Prep Sink Depth

My island is 4 5 x 5 and the sink has to fit into.

Prep sink depth.

The depth of kitchen sink bowls has gradually increased over the past decade or so. Shallow sinks allow for easier reaching and prep work. I m getting ready to order sinks faucets etc. They are extremely durable and are usually significantly longer and deeper than a standard residential kitchen sink.

For pricing and availability. A single bowl sink with an offset drain requires a shallower bowl due to the fact that all of the work will be done in the bottom of the sink instead of half in and half out like a cookie sheet would be washed in a double bowl sink. That seems a bit small to me. Superior sinks 18 in l x 16 in w brushed satin stainless steel undermount residential bar sink.

And am wondering what size prep sinks people have found most useful. Some prep sinks come with a depth of just a few inches and are often installed alongside a standard sink for washing dishes or cleaning. Your existing sink may be only 5 or 51 2 inches deep although today s sinks are usually between 6 and 8 inches deep. Commercial sinks are typically used in restaurants or hospitality environments.

Premier copper products 15 in l x 15 in w oil rubbed bronze copper commercial residential prep sink. They also make a 12x18 and a 14x16. Sinks as deep as 10 and even 12 inches are not uncommon because deep sinks have their advantages.