Sinks

How to Cover Your Outdoor Sink Bugs, leaves, and all sorts of flying debris can accumulate in your outdoor kitchen or bar sink almost daily.  This makes for an unsavory working environment. Debris and leaves can also stain or scratch your outdoor sink so it is best to keep the sink covered when not in use. To cover your outdoor sink, you have a few options. 1. The first is to cover just the sink itself with a hard sink cover. 2. You can also cover the sink and faucet with a fabric waterproof cover that is a custom fitted cover made for your sink and faucet configuration. 3. The third option is to cover the entire kitchen island or section with a large outdoor cover that will keep the entire cabinetry area, including the sink, countertop and any appliances, completely protected...

Do I Really Need a Sink in My Outdoor Kitchen? During the planning stage for your outdoor kitchen, you've probably given some thought to whether your not your really need or want an outdoor kitchen sink in your set up.  We all go through that calculation at some point with every appliance in our kitchen designs.  We would love to have it all - but is an outdoor kitchen sink worth the time, effort and money? The whole purpose of building an outdoor kitchen is to not just add convenience, but to get the whole cooking and entertaining process out of the house and your friends and guests outside.  Technically, a kitchen is not complete without a sink, indoors or out. If your goal is to both prep and entertain outside, then an outdoor kitchen sink is worth it. But, cooking and entertaini...

Things You Should Know Before Selecting a Stainless Steel Outdoor Sink When it comes to a kitchen sink that will be used outside, you want something that is both durable and attractive. Because local building codes and plumbing expenses can make installing a sink in an open-air kitchen a major undertaking, choose one that you really like that is attractive enough to justify the investment. Most kitchen sinks will operate great outside because they are designed to be used with water.  Stainless steel outdoor sinks are the go to choice for many outdoor cooking aficionados because they are available in a wide range of price points, sizes, shapes and bowl configurations. This makes it a bit easier to find one that will fit your needs and available space than other outdoor sink material opt...

How to Work the Plumbing for an Outdoor Kitchen Sink As with most plumbing devices, an outdoor kitchen sink needs a water supply and a drain. An outdoor kitchen sink works by hooking up a supply of water to an outdoor sink faucet. Water then drains into either a waste system or receptacle. Below, we'll explore your options for water supply and drainage for outdoor kitchen plumbing when building an outdoor kitchen and which is appropriate for your entertaining needs, your location and your budget. There are four sources of water supply that you can use for your outdoor kitchen sink: 1. indoor plumbing 2. garden hose 3. sprinkler system 4. self contained Where to drain an outdoor kitchen sink: 1. the household sewer system 2. a french drain or dry well 3. a septic sys...

Your outdoor kitchen planning is almost done, but have you considered an outdoor sink in your kitchen's layout? It is easy to get caught up in selecting the perfect grill, smoker or undercounter refrigerator as these are the showpieces of a typical outdoor kitchen. You know they will work perfectly out of doors as that is what they are made for. Sinks, which are by their very nature accustomed to being in wet conditions, will tolerate rain just fine. What about other extreme weather conditions? As you consider an outdoor sink for your al fresco cooking space, keep in mind these decision points and you will be able to easily narrow down the perfect sink for your entertaining style. 1. Outdoor Kitchen Sink Location Where your kitchen is located on your patio or deck is an importa...