Customer Gallery - Kitchen

This gorgeous photograph from our customer photo gallery was submitted to us by Dennis and Susan M. of Morro, California.


Dennis and Susan's kitchen features a fireclay apron front sink by Belle Foret as well as a gooseneck swivel spout spray head from the Metrohaus Collection by Whitehaus.

Check out more photos of Dennis and Susan's kitchen or other photos from our customer photo gallery. If you would like us to showcase your renovation project, submit your photos to emily@vintagetub.com.

Vintage Tub and Bath Buying Guides

During the remodeling process, you have a lot of decisions to make and want those decisions to be well informed. Since there are so many different products with different styles, finishes, and sizes, it can be difficult to choose the most suitable one for your home. Whether you are renovating your kitchen or simply repairing a fixture in your bathroom, the Vintage Tub Buying Guides can help.

For example, the Clawfoot Bathtub Buying Guide explains the differences between clawfoot tub styles, the sizes available, and the types of fixtures necessary during installation. The guide also goes into deeper detail weighing the advantages and disadvantages of cast iron clawfoot tubs vs. acrylic clawfoot tubs. The different types of faucet drillings are also discussed. To make sure everything is clear before your decision is made, there are also three informative videos including How to Purchase a Clawfoot Tub, How to Choose Supply Lines, and How to Choose a Drain for a Clawfoot Tub.

All informational guides include: Clawfoot Bathtub, Sink, Toilet, Whirlpool Tub, Kitchen Sink, Bathroom Mirror, Tub Drain, Supply Lines, Tub Faucet, Shower Enclosure, and Fireplace Accessories. If you need information on a product that is not listed, just ask here.

Pot Fillers and Bar Sinks

You may think, why buy a bar sink or pot filler when I already have a sink and faucet in my kitchen?

Pot fillers are small faucets that extend from the wall or counter. They usually dispense only cold water but some have the option of hot water or filtered water. Pot fillers are mainly for filling kettles and pots but also have other uses. Installing a pot or kettle filler can save steps while preparing dinner. Rinsing off vegetables and filling up glasses with drinking water can both be made easier with a pot filler.

Bar sinks are generally smaller than your kitchen sink. They come in different shapes, sizes, and depths. Having a bar sink is ideal for entertaining guests because you can prepare drinks without making a mess. Fill the sink with ice to keep soda, beer, and white wine cold at your next party.

Another name for a bar sink is prep sink. This sink can make food preparation quicker and can also be useful when two people are using the kitchen simultaneously.

Can I add a garbage disposal to my farmhouse sink?

Farmhouse sinks are a popular fixture for those looking to give their kitchen that vintage appeal. But one problem many home owners face is whether or not to risk the safety of their sink by adding a garbage disposal to it. Farmhouse sinks are made of a material called fireclay, which is much more durable than traditional porcelain used for bathroom sinks and toilets. Fireclay is designed to resist cracks and scratches caused by dishes bumping and sliding across its surface on a daily basis.

While fireclay sinks are likely to withstand the stress of most garbage disposals, you can run the risk of damaging your sink if your garbage disposal vibrates too violently. When shopping for a compatible garbage disposal, be sure to find one specifically safe for fireclay sinks.

InSinkErator offers an outstanding line of garbage disposals that are safe to use on fireclay sinks. Their fittings safely attach to the sink’s drain and offers minimum vibration.

Suggestions for Clinton’s “Kitchen Sink” Campaign

Intrigued by Hillary Clinton’s “Kitchen Sink” Campaign, we suggest the entire Presidential race be won through the battle of various household items.

Although the saying may be "everything but the kitchen sink," Barak Obama's 11 straight primary victories forced Clinton to use the last resort; the kitchen sink. It turns out to be her weapon of choice after winning the March 3rd primaries in Ohio and Texas.

Clinton’s Ohio and Texas primary victories are going to require Obama to come back with something bigger than the kitchen sink. An appreciate rebuttal for Obama in theme with appliances, yet adding a twist, would be to forget the kitchen and move to the bathroom. Being a specialist in the both kitchen and bathroom industry, we suggest the bathtub. Obama can show his chrome claws with a classic acrylic clawfoot tub; light weight making it easy to transport unlike the traditional cast iron. With extra hands from his supporters, he can use the Cast Iron Pedestal Bathtub to guarantee a win.

As for Clinton, if she is thinking about using her victory weapon for the remainder of the race, she should change things up for each debate. Although she has been training for this race for years, her arm is going to be tired and sore when November finally rolls around. She should consider using a lighter sink, such as stainless steel, but using a gooseneck faucet faucet to hook Obama closer so she won’t have to worry about the distance. Or she can opt to end the race early by taking Obama out with a fireclay kitchen sink kitchen sink. This adds a classy touch (as if throwing kitchen sinks isn't classy enough) and will be a one punch knock out.