How 'white' is the Bianca? I have white appliances &amp; would like the sink to be at least 'close' to a typical white appliance finish.
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Swanstone's Bianca is white with gray specks. Swanstone's website give you a closer look at the Bianca color: http://www.theswancorp.com/?page=colors (Bianca is in the "Granite" color section).
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I chose white because that was the color of the basin that we used in my family's kitchen when I was growing up back in the 50's. When my basin gets dinged, and with daily use as an outside basin it does get banged around a bit, the dark metal underneath shows through, making it look more and more like the old basin from my past. The dark blue enamel would probably hide signs of wear and tear better than the white does, and so dark blue might better suit the needs of someone of a more gentle persuasion.
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The sink looks great but takes a little more care to splash water to the edges of the bottom to ensure that everything gets washed down the drain. Example would be shavings emptied from an electric razor. I have a deep oval self-rimming Kohler sink at a second home that works much better as a sink... but doesn't provide the distinctive modern look of the rectangular undercount. It's a judgement call.
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Yes, I am very pleased with the depth of this sink but the quality of the finish is poor. I will eventaully replace it.
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CV....i am so glad you asked. I had bought a cream copper cleaner especially for this sink. When i rubbed the cream on, the finish started to come off, leaving a shiny, uneven copper color in place of the beautiful patina. It was so bad, I ordered another sink (not the same one, but very similar copper with a rope design around the rim--i actually like it even more). I discarded the copper cleaner and have put the renaissance cream on the new sink to protect it. I haven't used ANYTHING to clean it, considering dawn or a mild soap. so, buyer, beware!!
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I ended up buying a stainless steel sink from Blanco. I use Bar Keepers Friend on that and it works great.
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Hi MaryIt was average stiff I would say, but either way can be a bit aggravating at times. My sink area is not the easiest to work with because I have a small kitchen with very little counter space...in fact my washer sometimes "doubles" as counter space. Eventually I'll just have to find a house with a LOT more counter top.<G>
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My white sink doesn't show any stains. It's gorgeous! Get the stainless bottom grids and that will help keep it looking new. I love the low middle divider - it makes washing large pans very easy. I'd buy it again! Hope that helps.
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Brushed Nickel! Hands down! I thought of using chrome, but with the money I saved getting the Kraus faucet, it was a no brainer and it looks so much better than the chrome. One thing I might mention about the tall faucets. I notice, when I use the spray it goes all over the place. If you mount the faucet at the back of the sink, be sure you put it back far enough to avoid the spray over spraying, at least two to three inches. Also if you are doing a remodel bring the sink out from the cabinets. I did that to mine, but I could have brought it out another inch and a half. Just a suggestion, good luck Brushed Nickel! Hands down! I thought of using chrome, but with the money I saved getting the Kraus faucet, it was a no brainer and it looks so much better than the chrome. One thing I might mention about the tall faucets. I notice, when I use the spray it goes all over the place. If you mount the faucet at the back of the sink, be sure you put it back far enough to avoid the spray over spraying, at least two to three inches. Also if you are doing a remodel bring the sink out from the cabinets. I did that to mine, but I could have brought it out another inch and a half. Just a suggestion,... » Read More Brushed Nickel! Hands down! I thought of using chrome, but with the money I saved getting the Kraus faucet, it was a no brainer and it looks so much better than the chrome. One thing I might mention about the tall faucets. I notice, when I use the spray it goes all over the place. If you mount the faucet at the back of the sink, be sure you put it back far enough to avoid the spray over spraying, at least two to three inches. Also if you are doing a remodel bring the sink out from the cabinets. I did that to mine, but I could have brought it out another inch and a half. Just a suggestion, good luck « Show Less
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It's white on white and would not work well as a sink back splash. It's porous, and easily dented/torn/scarred.Looks great on the wall, but it's not durable. Sorry.
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I wouldn't say it's brushed, but more of a flat. It's just not shiny stainless. It matches my stainless steel sink.
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I have a dark tan colored sink and it cleans up great with Blanco Clean. I don't think the color of the sink matters very much for Blanco Clean to work well.
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It is brushed finished. It has a beautiful lustre to it and looks like sinks that cost double the price. I added polished chrome faucets and strainers, although many people choose brushed nickel. It's a beautiful result either way. Hope this helps.
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The Vibrant stainless is brushed. If you want to match a stainless steel sink, it would be better to go with the polished chrome.
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I ordered a brushed nickel faucet and drain. The faucet is one of those used for hot water dispensers - tall and slender. It looks VERY nice with the sink. BUT I haved brushed nickel throughout my house for faucets. I also have a cream colored wall behind the sink so the brushed nickel blends in better than a bronze one would. I didn't want it to jump out. Very nice sink though!
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I would be happy to assist you with your questions about the Hampton bay double sink. For the white finish the granuite is white with tan and gray veins.
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I used a white one on the bath tub. It works really well, you just want to make sure that you match with the color of the sink and let it dry completely. Hope it helps.