What grade of stainless steel do Tritan sinks use?
Every Tritan stainless steel sink is created with 304 series stainless steel.304 Series, or “surgical grade”, stainless steel is non-porous, hygienic, rust-free and extremely durable. This premium grade of stainless steel is considered to be the best formulation for residential sink installations.
What does the gauge of the stainless steel mean?
The gauge is the thickness of the stainless steel. An easy rule of thumb is, the lower the number of the gauge, the thicker and better the stainless steel. Most Leonet stainless steel sinks are 18 gauge.
What does chrome and nickel content mean?
Chrome and nickel content refers to the percentage of chrome and nickel in the stainless steel. Chrome gives stainless steel its luster & durability, while the nickel provides the hardness & strength.
18/10 Stainless Steel means that it contains 18% Chromium or Chrome and 10% Nickel. A sink with an 18/10 chrome-nickel content is considered to be an excellent grade due to its resistance to corrosion and enhanced durability. Every Tritan Undermount sink model is manufactured from only the highest quality 18/10 stainless steel.
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