Easy Care, Matte Hand-Finished Type 316 Stainless Steel Sinks - Look like new decades from now! Marine Grade Stainless Sinks.
Matte Hand Finished Stainless Steel Sinks (Looks just like Zinc) - Easily our most popular!
Looking for something that is easier to care for than typical stainless steel? Type 316 Marine Grade Matte Hand-Finished Stainless is the way to go. Are you dealing with pads on the bottom of your sink to protect it from scratches? I have a great solution.
Looking for a stainless sink that will look new forever? Looking for a kitchen sink made of zinc but you heard zinc is very soft? Well, you have just found both solutions. I have come up with a stainless that scratches and scuffs can be buffed out with a Scotchbrite Pad and looks exactly like zinc AND happens to be our least expensive option.
The SOLUTION:
I came up with an idea a many years ago. This new hand finish solves many problems and, as a side benefit, looks awesome! The end result looks exactly like Zinc - without the pitfalls of using Zinc for a sink our counter top. I am sure you are aware zinc is very soft and will dent easily and can warp out of shape easily. When you scratch this stainless finish, it is simple to remove the scratch at home and obtain the original finish. That process is impossible with the typical brushed stainless used in most sinks.
We buy unfinished stainless and apply our own finish - the last step we apply a hand rubbed finish using a Red Scotch Brite pad to achieve a soft matte rustic look on the stainless steel. Just buff out minor scratches and blend in with the original finish using the Scotch Brite pad I send along with every sink.
The BENEFITS:
Minor scratches and scuffs can be easily removed by using a red Scotch Brite pad that we send along with each sink.Warmer look than brushed stainless (looks much like zinc) This finish is not quite as reflective as brushed stainless - however it is the exact same color. It will look great with your existing stainless appliances. You can order a sample online. Just click here. Click on the images below and hold while sliding to the left to see all photos. We use only domestic (made in the USA) 16 gauge 316 Marine Grade Stainless Steel. If you want the easiest care stainless sink, consider getting a hand hammered sink. You can easily make it look brand new in less than 2 minutes using the Scotch Brite Pad we send with the sink. No need for protective grids for the bottom of our Matte Hand-Finished Stainless Sinks.
All of our hand finished Matte stainless sinks will have the option for a small 1/8" radius in every corner. This is something other custom shops do not, or cannot do. Our standard stainless sinks will have a hairline seam and zero radius corners. I have invested in sophisticated equipment and the finest craftstman to allow this type of premium work.
316 Marine Grade Stainless is more expensive because it provides a higher corrosion resistance, especially against chlorides and chlorinated solutions. This makes stainless 316 more desirable in applications where salt exposure is an issue. In such applications, 316 stainless will last longer than 304, providing you with extra years of life and usage. Second best has never been an option for my customers. If you are looking for the absolute best stainless sink, I will gladly assist you in designing one to suit your needs.
New Grid and Sponge Caddy Design
Check out our Matte Hand-Finished Sinks. They are finished by hand, unique, and easy to care for.
This photo shows a small top mount retrofit Matte Hand-Finished Stainless workstation farmhouse sink with a rear deck for a faucet and soap dispenser.
You would think this sink was made of Zinc, but it is my Matte Hand-Finished stainless. I introduced type 316 Marine Grade Stainless to all of our Matte Hand-Finished Stainless Sinks in May of 2018.
This is a Matte Hand-Finished Apron front Signature Series sink that our client asked for hammering. This sink was a retro fit sink that replaced an existing granite apron front sink. It is shown with optional sponge caddy (right) stainless grid and poly cutting board.
This is a Heavily Hammered Matte Hand-Finished under mount sink. You may request either normal or heavy hammering when you order a sink.
This is a Hammered Matte Hand-Finished Signature Series Apron Sink. This sink looks just like zinc. Pictures do not do this justice. Make sure you order a sample to see how beautiful this finish is. There is a tremendous amount of hand-work on a sink like this, but the end result is worth it!
This is a Matte Hand-Finished retro-fit top mount 33" by 22" single bowl sink that replaced an exisiting double bowl under mount sink.
This is a Matte Hand-Finished finish on an 18" by 18" by 7" deep Signature Series prep sink showing a sponge caddy.
This is just one example of the difference between a Rachiele sink and most others. The retail price on this Franke Under Mount PKX11028 28 3/4" sink is $2399. What other "Luxury Brands" pass off as first quality would be put in our scrap bin. Rachiele leads the industry in quality and innovation.
