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The Rachiele® Journal
Insights on design, craftsmanship, and the modern kitchen.
How to find someone to cut your granite when replacing your sink.
If you are replacing your tired double bowl sink with a new custom workstation sink, you will need a plumber and someone to cut your stone. Ask your countertop supplier: If you purchased your granite countertop from a supplier or contractor, they may be able to recommend a professional who can cut the countertop for your new sink. Search online directories: There are several online directories and marketplaces, such as HomeAdvisor, Houzz.com or Angie's List that can connect

Dino Rachiele
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316L vs 316 Stainless, 304L vs 304L Stainless
We take pride in creating our custom sinks with only the best materials, and that includes using high-grade domestic 316L stainless steel. Why 316L? Unlike standard 316 stainless steel, 316L has a lower carbon content. This makes it more resilient against rust and corrosion, ensuring that your sink will stand the test of time, even in the harshest of conditions. 316L is even more scratch resistant than the 304 alloy. But that's not all. Our special Millennia stainless sinks a

Dino Rachiele
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Avoid Remodeling Regrets: Top Sink Considerations Before You Renovate
It is crucial to strike a balance between function and cost when designing a kitchen, as most of us work within budget constraints. In...

Dino Rachiele
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How a Custom Sink Is Made, From Sheet Metal to Finished Bowl
A look at how we build a custom sink, from the fiber laser that cuts the metal to the corners our artisans finish by hand.

Dino Rachiele
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Comparing Workstation Sinks: Why Craftsmanship Sets Rachiele® Apart
Selecting the right workstation sink is no small decision. To make the process easier, I’ve put together a couple of charts that...

Dino Rachiele
1 min read


Integrity Matters
Back in the fall of 2022, we shipped two sinks to our customers, Lois and Jack. They had changed the size of the bar sink last minute,...

Dino Rachiele
1 min read
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