| most important components of an outdoor kitchen are | | | | weather. The only disadvantage of stainless steel is |
| a grill and an outdoor sink. The sink becomes | | | | that they tend to be noisier than most other sink |
| indispensable for washing and storing dirty utensils. | | | | materials. However good quality stainless steel sinks |
| Most sinks start around $100 and go up to $400. | | | | apply a heavy coating of vibration damping material to |
| The place of installation also plays an important role. | | | | the underside. Other commonly used sink materials are |
| Look for an ergonomically convenient place. The size | | | | Porcelain over cast iron, solid ceramic and plastic. |
| depends on personal preference and how much | | | | Water supply to the outdoor sink is either drawn from |
| counter space you have available. Big sinks for | | | | home’s water supply or a hose. For purposes |
| outdoor use may be a bit inefficient in design. A one | | | | other than washing the dishes you need only a cold |
| bowl sink should be adequate. However if you cater to | | | | water supply line. For supply of hot water you could |
| large number of people try installing a big one. | | | | either run a separate hot water lines from the inside |
| Stainless steel is the most preferable material as it is | | | | the house or run a cold-water line only and install an |
| resistant to corrosion and can easily withstand outdoor | | | | on-demand water heater near the sink. |