Review of German kitchen sinks

The products of German factories have been renowned for their quality for over 150 years. This fully applies to plumbing products (components). It is useful to find out what the German industry has to offer in this segment now.

Comparison with products from other countries will help to determine the specifics of German kitchen sinks. Plumbing made in Germany is not inferior to:

• italian beauty and perfection of the design concept;
• Spanish - for a variety of decorative styles and geometric shapes;
• American - by external impressiveness and solid appearance;
• french - in terms of aesthetic taste and elegance.

In the production process of German products, the most advanced technologies are used. Such developments allow to ensure durability of operation and ease of use. Designs made in a modern neutral style prevail. German kitchen sinks are made of high-strength stainless steel or custom-made artificial stone. Each manufacturer tries to offer its own method of obtaining a synthetic stone and to patent it.

German factories offer a wide range of sinks. You can find both the simplest square products and intricate corner plumbing. There are sinks with additional elements and accessories:

• wing;
• bowl;
• colander;
• cutting board.

Among the German kitchen sinks, the company's products stand out. Schock. Her products are in demand all over the world. It was at this enterprise that in 1979 they received a patent for a granite composite. Soon the first mass-produced granite sink appeared.Other European companies have just "picked up" this trend and are using exactly the same technology of the late 1970s.

The Schock brand sells:

• round;
• quadrangular;
• corner sinks.

All of these options can have a wing. The installation method also differs: traditional tie-in or under-table installation. Mounting the sink under the countertop is possible without additional steps. The exception is modification VENUS 50D. There is a difference in design, there are two main collections: traditional Cristalite and premium Cristadur. Schock designers have managed to achieve a laconic look of finished products without compromising their functionality.

According to the manufacturer himself, his products:

• does not crack when kitchen utensils fall;
• not scratched with knives and forks;
• resistant to boiling water;
• produced by technology that excludes surface fading during the entire service life.

Schock production is entirely located in the German city of Regen. Selected materials are supplied to this enterprise. The technological process is not mechanized, and manual execution of operations allows to achieve a brilliant result. All assembled products are subject to scrupulous checks.

Washing can be an alternative. Blanco Dalago 5, equipped with a seat for a mixer and additional accessories. Dombracht products belong to the luxury category... The world famous designer Singer is working on the development of sinks of this brand. The design achieves an optimal balance between external beauty and functionality. Dombracht engineers have tried to ensure the separation of washing and working processes.

Despite this, the sink will take up relatively little space. The Universal model is equipped with a multifunctional sink and a relatively shallow bowl... The developers have well thought out the design of the kitchen mixers. Most have a retractable part, which greatly facilitates the work.

Blanco is one of the most famous and popular German companies. She supplies not only the sinks themselves, but also faucets and accessories. The firm uses:

• stainless steel;
• synthetic stone;
• ceramics.

The Blanco line includes both mortise, overlay and integrated models. The manufacturer states that it is committed primarily to creating the most efficient working environment in the kitchen. The second stated goal is to save workspace. In the production of Blanco, the so-called silgranite is used (a modern composite containing 4/5 granite and 1/5 acrylic resin binder). This combination allows:

• eliminate the appearance of pores;
• increase the strength of the product;
• prevent scratches;
• increase resistance to temperature fluctuations.

Blanco stainless steel constructions look laconic. There are options with matte sheen and mirror polish. Among the additional accessories that are combined with specific sinks, noteworthy are:

• cutting boards;
• dish baskets;
• colander.

If you need to choose an elite sink, take a look at Duravit products. The assortment includes 2 lines of ceramic sinks. These products are characterized by straight lines, comfortable bowls and perfectly designed surfaces.

Cassia products are made as if they were handcrafted. Sinks are also very popular. from Teka. This company has been operating since 1924 and has managed to become one of the world's largest associations for the production of kitchen sanitary ware. There are 13 Teka companies operating in the EU alone. It is corporate policy to use only certified materials.

Knowing that high-quality and beautiful-looking products are made in Germany, it is very difficult to make the right decision. But accounting for the form allows you to solve this problem. Square sinks are comfortable and can look very diverse (they have the largest assortment). But rectangular products are better suited for narrow countertops. In order to save space, it is worth choosing triangular designs.

Blanco Tipo 45S Mini is the leader among the cut-in steel models. Its advantages are:

• high drain performance;
• graceful appearance;
• excellent corrosion resistance;
• the possibility of using detergents.

Schock grando 90 deserves more attention than many other overhead granite sinks. The manufacturer guarantees:

• resistance to ultraviolet rays;
• convenience of draining water;
• excellent equipment;
• glass fiber reinforcement.

When it comes to overhead steel sinks, Blanco Zerox 400/550-T-U is a good choice. This is a high-tech product. The washbasin is wide enough for almost all needs. The sink is equipped with a large, comfortable wing. The developers have taken care of excellent sound insulation.

A novelty in the range of the German manufacturer of kitchen sinks Teka. An overview of the Zenit series sink with a radius of 15 mm and a depth of 200 mm, see below.