a sink made of natural stone. Though costly and requiring reinforced construction to hold this heavy material safely in place, a natural stone kitchen sink is as classy and classic as it gets.

Home owners who already have granite and marble countertops (or soapstone and limestone) can make the switch to a sink made from the same type of stone for a seamless and stylish look.

Which natural stone is the most durable? Which makes for the most beautiful sink?

Granite Sinks

Granite and marble countertops beg for beautiful complimentary sinks made from the same natural stone. Typically cut from a large slab as one whole basin or pieced together to match your counters, granite sinks are durable and can have a super-sleek finish.

If there is a drawback to a granite sink, it’s that composite granite sinks in particular can be damaged over time by cleaning chemicals. Be sure to use a non-toxic and mild cleaner for any natural stone sink. In fact, a mild natural dish soap and hot water will usually do the trick.

Marble Sinks

Speaking of granite and marble countertops, the marble sink is a really popular and stunning choice. A centuries-old choice for kitchen sink construction, marble does have the tendency to dull over time unless the sealant applied to the surface is extra resistant to chemicals and acidic foods.

Soapstone Sinks

Soapstone has such a pretty pattern to it and only needs an occasional oiling to keep the surface looking great, so this natural stone is a winner for modern kitchen sinks. So dense that it’s naturally resistant to odor and stain seepage and surface scratches, soapstone sinks are a very durable option with unique beauty from the veins of natural talc in the stone.

Several other natural stones, like limestone, create beautiful kitchen sink design with long-lasting strength. Ask your contractor or designer for kitchen style ideas that will make your natural stone sink one of the featured highlights of this room’s beautiful décor.

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