Design Terms

Drop-In Sink

A sink that is installed by dropping it into a pre-cut hole in the countertop, with a visible rim that rests on the counter surface. Also called a top-mount or self-rimming sink, this style is the easiest to install and works with all countertop materials. The exposed rim can trap debris, so undermount sinks have grown in popularity, but drop-in sinks remain a practical, affordable choice.

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