Caroma Urbane II Single Bowl Sink Brushed Brass

Whether you're upgrading your kitchen sinks or laundry sinks, choosing the right one makes daily tasks easier and keeps your space looking great. Here's how to find a sink one that works perfectly for you.

1. Measure your cabinet and benchtop

Measure the internal width, depth and height of your base cabinet, plus the benchtop depth. Check the sink's cut-out requirements so you don't choose a model that won't fit. For laundries, also measure any overhead cupboards or shelving that might limit how deep your sink can be.

2. Choose your sink size

For kitchens: Pick a small kitchen sink for compact kitchens, apartments or a second prep zone where bench space matters. Choose a large kitchen sink if you cook often or wash big items like roasting pans and baking trays.

For laundries: Choose a small laundry sink for tight spaces or light use. Go for a large laundry tub if you do a lot of hand washing, soaking, or need room for washing pets or muddy boots.

3. Select your bowl layout

Single bowl: Go for a single bowl kitchen sink if you want one big, clear space and mainly use a dishwasher. In laundries, single bowls give you maximum room for soaking and washing large items.

Double bowl: Choose a double bowl kitchen sink or double laundry tub if you like to soak in one side while rinsing or prepping in the other, or if more than one person uses the sink at a time.

4. Choose the installation type

• Topmount (drop-in): Easier to install and good for tight budgets, but the rim can catch crumbs. Available for both kitchen and laundry sinks.
• Undermount: Cleaner look and easy to wipe straight into the bowl, but usually needs stone or solid surfaces and a pro install. Works beautifully in kitchens and laundries.
• Flushmount: Sits level with the benchtop for a seamless, modern look – mainly for kitchens.
• Farmhouse sinks: Strong feature piece and comfortable to work at, but needs custom cabinetry – perfect for statement kitchens.

5. Match the material to your needs and style

• Stainless steel: Tough, low maintenance and suits most kitchens and laundries. The most popular choice for good reason.
• Granite composite: Matte look that hides marks beautifully and works well in modern designs. Available in black, white and other colours.
• Fireclay: Glossy, classic finish perfect for farmhouse or traditional kitchens, but can chip if hit hard.
• Copper: Bold look that develops a natural patina over time and needs more care.
• Ceramic: Smooth, easy to clean, great for laundries – timeless and practical.

6. Think about colour options

While stainless steel is classic, you can add personality with black sinks, white sinks, brass gold, or gunmetal finishes. Match or complement your tapware and cabinet handles for a coordinated look.

7. Consider add-on accessories

For kitchens, add a sink protector grid to protect the base, and consider colanders, dishracks and drainboards, or chopping boards that fit your sink for easier prep and drying. For laundries, look at sinks with built-in tap landing or overflow features.

8. Set your budget

Most quality kitchen sinks and laundry sinks sit between $300–$1,200 or more, depending on size, configuration and material. Premium materials, larger sizes, or statement designs like farmhouse sinks sit higher. Allow extra if you need professional installation for undermount or more complex setups.

Need more help finding the right kitchen sink? 

Read our full guide to choosing the best kitchen sink. Or, head to our building and renovating tips blog for practical advice, renovation examples, and the latest kitchen design trends to help you plan with confidence.

Caroma has been designing and manufacturing quality sinks in Australia for over 85 years. Their kitchen and laundry sinks combine smart design, local expertise, and proven durability to give you sinks that handle everyday use with ease.

1. Designed and tested for Australian homes

Caroma sinks are designed specifically for Australian kitchens and laundries. They're tested to Australian Standards and built to handle our climate, water quality, and the demands of busy family life. Whether it's your kitchen sink or laundry sink, you're getting products that are proven to work in real Australian homes, not just adapted from overseas designs.

2. Durable materials built to last

Caroma kitchen sinks and Caroma laundry sinks are made from high-quality materials that resist staining, scratching, and everyday wear. Whether you're washing dishes, prepping food, soaking work clothes, or cleaning muddy boots, these sinks are built tough to handle whatever your home throws at them, and they stay looking good for years.

3. Practical sizes and configurations

Caroma offers sinks in single and double bowl configurations to suit different spaces and needs. In the kitchen, choose the size and layout that matches how you cook and clean. In the laundry, pick a sink that gives you the room you need for heavy-duty washing and soaking. There's a Caroma sink that fits perfectly and works the way you need it to.

4. Coordinated with Caroma tapware

Pair your Caroma sink with matching Caroma kitchen tapware or Caroma laundry tapware for a coordinated look that works beautifully together. Caroma designs their sinks and taps to complement each other, so you get spaces that feel complete and cohesive throughout your home.

About Caroma

Caroma is Australia's leading bathroom, kitchen, and laundry brand, trusted by homeowners, builders, and designers for over 85 years. They manufacture locally and design products specifically for Australian conditions, combining innovation, quality, and sustainability in every product. From residential homes to commercial projects, Caroma delivers reliable, stylish solutions that stand the test of time.

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