When people talk about composite sinks, they're usually talking about granite composite sinks. These aren't made completely of stone. Instead, a mixture of resin and stone is combined to create your sink.

Composite granite sinks do tend to be among the more expensive types of kitchen sink, but that doesn't mean you should automatically write them off when planning kitchen renovations. In fact, there are more than a few reasons why granite composite sinks are well worth the cost.

Appearance

Granite composite sinks come with plenty of practical benefits, but most people buy them simply because of how they look. Just as granite countertops provide a rich, prestigious air, so do granite composite kitchen sinks elevate the style of your home. They can turn the sink from an everyday item into a focal point of your kitchen, and they can blend seamlessly with your granite countertops.

Better yet, composite granite sinks offer extremely versatile designs. Remember how they are made using resin? All it takes is adding different dyes to the resin to create a whole host of different colours. That kind of colour versatility is unmatched by most other types of kitchen sink.

Eco-Friendliness

Granite is a very common type of stone that can be quarried at sites across the world. Using a natural and sustainable material is always going to be good for your eco-friendly credentials, and granite sinks are particularly good for the environment since you don't need to use a chemical cleaners to maintain them. When you use those chemical cleaners with other sinks, you're increasing the amount of chemicals that enter the water supply. Why let that happen when you could fit a granite composite sink instead?

Durability

Granite composite sinks are incredibly durable. Granite itself is formed under intense heat and enormous pressure. As such, it resists stains and scratches, and it can handle extremely hot pots and pans without fading or scorching. Of course, granite composite sinks are not invulnerable to damage, but they can last for decades if treated properly.

Low Maintenance

Unlike sinks made completely of granite, granite composite sinks do not need to be sealed. They arrive completely non-porous, so minimal maintenance is required throughout the sink's life. Additionally, their non-porous natural makes them extremely hygienic since bacteria can never gain a foothold.

Granite composite sinks might be more expensive than other kinds, but you'll benefit in terms of everything from eco-friendliness to durability, so aren't they starting to sound like they're worth the money?