Have had it installed for a little over a week now and I love how easy it makes kitchen chores. Washing a large pan or heavy crock pot is so simple now. I added a roll-out dish rack (also from Kraus) and now those large pots and pans can dry without taking up space in the sink or on the counter too.
The garbage disposal is quieter now when using the solid drain cover. I only need to remove it to dump coffee grounds. Small waste still flows easily into the drain while the cover is in place. The look of the sink with the cover in place is also much improved.
I've used the chopping board once, and having it directly over the drain is a convenience I didn't know I needed. I normally use my chopping board in "landscape" mode, so the orientation is off for me, but I'll get used to it.
I've only bothered to wipe the sink down once, with a dry sponge. It removed the spots without using cleaner. Probably will continue that at regular weekly intervals.
I upgraded from a two-bowl sink with garbage disposal, so having only the center-mounted garbage disposal with this sink freed up a ton of space underneath in the cabinet. I was able to put all of the items I had under there previously, plus the two new accessories (chopping board and drainer).
Having the right tools and an occasional second pair of hands is essential if installing yourself. I had to test fit the new sink several times to ensure proper alignment with the existing cut-outs in the countertop, and to mark holes in the new sink for the faucet and air gap cover. I then had to drill the stainless steel with the appropriate-sized carbide tipped hole saw. Fortunately, the hole placement wasn't impacted much by the steel rails mounted under the sink edges. Drilling through those would have been more difficult.
I'm very happy with how it all came together and with how the sink performs. It's well designed, highly functional, and looks great.
| Brand | Kraus |
|---|---|
| Color | Sink |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Size | 30 Inch |
| Product Dimensions | 22"D x 30"W x 9.5"H |
| Style | Drop In Workstation |
| Installation Type | Drop In |
| Finish Type | Satin |
| Shape | Rectangular |
| Drain Type | Grid |
| Item Weight | 27.6 Pounds |
| Product Care Instructions | Wipe with Dry Cloth |
| Manufacturer | Kraus |
| Part Number | KWT310-30 |
| Item Weight | 27.6 pounds |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Item model number | KWT310-30 |
| Finish | Satin |
| Pattern | Sink |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Number Of Pieces | 1 |
| Included Components | SINK, DISH GRID, STRAINER and DRAIN COVER, BAMBOO CUTTING BOARD, 5-PIECE CHEF’S KIT INCLUDES: ROLL-UP DISH DRYING RACK |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Warranty Description | Lifetime Warranty |
