The sink guide
Four short chapters on choosing, using and caring for the hardware that keeps the busiest corner of your kitchen working.
Measure your drain opening before buying — most kitchen sinks take a 3.5" (89 mm) basket. Look for 304 stainless steel for rust resistance, and a fine perforation that catches scraps while letting water through quickly. Keep a spare so one can dry while the other works.
Drying racks that sit over the sink drain straight into the basin, so water never reaches the worktop. Roll-up silicone racks store flat and double as a trivet. For small kitchens, a telescopic shelf adds a tier without drilling.
Food-grade silicone is dishwasher safe and heat-resistant — ours up to 230 C / 446 F. Wash before first use, dry fully to avoid trapped moisture, and avoid abrasive scourers that can mark the surface. Our food-contact pieces are made from material compliant with FDA 21 CFR 177.2600 and LFGB tested.
A simple mesh screen over the drain stops the build-up that causes slow draining. Empty it into the bin rather than pushing scraps through. Rinse strainers and screens daily — a thirty-second habit that prevents most blockages.