A Fire Clay Sink, Not Just For The Bathroom Anymore.

What is a fire clay sink? Well, it is vitreous china sink with added quartz to make it stronger. It's like your bathroom sink but much harder.

These sinks are not only for washing dishes and preparing food, it's also a work of art. It will also be a centerpiece of attention.

Fire clay is mined from deep under the oceans. It was discovered to be very abundant around oil fields. Yup, oil fields, it was a layer needed to be drilled through when drilling for oil.

The finish on these sinks is a ceramic coating baked on under high heat and it melts into the surface of the clay, also called a glaze. This finish is very durable but it can chip if something is dropped on it. Repair kits are available to fix chips to a "like new" condition. Mild abrasives should not be used to clean the surface, but it's generally not needed because nothing sticks to it.

Fire clay sinks have been around for quite a while. It's the newest in kitchen trends, and a great way to get a different kitchen sink than everyone else.

They come in aproned, under mount, and self rimming mounting types. Farmhouse kitchens look best with an aproned sink. An under mount is spectacular under a granite or soapstone countertop. The two materials blend together very well and compliment each other fabulously. A self rimming will add that little something extra to your countertop, or even add one to your existing top.

Most manufacturers of these sinks offer great warranties due to the durability these sinks have. Warranted against stains and fading for ten years, the average warranty, but this is generally not a concern because of it's extremely hard finish. A coating of wax will aid in the drainage of these sinks, but is not necessary.

These sinks also come in a variety of styles, depths, and colors. There are prep sinks and bar sinks, in addition to the kitchen sink. There is sure to be one that will match your kitchen or decorating style. Fire clay not just for the bathroom anymore.