Kitchen Basin in Pakistan: Steel, Granite and Ceramic Basins, Single and Double Types, Sizes, Installation, Drain and Tap Needs and Indicative Rates
A kitchen basin is the washing bowl set into your counter, and in Pakistan the word is often used for the kitchen sink itself, with steel basins the most common. This page covers steel, granite and ceramic basins, single and double types, sizes, installation, drain and tap needs and indicative rates. For sizes see kitchen sink sizes, for steel see SS kitchen sinks and for bowls see kitchen sink bowls. Taps are covered at kitchen sink taps.
Basin materials
- Stainless steel. Light, tough and affordable.
- Granite composite. Scratch resistant and quiet, heavier and costlier.
- Ceramic or fireclay. Classic look, heavy and can chip.
Kitchen basin rates
These indicative ranges show common retail figures for the basin only.
| Basin | Indicative range |
|---|---|
| Single bowl stainless basin | PKR 5,000 - 24,900 |
| Double bowl stainless basin | PKR 12,000 - 30,900 |
| Basin with drainboard | PKR 9,400 - 30,900 |
| Granite composite basin | PKR 25,000 - 80,000 |
| Ceramic or fireclay basin | PKR 30,000 - 100,000 |
| Plumber and fitting | PKR 1,000 - 3,500 |
Prices move with brand, model, size and stock. Use these ranges to judge a quote, then compare the exact model and what is included.
Single or double
A single basin fits big pots, while a double basin lets you wash and rinse separately. A basin with a drainboard gives a place to rest dishes. Choose by cabinet width, see double kitchen sinks.
Sizes and fitting
Standard single basins are about 24 by 18 inches and double basins about 32 to 45 inches wide. A drop-in basin sits on the counter, while an undermount basin fits under a stone counter. Use the template supplied for the cut-out.
Drain and tap needs
Check the drain size and position, the strainer included and the number of tap holes. A single-hole basin takes a single lever tap. Fixed plumbing and gas work should be done by a licensed plumber or gas fitter. Seal the rim with silicone.
Care
Rinse after use, clean with mild soap and a soft sponge and remove scale with vinegar. Keep the strainer clear and avoid steel wool, which scratches steel and composite.
What to check before buying
- Grade and thickness. 304 steel, thick gauge.
- Size and cut-out. Match your cabinet.
- Noise. Pads and underseal.
- Warranty. Written.
Before you decide
Measure your cabinet and counter, decide how you wash and choose the basin to match. Compare a few models in the shop, tap them to hear the noise and check the finish. A good basin lasts for decades, so buy for the long term. Ask the seller whether the basin comes with a strainer, waste coupling and mounting clips, since missing parts delay fitting. Also confirm whether sound-deadening pads are fitted, and check the weight of the basin by lifting it, since a very light basin usually means thin steel that dents and rings under running water.
Frequently Asked Questions
The washing bowl set into the kitchen counter, also called a kitchen sink. Steel basins are the most common in Pakistan. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay.
A single bowl steel basin is about PKR 5,000 to 24,900, a double bowl about PKR 12,000 to 30,900 and granite composite about PKR 25,000 to 80,000. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the seller before ordering.
Stainless steel is light and affordable, granite composite is scratch resistant and quiet, and ceramic has a classic look but is heavy. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the seller before ordering. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit.
Single suits big pots and small counters, double lets you wash and rinse at once. 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.
Cut the counter using the template, fit the basin with sealant, connect the waste and tap and seal the rim. Plumbing should be done by a licensed plumber. If you are unsure, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise.
Yes, we supply across Pakistan. Share the quantity, the size or rating and the place of use on WhatsApp. You get a written rate with the exact model, what is included and the warranty, ready to compare with any other seller. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit.
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