Outdoor & Garden Ideas
Farm Kitchen Sink
I grew up on a farm in the 40's, and one of the most pleasant things in our lives was sitting around the kitchen, which was the center of the household. Mom was an excellent cook, and I remember well the old farm kitchen sink, which was always a focal point.
Currently there are three primary types of kitchen sinks: self-rimming, under mount, and farm. Self-rimming, or drop-in sinks, sit on top of the counter top. This is the least attractive sink option, and the least practical, as the countertops cannot be wiped off directly into the sink. The rim prevents this from happening smoothly. Food particles get stuck between the sink and the counter top and breed bacteria and mold, which can, in turn attract pests.
Farm sinks are the most pleasing of all kitchen sinks. My mother had a one piece sink with high back that was a central part of the kitchen. She could do her canning, have room for supplies, and yet not need a great deal of counter space in the kitchen to hold other items. We had the sink, stove, and the kitchen table in our farm home. It was all we needed. Farm sinks are an entire sink unit which intentionally breaks the flow of the counter top as an appliance would. They have a finished front wall which leads directly up and over into the basin of the sink. Farm sinks are made of many materials. but the most attractive ones are made of granite, marble, or travertine. The rock travertine is a natural chemical precipitate of carbonate minerals; typically aragonite, but often recrystallized to or primary calcite; which is deposited from the water of mineral springs (especially hot springs) or streams saturated with calcium carbonate. When pure, travertine is white, but often is brown to yellow due to impurities. For the heavily-used kitchen, granite farm sinks are the most practical.
Sinks are getting more attention today, not only as design elements, but as practical features. My wife loves anything shabby chic, and we have been looking for a farm kitchen sink for our loft. We live in a 110 year old livery stable, and it is my heart's desire. We are fortunate enough to have the original hardwood floors, with all the "medals of honor" of bygone years, and a great kitchen that suits my need as an experienced chef.
There is the possibility that you don't have enough room for the sink that you want. In this case, a bump-out can be built. A bump-out is where the counter top and cabinet at the sink extend several inches away from the wall, out into the kitchen, to provide a bit more space for the sink. Bump-outs can be extremely attractive, especially to highlight a particularly beautiful sink.
All things considered, a farm kitchen sink is a lovely addition to any kitchen. I am a firm believer that cooking must be an experience, and one to relish. things need to be right in the home kitchen, and what better way than with a farm kitchen sink?
25 of 38 Review For Caroline Wooden Bench
Anonymous ( 2021-Jan-07 )
VERIFIED BUYER
★★★★★
assembmy was very easy and cmae with all we needed. Took maybe 20 minutes. Loks very nice and the middle table cool. Nice purchase. We are using it for our store front, so we will see how it does.
Marie ( 2020-Aug-01 )
VERIFIED BUYER
★★★★★
Modern, easy to move around, love it. However the warning sticker on the glass top table does not come off easily and leaves full square glue mark on glass. Also in description when buying it stated “ parasol” which I took to mean table would have hole for one, it doesn’t .
Anonymous ( 2020-Sep-05 )
VERIFIED BUYER
★★★★★
Very good product , straight forward to assemble with easily identifiable instruction marked on the pieces . Definitely recommend
Glenda ( 2020-Feb-24 )
VERIFIED BUYER
★★★★★
Sometimes slightly awkward to screw in but didn't take too long to construct. Looks lovely and green cushions are a nice touch! Highly recommended
Oliver ( 2021-Jan-03 )
VERIFIED BUYER
★★★★★
Three panel's slightly broken on delivery, not a good start. However, informed and supplied photographs to www.boisecloggers.com who quickly despatched replacements. All looking good at the moment
Caroline ( 2020-Sep-16 )
VERIFIED BUYER
★★★★★
Brilliant - easy to put together, I did it alone in about half hour and didn’t need to drill any holes (some reviews mentioned this) Looks great and fits shoes / boots easily as well as fitting in a small hallway without dominating it. Fabulous buy.
Lynn ( 2020-Jan-19 )
VERIFIED BUYER
★★★★★
There are just the two of us living at home so this is a very comfortable and useful set for us. It’s also very well-made, the cushions match beautifully with all the green, garden plants around and it looks quite wonderful on our patio.
Ashley ( 2020-Nov-10 )
VERIFIED BUYER
★★★★★
Excellent value for money.Easy to put together.Have lots of different vegetables planted.Looks well in corner of garden
Karen ( 2020-Jun-18 )
VERIFIED BUYER
★★★★★
Quite small and extremely lightweight. Thought they would be of better quality. You get what you pay for though
William ( 2020-Dec-02 )
VERIFIED BUYER
★★★★★
built it in under 2 hours also extra parts very happy arrived 2 days early as well
Samantha ( 2020-Jul-02 )
VERIFIED BUYER
★★★★★
Happy with delivery time, good quality, found two holes outa line could not put screw in no matter how you lined it up. One hole partly covered by plastic slat took ages to get screw in. One corner see picture damaged. Dont want replacement as took so long assembling it but would like a part refund Thank you Ruth Rampling
Katy ( 2020-Sep-11 )
VERIFIED BUYER
★★★★★
Fast delivery and good value for money. We love our sofa set. The instructions were easy to follow. L from London
Melissa ( 2020-Jul-20 )
VERIFIED BUYER
★★★★★
... But not exactly what I expected. I thought this would be more resin wicker than just resin carved to look like wicker
Kimie ( 2020-Feb-03 )
VERIFIED BUYER
★★★★★
Arrived on time well packaged easily erected and while it is early days appears to be waterproof. It has suffered the recent dreadful weather conditions and apparently survived so far so good. Very roomy and perfect for the reason it was purchased.
Susan ( 2020-Apr-30 )
VERIFIED BUYER
★★★★★
I love the color, it was fairly easy to assemble. Not too many pieces. Arrived super fast. The price is reasonable. Lodurable. Hop
Sarah ( 2020-Feb-13 )
VERIFIED BUYER
★★★★★
10/18 - so far this bench has held up in the AZ sun, wind and rain. I have not applied any treatment as I preferred that it weather naturally. It was purchased 5/17.
Julie ( 2020-Jul-28 )
VERIFIED BUYER
★★★★★
It’s perfect , just like the advertised photo. Good value for money, comfortable and decorative for my small patio.
Sue ( 2020-Dec-19 )
VERIFIED BUYER
★★★★★
Very smart in dark grey though heavier than I had imagined. Looks really nice painted up with small summer plants.
Bianca ( 2020-Jan-09 )
VERIFIED BUYER
★★★★★
A really nice product fits nice on my balcony and great service
Tina ( 2020-Jun-16 )
VERIFIED BUYER
★★★★★
Really pleased with garden furniture and also delivered earlier than planned. Thanks
Alexandra ( 2020-Aug-08 )
VERIFIED BUYER
★★★★★
Great size for all my outdoor cushions. Built it my myself in just under an hour. Relatively straight forward build, it hasn’t rained yet so hopefully will prove to be waterproof when it does!!
Kathy ( 2020-May-07 )
VERIFIED BUYER
★★★★★
looks fabulous on my kitchen window ledge filled with all my favourite herbs.
Jamie ( 2020-Oct-08 )
VERIFIED BUYER
★★★★★
Is as described and fairly straightforward to put together. Just be aware that whilst there is free delivery over £40, if you change your mind you'll be response for return costs, which for furniture can be quite pricey.
Joe ( 2020-Oct-08 )
VERIFIED BUYER
★★★★★
Excellent price and delivery service. Easily put together and comprehensive instructions regarding care and treatment of the wood were enclosed. Only one minor minus point - a couple of pre-engineered joints did not fit together tightly (see photo of one of these joints). In all honesty, this would not be criticised, or probably even noticed, by users of the bench. Except me.
Tracey ( 2020-Oct-17 )
VERIFIED BUYER
★★★★★
I really like it for my front porch. I wanted another color but it was sold out by the time I tried to order it.