The average 24″ sink base cabinet comfortably accommodates a standard 22″ sink; be sure to consider the depth of your sink when planning storage inside the base cabinet.
Measure the opening width under your existing sink (or where the new one will be installed) from left to right. This measurement is your cabinet size. Then, allow at least 2-3 inches on both sides for mounting hardware. For example, a 36" cabinet can accomodate a 30-32" sink.
f you want a sink bigger than 22-inches but still compact enough to fit in a smaller kitchen, a 24-inch sink may make sense. This size is great for food prep and basic cleaning tasks but may not be spacious enough for larger pots and pans.
The most common sink sizes for a 30-inch cabinet are 24 to 27 inches wide. These sizes offer a comfortable fit within the cabinet and provide enough room for daily use.
Most styles of sink work in small kitchens, as long as the sink is roughly between 22 and 24 inches. Anything more than 27 inches runs the risk of being too big and overpowering your kitchen, as well as taking up valuable counter space. As you have less space, a single bowl sink may be the better option.
The average 24″ sink base cabinet comfortably accommodates a standard 22″ sink; be sure to consider the depth of your sink when planning storage inside the base cabinet.
Dawn 22" Undermount Stainless Steel Kitchen Sink
This little gem measures overall at a little less than 22" left to right. This allows this sink to very easily fit in a 24" sink base cabinet.
Another larger option, that provides more variety in its use is a 29" double bowl sink. This sink will fit in your 30" kitchen sink base cabinet and provide you with two 16x13"basins.
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General rule of thumb is actual sink should be 3" in actual width less than the sink base for smooth fit. However if you notch the sides of the cabinet, you should be able to get something as tight as 1.5 less than cabinet to fit.
TIP: Standard cabinet sizes are in 3” increments. I.E.: 27”, 30”, 33”, 36”, etc. In general your sink should be at least 2-3” smaller than your cabinet size.
When choosing the size of a kitchen sink, consider the available space in your kitchen, your cooking and cleaning habits, the size of your countertops, and the size of your cabinets. It's important to find a sink that fits well within your kitchen layout and meets your specific needs.
Kitchen sink length:
The standard length is 30-33 inches, but varies whether you have 1 or 2 bowls. Some double bowl models range up to 48 inches. A single bowl sink will have one basin.
Standard-sized kitchen sinks measure 22 inches by 30 inches.
While the front-to-back measurement of the sink typically remains the same (roughly 22 inches) due to the size of most cabinets, the length of various kitchen sinks can vary immensely.
Standard Kitchen Sink Sizes to Know
On average, customers who purchase single-bowl sinks prefer 30-inch-long dimensions at most. Experts recommend at least 22 to 27-inches in length, which also works for small kitchens.
First, measure from side to side, and then back to front. This is the total width available for your new sink. It's important to pay attention to your corner ratio. Be sure the corner radius and the lip of your new kitchen sink are not smaller, so that all gaps are covered.
The reason for this is to allow for adequate room to work when installing the sink, as well as to avoid potential water damage or mold growth in the cabinetry. The minimum cabinet size needed for your sink will be found on the product page from our website once you search the model like the example shown below.
Sink Landing Counter Space
The landing space requirement at a main sink is 24″ on one side and 18″ on the other side. The countertop landing area beside the main sink helps with Clean-up duties. With the dishwasher typically places on one side of the main sink the 24″ landing counter is taken care of.
Besides, in order to avoid backsplash spots at the bottom of the upper cabinet, please leave more space between the upper cabinet and the sink. Usually, the upper cabinets should be at least 12 inches above the sink.
If a 1-inch buffer of counter space is left in front of the sink, 3 inches more is available behind it to mount the faucet. As long as the faucet base is less than 3 inches wide and the total width of the sink is 20 inches or less, the faucet will comfortably fit on the countertop.
You need a 36" cabinet. A 33" cabinet will only fit a 30" sink.
No matter what you do, you will most likely need a special or custom cabinet to accommodate your new farmhouse or apron sink. This is because there are many styles of sink designs and how they need to be installed, typically requires a non-standard cabinet. The two most common types are Drop-in or Undermount.
Standard base cabinet widths are 12, 15, 18, 21, 24, 26.25, 27, 30, 33, 26, 39 and 42-inches.
Every now and then, we'll get a customer who is using a kitchen cabinet base as a bathroom vanity. There's nothing wrong with doing this, especially if you have the space in the bathroom.
A typical 33 x 22-inch sink will fill a 36-inch base cabinet. If you're replacing a sink, make sure it fits the existing cutout. If the cabinet allows, you may be able to install a larger sink by expanding the cutout.
Cabinet heights include a cabinet's body (carcass) but do not include countertops or moldings. Custom cabinets may have standard dimensions but are not height will vary. Depth: A cabinet's depth is typically either 12 or 24 inches.