Jan 07 2010
Adding an utility sink
Posted by Rosalind,
Adding an utility sink to the floor of your mudroom makes it practical for tasks such as cleaning up pets or muddy boots. By being a easy to clean unit, an utility sink makes tackling large jobs simple and offers you plenty of storage. Installing a utility sink offers you the flexibility of installing it as a floor sink or a countertop basin. However one of these sinks can sometimes be the source for water related problems. Environmental and personnel contamination by soiled utility sink aerosols help contribute to these infections. The use of infection control measures, including discontinued use of the soiled utility sink, results in a significantly lower infection rate.
8 Responses to “Adding an utility sink”
I know that utility sinks are know for their large basins and accessibility and are great for handling large jobs. They are great for the laundry room or gardening shed, utility sinks differentiate themselves from the console sink by usually having a deep rectangular basin.
I know that these utility sinks add functionality to my laundry room or provide a place for cleaning, food preparation or hand washing. These sinks are made of strong and durable stainless steel and come in several shapes and sizes to suit a variety of situations.
I think a utility sink needs to accommodate larger objects than your standard kitchen or bathroom sink. Everyday tasks such as filling up a bucket to mop or washing a pet can be easier and more sanitary than using a bath or shower.
I usually find a utility sink in a mud room, a garage, or a basement laundry room. Even though utility sinks are for dirty tasks, it does not mean that they must be dirty looking.
I usually browse utility sinks in plumbing supply stores to find the lowest prices from Kohler, Elkay and Chicago Faucets. I then narrow my search by price range, product specification, store, or style. Lastly I calculate my tax and shipping charges.
These utility sinks are durable enough and equipped to accommodate heavy duty cleaning jobs in locations such as a utility room, mudroom, basement or garage. I have seen some people use these utility sinks in the kitchen as a prep area for food or soaking dishes as well as arts and crafts.
I know that these utility sinks are sometimes referred to as laundry sinks or laundry tubs. They are distinguished from regular sinks primarily by their size. These counter top utility sinks are wider and deeper than traditional kitchen sinks.
These utility sinks are so versatile that you would find that there are lots more things that you can clean in them than you would have initially imagined. I was surprised that some of these utility sinks also have the option of having spigots for use as a drinking fountain.