Futura Hand Carved Series Double Bowl, Stainless Steel, 36" X 18" X 9", FS 3618 DB HM

Product Highlights

• Manufacturer: Futura
• Model: Hand Carved Series Double Bowl Kitchen Sink
• Model Code: FS 3618 DB
• Configuration: Double Bowl - Hand Carved (manually fabricated)
• Overall Size: 36" x 18" (915 x 457mm)
• Bowl Size: 16.5" x 16" x 9" per bowl (419.5 x 406 x 225mm)
• Material: High Grade Stainless Steel 304 (18/8)
• Finish: Brush Finish
• Mounting Options: Under-mount (primary), Top Mount
• Min. Cabinet Width: 39"-42"
• Sound Dampening: Advanced underside sound-dampening pads
• Included: 2 high-flow drainer waste couplings and heavy-duty mounting clips
• Warranty: Futura manufacturer quality assurance

Product Description

Futura Hand Carved Series Double Bowl Sink (FS 3618 DB) is a large-format, professional-grade kitchen sink measuring 36" x 18" (915 x 457mm) overall, with two independent hand-fabricated basins each measuring 16.5" x 16" x 9" (419.5 x 406 x 225mm). Like the single-bowl models in the Hand Carved range, the FS 3618 DB is manually constructed from thick-gauge High Grade SS 304 (18/8) flat sheets cut and welded to shape - not machine-pressed. This fabrication method produces sharp vertical sidewalls, tight-radius corners, and a larger flat base area per basin than a pressed double-bowl sink of equivalent overall dimensions, where the pressing process thins and rounds the metal at corners and walls. The dual-bowl configuration enables a dedicated wash-and-rinse workflow - one basin for soaking heavy cookware while the other remains clear for rinsing fresh produce, food preparation, or handwashing without cross-contamination.

Both basins carry the same 9-inch (225mm) depth - deep enough to fully accommodate large Indian pressure cookers, biryani pots, and deep kadhais under high-flow faucet pressure without water splash-back, and deep enough to keep a full stack of dirty dishes below the counter sightline. The premium brush finish provides a sophisticated matte surface that resists fingerprints and masks minor scratches effectively through heavy daily use - consistent with the brush finish applied across the Hand Carved range. Advanced sound-dampening pads on the underside absorb vibrations from running water, metal utensil contact, and dual-drain drainage flow. The sink is designed primarily for under-mount installation on granite, quartz, or solid surface countertops where a seamless rimless look and easy counter-to-basin debris sweeping are the design priority, but can be top-mounted on any countertop material.

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FAQs

1) What makes a Hand Carved double bowl sink different from a standard pressed double bowl?

In a standard machine-pressed double bowl sink, both basins are stamped from a single flat sheet - this thins and rounds the metal at the divider wall and basin corners, reducing the usable internal volume of each bowl. In the FS 3618 DB Hand Carved construction, each basin panel is cut from thick-gauge SS 304 sheet and welded with precision - the metal retains its full thickness at every wall, corner, and the central divider. The result is sharper vertical sidewalls, tighter corners, and a larger flat base area in each of the two 16.5" x 16" bowls than a pressed double-bowl sink of the same 36" x 18" overall dimensions would provide.

2) What is the advantage of a double bowl over a single bowl for Indian cooking?

Indian cooking generates a significant volume of heavy, oily cookware after each meal - multiple pots, kadhais, pressure cookers, and vessels that all need cleaning simultaneously. A double bowl allows one basin to soak heavy cookware in hot soapy water while the other remains fully clear for rinsing vegetables, draining boiled water, or handwashing - eliminating the queue for sink access that slows kitchen cleanup after large meal preparations. The hygiene benefit is equally important - raw food preparation and cooked vessel washing are physically separated, preventing cross-contamination between the two zones.

3) Are the tight corners of the Hand Carved basins harder to clean?

No - while the internal corners are tighter and more vertical than a pressed sink, they are designed with a subtle radius that allows a sponge or cloth to reach and clean every corner without blind spots where grease or food residue can accumulate. The near-vertical walls also direct food particles and water straight to each drain outlet rather than pooling in curved corners - making both basins easy to rinse clean with a quick splash of water after use.

4) Can I install a water purifier tap or additional faucet on the FS 3618 DB?

Yes - for top-mount installation, a tap hole can be drilled in the sink deck area (the flat rim between or beside the bowls) by a plumber or fabricator before installation. For under-mount installation, the additional tap is typically drilled directly into the stone countertop adjacent to the sink, which gives a cleaner appearance and leaves the stone uninterrupted. Confirm the desired tap hole position with your plumber before the countertop cutout is made and sealed - adding tap holes after installation is more complex.

5) Is SS 304 (18/8) rust-resistant enough for coastal and hard water areas?

Yes - the 18% chromium content in SS 304 forms a passive protective oxide layer that resists rust and corrosion under normal kitchen conditions, including coastal salt-air and hard water environments. SS 304 is significantly more corrosion-resistant than the SS 202 or SS 430 grades used in budget sinks. The most common cause of rust staining on stainless sinks is leaving iron-containing items - cast iron cookware, steel wool, or metal clips - in direct, prolonged contact with the wet sink surface. Rinsing and wiping the sink dry after the final use of the day eliminates the majority of staining risk and keeps the brush finish in consistent condition long-term.

Returns & Exchange Policy

1. Return within 72 hours of delivery for:
   • Damaged or defective product
   • Wrong or missing item
2. Product cannot be returned once installed or used
3. Refer to Refund Policy for complete details