Zinc Details & Design Options

Design Options:

• We can fabricate a custom integral sink (rectangular, square, or round) and weld it in as a seamless part of any top.
• We can under-mount or cut-in any sink that you provide.
• Holes for faucets and accessories such as hot water inserts and soap dispensers are available options.
• Drain Pans are tapered 3/8″ so that water will flow into the sink.

What does zinc look like?

• Zinc is a reactive metal that will develop a patina and change over time.
• Matte zinc has a distinctive blue-gray hue and will develop a darker-gray patina over time.
• Professionally patinated zinc will be darker, and more uniform than zinc that is given the opportunity to develop its patina naturally.
• Both matte and patinated zinc have a “living finish” and will continue to evolve throughout the lifetime of the countertop.

What can I expect?

• Slight scratches, pinholes and soldering marks can be expected on your zinc countertop; these slight imperfections are what create the European, rustic charm of this country metal.
• Hammered zinc will have a wavy, undulated surface and will not be machine flat.
• Depending on the size and shape of your countertop, a non-welded butt seam may be required for construction.
• Very large tops may require a mechanical, silicone-sealed field joint. No on-site welding is necessary.

Getting A Quote:

If you have any questions about possible zinc details for your countertop project, send photos or drawings to quotes@brookscustom.com. Our design team will review your project details and information and will return a proposal to you: 1-2 days for standard items; 2-5 days for custom work; a week plus for architectural custom projects.