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It's not unusual to see a sink on an island, but some designers have very strong opinions against this layout for a kitchen, too. But is it the right choice for you?
A kitchen island is one of the top 10 most popular features in new homes, according to the latest survey from the National Assn. of Home Builders.
A: Usually for a standard-size kitchen island, you can use a small bar sink. If even a bar sink is too wide for your island, I do have a suggestion. Some manufacturers offer long and narrow sinks ...
A kitchen island without a sink . Originally published October 18, 2013 at 8:00 pm Updated October 18, 2013 at 10:01 pm . Share story. By . Ed Del Grande. Tribune Content Agency.
Q: Dear Ed: I'm remodeling my kitchen and want to add a kitchen island area. But, we are tight on room and the island needs to be very narrow. A standard island sink may be too wide. Do you have ...
Q. My new kitchen is going to have a large island with my double-bowl sink in it. The young plumber and my contractor want to use some newfangled thing that just fits under the cabinet. They call ...
Kitchen islands typically cost between $2,300 and $7,450 for the island itself (though costs can go from $100 to $10,000). This does not include the cost of labor to install the island.
Rather than limit yourself to a window or island position, consider your kitchen sink's location in relation to your individual space and needs. It could be that neither of these locations is right.