The Luxe-Looking Type Of Sink To Consider To Bring The Wow Factor To Your Kitchen

Want to know the recipe for a magazine-worthy kitchen? Pay attention to every little detail — even the often-overlooked kitchen sink. It's so easy to settle for builder-grade fixtures in kitchens (no offense to stainless steel sinks). But if elegant and luxurious are your ultimate design goals, you'll be happy to know there are tons of beautiful kitchen sink ideas to transform your space. Marble is one of them, and the most lavish option, if you ask us.

Pop this precious stone into the kitchen sink area and it'll instantly glam up the room while, of course, serving its intended purpose. Good looks aside, marble isn't affected by moderate heat, so your hot pots and pans can go directly from stove to sink. It's also fairly easy to clean with a non-abrasive sponge and mild dish soap (though maintenance is another story we'll get into later). All things considered, this type of sink can last a lifetime if you properly protect and care for your marble to avoid damage. Here are a few suggestions to make doing the dishes a tad dreamier, plus how to make an inky marbled sink work with your style.

Did you know, the marble family is quite varied and each flaunts a unique veining pattern? Carrara marble sits at the top of the list and its soft gray streaks and classic white base is a popular choice. This marble goes with most kitchen styles, whether traditional, farmhouse, or contemporary, but can typically run you around $2,000 to over $4,000. To get the iconic look for less, you can opt for this simulated fireclay sink from FaucetsFaucets for about $600. And, if you're looking for something ultra-modern, a Marquina marble sink would be your best bet. This one shows off white marks over a contrasting, black background — just like TerraMarbleDesing's $1700 dramatic option on Etsy.

Let's say you have extra wiggle room in your kitchen reno budget. In this case, you could get an integrated marble sink that seamlessly blends in with the worksurfaces. This means both the sink and countertop would be made from the same marble, turning the washing-up zone into a stunning design feature. However, if that's not an option, you could always amp up the luxe factor with a gold or brass faucet. 

As with any material, there are downsides of using marble for your kitchen sink. Since it's porous, you'll want to regularly seal the surface to make it more resistant to stains (especially if you often cook with curry and turmeric). Other than that, it doesn't get more statement-making than a kitchen piece carved from marble.