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Building, renovating, or changing any aspect of a business can take a long time. Many tend to focus on only certain details, often forgetting the essentials – such as sinks and other janitorial units. Finding the best commercial sink unit for your business is crucial and may not be as straightforward as you might think – but luckily, we’re here to help! Here’s everything you need to know when shopping around.
What is the sink going to be used for?
The first thing that you will need to consider before choosing the best commercial sink for your business is what it will be used for.
If you run a restaurant, will the sink be for cleaning the dishes, washing the employees’ hands, in the public bathroom, etc.?
On the other hand, you could be running a busy hospital department needing hygienic sinks for the operating rooms, patient rooms, bathrooms, and so on. Whatever the case, be it a school, a catering business, a funeral home, or otherwise, you will need to have sinks adapted to your specific use and daily demands. After all, it’s all about hygiene.
Consider the frequency at which your sinks will be used, what they will be used to clean (products, food, hands, etc.), and the kinds of chemicals that you will use in them – is it best to opt for a ceramic finish, or a stainless steel build that stands the test of time?
Ideally, you will need a strong material that will last you for decades to come. You do not want to have to replace your sinks frequently, and, sadly, not all materials will be suited to your area. For example, many materials can get damaged under harsh chemicals, severe temperatures, and simple overuse.
This is why the best material for commercial sinks is always stainless steel. It’s strong, long-lasting, and can withstand chemicals, temperatures, and intensive daily use. It will not fade, scratch, or get damaged in the ways that other materials typically can. It is also much more affordable than most other materials – and will generally suit the style of any business with its classic yet modern sheen. A commercial stainless steel sink unit looks the part, stays clean, and won’t cause you any financial headaches.
How big does the sink need to be?
Based on what the sink will be used for, you will be able to better determine the ideal dimensions for your given space. Does it need to be wide and deep for medical purposes, or relatively small and easy to clean for bathroom purposes? A commercial kitchen sink unit, too, may need extra space than most.
Consider height, too. For example, in certain bathrooms, such as those for disabled people or for children in schools, your sinks will need to be built lower down and easy to access.
On the other hand, sinks in hospital operating rooms and kitchens will need to be fairly tall, deep, and robust.
The size of your sink will also largely depend on the space that you have available. The more limited the room, the more you will need modifiable material. Materials such as ceramic are not easy to work with, and often spaces have to be suited to them, not the other way around.
Again, stainless steel is the perfect option for the business that demands versatility. Thanks to its flexibility and strength, it’s easy to find a custom or bespoke option to fit almost any space and purpose. In fact, Vantage is always happy to consult on bespoke sink fabrication – just get in touch with our team!
How many sink compartments do you need?
Something that many tend to forget to consider is the number of sink compartments they’ll need from day to day, focusing instead on size and finish as a priority.
But sink compartments can be crucial. For example, in bathrooms, one compartment is enough to wash one set of hands at a time. However, in restaurants and businesses that need to wash equipment frequently, there’s typically a need for two or more.
Not only will you often have mountains of things to wash, but you will also need multiple compartments for different chemicals being used, letting certain items soak, rinsing off, etc.
Look for a multi-compartment option, where possible, if you need to deep clean items and accessories regularly (not just your hands!). A commercial double sink unit will likely tick plenty of boxes.
What kind of setting do you need around your sink?
Finally, aside from the sink itself, you will also need to consider what kind of setting you will need around it. For example, do you need a freestanding sink, a unit with a side table, or a unit with a storage compartment or unit built underneath? There’s no correct answer – and if you take a look at our catalogue, you’ll see that there’s plenty to pick from.
Again, your ideal choice will depend on what you need the sink for and what kind of space you have available. For example, sinks in schools usually stand alone, whereas units in restaurants and general hospitality need some space built into the side for drying – and underneath for storage, too.
The same applies for health centres and hospital departments. Some sinks (for public use) may need to be built as standalone, whereas, in operating and professional scenarios, storage and draining areas are crucial.
Conclusion
Choosing the right commercial sink unit for your business can take some time. It’s never wise to opt for a simple sink unit if you know you’re going to be taking on a lot of cleaning work – and that you’ll need elbow room and compartments to do your job properly from day to day.
For help getting the best commercial sink units for your business, Vantage’s team is always on hand to help. We have worked with businesses of all sizes with bespoke and to-fit sinks, sluices, troughs and more – no matter your industry and no matter your demand, we’ll help you find that perfect fit.
For more information about our stainless steel sinks and our extended product range, contact us on 01327313130, or email us at sales@vantageproducts.co.uk. Alternatively, take a look through our range and see what appeals to you!