Common market sizes
These are sizes commonly stocked, in inches (width by depth). Exact sizes vary by maker.
| Sink | Common sizes |
|---|---|
| Small single bowl | 18 x 16 in, 20 x 18 in |
| Standard single bowl | 24 x 18 in, 26 x 20 in |
| Large single bowl | 30 x 18 in, 32 x 18 in |
| Single bowl with drainboard | 32 x 18 in, 36 x 20 in, 40 x 20 in |
| Double bowl | 32 x 18 in, 36 x 18 in, 40 x 20 in |
| Double bowl with drainboard | 45 x 20 in, 50 x 20 in |
Prices move with brand, model, size and stock. Use these ranges to judge a quote, then compare the exact model and what is included.
Cabinet width needed
The base cabinet should be at least 3 inches wider than the sink, so a 24 inch sink needs a 30 inch cabinet and a 36 inch sink needs a 42 inch cabinet. Sinks with drainboards need longer runs. Check the cabinet inside width, since thick boards reduce it.
Single or double bowl
Single bowls suit big pots and trays in small kitchens. Double bowls help families that wash and rinse. A drainboard gives a drying area but needs counter length. See double kitchen sinks for layouts.
Handmade and custom sizes
Handmade sinks can be made to custom sizes to fit a counter or to give deeper, larger bowls. They cost more and take a few days. Ask the maker for a drawing and the steel gauge. Check that the corners and depth suit your needs.
Bowl depth
Typical depth in the Pakistani market is 7 to 10 inches. Deeper bowls take big pots but are harder on the back. See kitchen sink bowls.
Matching sink to counter
- Measure the counter. Length and depth.
- Choose the sink. Leave space for a tap and a back margin of 2 to 3 inches.
- Check the cut-out. From the sink template.
- Plan the tap. Hole position and reach.
- Confirm the cabinet. Width and pipe positions.
Common mistakes
Ordering a sink without measuring the cabinet, forgetting the tap and back margin and choosing a sink too small for large pots are common. Check the template before the counter is cut.
Indicative rates by size
These ranges show common retail figures.
| Sink | Indicative range |
|---|---|
| Small single bowl | PKR 5,000 - 10,000 |
| Standard single bowl | PKR 8,000 - 18,000 |
| Large single bowl with drainboard | PKR 12,000 - 28,000 |
| Double bowl | PKR 12,000 - 30,900 |
| Handmade custom size | PKR 20,000 - 70,000 |
Prices move with brand, model, size and stock. Use these ranges to judge a quote, then compare the exact model and what is included.
Before you decide
Measure the counter and the cabinet, choose from common sizes first and go custom only if needed. Ask the supplier for the exact size and cut-out template, and have the mason cut the counter from the real sink. See kitchen sink sizes for the general guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Small single bowls of 18 by 16 inches, standard single bowls of 24 by 18 inches, large single bowls of 30 by 18 inches, double bowls of 32 to 40 inches and drainboard models up to 45 to 50 inches. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis.
At least 3 inches wider than the sink, so a 24 inch sink needs a 30 inch cabinet. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the seller before ordering. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit.
Yes, handmade sinks can be made to custom sizes, at higher cost and with a few days' lead time. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the seller before ordering. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit. If you are unsure, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise.
Typically 7 to 10 inches. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit. If you are unsure, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis.
Measure the counter, leave tap and back margins, check the cut-out template and confirm the cabinet width and pipe positions. If you are unsure, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis.
Usually the same working day once you send the quantity, the size or rating and a photo. The reply is a written rate with the model, warranty and delivery listed, so you can compare it against other quotes line by line. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit.