The Rachiele® Journal

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They’re Showstoppers… Until They’re Not White fireclay and cast iron farmhouse sinks look incredible in showroom displays and Pinterest-perfect kitchens. But beneath the glossy finish lies a hard truth: these sinks may be more fragile than they appear—often hiding durability issues that can turn your dream kitchen into a costly regret. Before you commit, take a few minutes to read what most manufacturers and retailers won’t tell you. The information below is accurate and ver

Over the years I have had customers call me with a similar frustration. They have bought a luxury home and then discovered that their sink is inefficient and poorly made. Some contractors install standard double bowl sinks because they are inexpensive and readily available. Unfortunately, they are also impractical. When I speak to homeowners, many have made a significant investment in their kitchens, selecting specialty cabinets and custom countertops. Now, they are faced wit

Waterstone 9750 Extended reach pull down faucet shown in black and stainless steel. In my opinion, beyond style and finish, there are three very important things to consider when purchasing a faucet: Quality, Warranty and Faucet Reach. Before shifting my focus to creating one-of-a-kind custom sinks, I owned a company called Luxury Home Products. It was a large online company that sold ceiling fans, light fixtures, faucets, sinks, flooring, and more. Over time, we noticed tre

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

We build custom sinks in domestic 316L surgical-grade stainless. The L is the part that matters once the corners are welded. 316 and 316L are the same alloy family. Both carry molybdenum, which is why they resist chlorides better than 304. The difference is carbon. Straight 316 allows up to 0.08% carbon. 316L is held to 0.03% max. When you weld a sink corner, the heat-affected zone sits in the sensitization range, roughly 800 to 1500°F, long enough for carbon to pull chromium