Stainless steel sink

Your solid choice

practical. versatile. individual.

Our robust, solid stainless steel sinks from the Solidum and Solidum Plus series made of high-quality chrome-nickel steel are available in different sizes and widths (SOLIDUM Plus). From small sinks to XXL sinks, we have the right sink for every need. SOLIDUM is particularly suitable for: Workshops, garages, industry, agriculture, car workshops, the garden, DIY enthusiasts and pet owners. SOLIDUM, your practical stainless steel sink for indoor and outdoor use.

Your elegant alternative

stylish. classic. functional.

Our new, stylish stainless steel sinks from the NOVUM series combine functionality with design. The combination of high-quality chrome-nickel steel and the powder-coated trim in black or white makes every washroom a stylish eye-catcher. NOVUM is particularly suitable for: Washroom, utility room, hobby room or craftsmen:inside who prefer simple elegance. Novum, your elegant sink for indoor and outdoor use.

Angelika Schöfer KUNe

Do you have any questions? We are happy to help!

Chrome-nickel steel

We use chromium-nickel steel (1.4301) as standard for the production of our sinks. It belongs to the stainless steel group of "rustproof" steels.

Quality from Europe

When you buy KUNe, you can be sure:
Our products are developed in Upper Austria and produced in Europe.

Durable

Buy once, benefit for decades. Our products are robust, recyclable and can be repaired if necessary. That's good for the environment too!

Fast delivery

Short transportation routes enable fast delivery to your home. Buy today and install in just a few days.

Customer service

Do you have any questions?
We have real people with expertise to answer your questions. We are here for you!

Price-performance

KUNe stands for better quality at a fair price.
With us, you simply get more: wall thickness, material, quality.

Overview: KUNe stainless steel sink

Whether as a sink for the utility roomas sink in the outdoor area, as an industrial sink or in your own hobby cellar: Stainless steel sinks are the practical solution for private individuals and companies looking for a functional, hard-wearing alternative to the standard washbasin.

With a stainless steel sink from KUNe, you are choosing a versatile, robust and durable everyday companion.

Stainless steel sinks are ideal for cleaning bulky items, for example. Washing barbecue grates, bicycles, waste garbage cans, paint brushes, car spare parts and much more is easy to do in our stainless steel sinks.
You can of course also use your KUNe sink for pouring liquids or as a “pet bath” for your (not always so clean) four-legged friend.

The requirements in terms of size and design are as varied as the areas of application for stainless steel sinks.
We have the right stainless steel sink for every individual requirement.

Table of contents

Excursus: Sinks in the past and today

A brief historical overview

KUNe Edelstahl Ausgussbecken freigestellt

What is a stainless steel sink and what is it used for?

Many people ask themselves this question when they hear or read the term for the first time. The word Sink is made up of the words “sink” and “basin”, which already reveals a lot about its function. Sink: “domestic device used for draining dirty water, refuse or the like, comprising a drain pipe (often with trap) and the opening of a sink leading into it”, according to the rather unwieldy definition given by DWDS.* In short, the sink was developed to collect and drain liquids. However, it was a long way to the commercial use of sinks.

Before there were modern household plumbing systems as we know them today, people made do with other washing and dishwashing aids. A simple wash bowl and jug were generally used for personal hygiene. In the kitchen, pouring stones (washbasins) already fulfilled their role as functional everyday companions in the Middle Ages. Even then, different types of washing and dishwashing aids were used depending on the area of application.

In the 19th century, the first washbasin, the so-called bathroom washbasin, was finally connected to running water, a first important milestone. From this point onwards, the development of the washbasin took off. More and more households were finally connected to the new system. People enjoyed the new luxury within their own four walls. The wash basin was finally mass-produced from the 20th century onwards.
Today, there are countless variants of wash basins in different materials for a wide range of applications. Robust, durable stainless steel washbasins in particular are becoming increasingly popular and are used in households and industry.

*Digital dictionary of the German language

Our choice: stainless steel!

High-quality chrome nickel steel (material V2A, 1.4301) is used for the production of our sinks. Synonymous with the term chromium-nickel steel, our website often refers to stainless steel sinks. Briefly explained: Iron, chromium and nickel are the basic components of stainless steel

We build on chrome-nickel steel

Chromium-nickel steel belongs to the group of stainless steels (NiRoSta). Stainless steel is defined as having a minimum chromium content of 10.5% and a maximum carbon content of 1.2%. A resistant material that can be used in many different ways. Chrome-nickel steel 1.4301 of corrosion resistance class 2, which is used as standard in our products, is ideal for the manufacture of wash troughs that are used, for example, in the private sector (indoors and outdoors), in the food industry or in agriculture . This stainless steel variant is a true all-rounder and, in addition to excellent corrosion protection, we believe it also offers the best price-performance ratio. Understanding material designations: You may have noticed that there are different designations on the market for one and the same steel, including chromium-nickel steel (1.4301). We have summarized the most common material designations for you so that you don’t lose track:

DIN 17440 AISI US ANFOR EN 10088-3 S.S. JIS BS.

1.4016

430

S 430000

Z8C17

X6Cr17

2320

SUS430

430S17

1.4301

304

S 30400

Z7CN18-09

X5CrNi18-10

2333

SUS340

304S31

1.4404

316L

S 31603

Z3CND17-11-02

X2CrNiMo17-12-2

2348

SUS316L

316S11

1.4462

318 LN

S 31803

Z2CND22-05 Az

X2CrNiMoN22-5-3

2377

SUS329J3L

318S13

  • DIN: German Institute for Standardization
  • EN: European standard
  • AISI: American Iron and Steel Institute
  • UNS: Unified Numbering System for Metals and Alloys
  • ANFOR: Association Frangaise deNormalization
  • S.S.: Swedish Standard
  • JIS: Japanese standard
  • B.S: British Standard

A commonly used abbreviation for chromium-nickel steel is CNS, which can also often be found online. Our tip: Always pay attention to the material number, only this is really meaningful!

Material check: Why we rely on stainless steel

We deliberately refrain from producing sinks made of chrome steel (1.4016), which is common on the market, as this material is the minimum variant of stainless steel and does not meet the KUNe quality requirements. Anyone looking for a sink should therefore take a close look at the material.

The following material offers can often be found on the market:

Plastic

Polystyrene (PS) or polypropylene (PP). Two plastics that are frequently used in the production of plastic sinks.

Ceramics

Ceramic is often used for hand basins or washbasins in living areas.

Enameled steel

Steel washbasins are usually wash troughs made of enameled steel.

Natural stone

Natural stone washbasins are particularly popular with customers because of their appearance.

Granite

The material granite (granite aggregate) is also occasionally used to make wash troughs, washbasins or hand basins.

The advantages of stainless steel

In contrast to plastic, stainless steel is easy to repair and therefore more durable. Stainless steel therefore also scores highly when it comes to sustainability.

If you compare ceramic with stainless steel, it quickly becomes clear that stainless steel is more resistant and easier to repair.

Stainless steel is more hygienic and robust. Enameled steel cannot be repaired even if the surface is slightly damaged.

Although natural stone is beautiful, it is difficult to install. Unpolished natural stone surfaces can also discolor easily. In comparison, stainless steel sinks score points for color fastness and hygiene. In addition, stainless steel sinks can also be a visual eye-catcher: Novum

Granite is heavy and can easily discolor if the surface is not polished. Stainless steel wash troughs are easy to install and versatile.

Material comparison: advantages and disadvantages at a glance

Chrome-nickel steel

Chrome steel

Enameled steel

Ceramics

Granite / natural stone / concrete

Plastic

Our stainless steel basins are manufactured in chrome-nickel steel as standard. On request, you can have us produce your individual stainless steel washbasin in other stainless steel material classes. You can find more information on this topic on our “Custom-made products” page.

DIN 17440 Typical areas of application

1.4301 chrome nickel steel KUNe Standard

Intensive private use, food industry, agriculture, outdoor areas, workshops, some private swimming pools, moderate chlorine or chloride concentration

1.4404 Chrome-nickel-molybdenum steel Special design, on request

Chemical industry, outdoor areas near the coast, tunnels, large cities, public swimming pools, medium chlorine or chloride concentration, roads with salt spreading

Advantages of stainless steel

We deliberately refrain from manufacturing stainless steel sinks from chrome steel (1.4016), which is common on the market, as this material is the minimum variant of stainless steel and does not meet KUNe quality requirements. Anyone looking for a sink should therefore take a close look at the material.

The following material offers can often be found on the market:

Korrosionsbeständig

Stainless steel is a durable material. Caution: It is important to select the “right” steel in order to actuallyachieve corrosion resistance.

Durable

Stainless steel is UV-resistant and does not age. Stainless steel sinks are therefore particularly durable.

Repairable

Sometimes things can break. This is not usually a problem with stainless steel washbasins, as the material is easy to repair.

Recyclable

Stainless steel is a sustainable material and is therefore in tune with the times. It is recyclable and is characterized by a particularly long service life.

Robust

The surface of stainless steel wash troughs is abrasion-resistant and does not flake off even under heavy loads. This is a particular advantage in industry, but also in the home.

Odorless

The commercial kitchen, the hospital, the hobby cellar – anyone who opts for a stainless steel sink often also attaches importance to hygiene and odor neutrality. Fortunately, stainless steel does not absorb odors and is therefore odorless!

Color-fast

Even paintbrushes and the like are no problem for the stainless steel surfaces of our sinks. The material is color-fast and retains its original color even after heavy use.

Food safe

Stainless steel is food-safe – so it can be used in direct contact with food without any health concerns. It is therefore safe for humans, animals and the environment.

You can find further articles on the topic of “stainless steel” in our blog.

Where are KUNe stainless steel sinks manufactured?

An important question that many customers rightly ask themselves before purchasing their products. We want to communicate transparently and give you an insight into the development and manufacture of a KUNe stainless steel washbasin.

An Austrian brand

KUNe is a company from Austria. The idea for our high-quality  KUNe stainless steel sink was Upper Austria was born and developed. We want to offer you good value for money, but also protect the environment and stand up for good working conditions.

From development to production

KUNe stainless steel sinks are developed and designed in Austria. Our stainless steel sinks are manufactured in Austria. Quality products made of chrome-nickel steel We have brought selected European partners on board. These partners, based in Europe, manufacture our sinks according to our specifications. The producers and suppliers are all committed to in-house production control and are certified in accordance with ISO 9001:2015. Welding companies are also certified in accordance with DIN EN ISO 3834-3. Our warehouse, which is located in Upper Austria, checks the quality of every delivery according to strict rules. You also benefit from our decision to produce in Europe:

  • High product availability
  • Short, environmentally friendly transport chains
  • Transparent supply chains

And the delivery?

Due to our short transportation routes can also Delivery to your home can be carried out quickly. The  Path of the drainage basin from our Warehouse in Linz is delivered to you by our delivery service provider GLS. The entire transport route is CO2-neutral.

Where are stainless steel sinks from KUNe used?

The list shows just some of the possible applications. It would go beyond the scope if we were to list all areas of application for our stainless steel sinks.

Laundry room

Washing out the dirty organic waste garbage can or cleaning garden pots is easy in the stainless steel sink for the laundry room . Contaminating your own living space is a thing of the past with the functional laundry room sink from KUNe. Our KUNe product tip.

Hobby room

Carving game, cleaning bicycle parts, washing out painter’s brushes or cleaning garden tools and grill grates becomes (almost) a pleasure in the stainless steel washing trough from KUNe. Our KUNe product tip.

Garage

Dirty tools, bulky items and more. Spend your time working, not looking for a suitable place to wash. KUNe basins are ideal as washbasins for your garage. Our KUNe product tip.

Agriculture

Large equipment, tools, work clothing and much more – all this is agriculture. Our stainless steel sink is the reliable “workhorse” at your side. Our KUNe product tip

Laboratory

Various liquids are used in a laboratory, these must be emptied properly and require hard-wearing working materials. Stainless steel sinks from KUNe are suitable for pouring liquids and are particularly robust. Our KUNe product tip

Hospital

The hospitalenvironment must always be hygienic. When it comes to hospitalequipment, choosing the right material is particularly important. With a stainless steel sink from KUNe , you are choosing the hygienically safe side. Our KUNe product tip

Car repair shop

Dirty spare car parts, contaminated screws and tools find a suitable place to be washed up in the stainless steel sink for the workshop. In the KUNe washing trough, even “washing up” becomes a fast-paced affair. Our KUNe product tip

Pet supplies

Family member, loyal companion or animal friend. Designations that we associate with our four-legged friends. But loving animals also requires cleaning, hygiene and perseverance. Washing out the food bowl, cleaning the dog or cat toy or simply washing the whole messy mess – with KUNe, this also works. Our KUNe product tip

Garden

All KUNe sinks can also be used as outdoor sinks. The stainless steel basins are ideal for gardening (cleaning pots, garden tools, etc.) and barbecues (cleaning grill grates). Our KUNe product tip

How to find the right stainless steel sink

Many different areas of application require different sink sink sizes and designs. We have therefore developed three different product categories to adapt our stainless steel washbasins to the diverse needs of our customers.

SOLIDUM, SOLIDUM PLUS or Novum?

With our selection, your shopping experience in our stainless steel sink store will certainly not be a torture. KUNe combines quality with functionality and design.

All KUNe stainless steel sinks can be installed both indoors and outdoors.

The right sink accessories

Have you already found the right sink for your needs? Then now is the time to get the ideal accessories for even more convenience.

The practical extra

We want our stainless steel washbasins to be functional everyday companions. To make your work easier, we would like to recommend the following accessories from our range:

Do you also need the right fitting?

The quality manufacturer Klarco supplies four high-quality taps here, which you can purchase from our store.

And are there also care products?

High-quality products deserve loving product care. KUNe stainless steel washbasins are robust and durable. To ensure that your washbasin does not lose its shine even after years of use, we recommend the care products from our range.

Assembly instructions including video

Thank you for your interest in our stainless steel sink . We would now like to help you install your high-quality  washbasin with a few helpful tips.

What you also need:

  • Tools (spirit level, tile drill, screwdriver …)
  • Hole cutter for the fitting
  • HT elbows: available from us in white to match the siphon and in different angle variants
  • HT drainpipes: available from us in white to match the trap and in various lengths
  • HT connecting pipes: to match the siphon in white with a wall trim / wall rosette. Available in 40 and 50 mm diameter

Wall mounting: the most important questions and answers

On which wall do you install your stainless steel sink from KUNe?

  • Brick/concrete: You can use our supplied mounting material.
  • Insulating bricks/porous concrete (Ytong): We recommend the use of adhesive anchors. These are included as standard with our Plus basins. Adhesive anchors are threaded rods that are glued into the wall using a composite mortar (adhesive).
  • Drywall construction with a wooden stand or wooden planking: We recommend the use of hanger bolts. These are included with our standard pools. We recommend pre-drilling with a DN 3-3.5 mm drill bit.
  • Drywall construction with metal studs or without wooden planking: ATTENTION – Our supplied fixing material is not suitable in this case. Please consult a specialist or drywall builder to select suitable fixing material.
  • Other wall construction: Please consult your master builder or a specialist.

Is your wall tiled?

  • YES: Have you thought of a suitable tile drill bit (DN 10 mm)? You will need to drill through the tiles during installation.
  • NO: We recommend the matching splash guard for the basin to avoid unsightly water splashes on the wall.

What is the optimum installation height for your new functional washbasin?

  • We recommend 85 cm (top edge of the pool) as the installation height
  • How tall are you or the future users? Have you considered the height of these people when determining the installation height?

Montage

Wir liefern sehr viele Ausgussbecken inklusive Siphon-Set aus und nur ganz selten kommt es vor, dass es hier zu einem Problem kommt. In diesem Fall löst sich bei manchen Kunden der Schlauch des Überlaufs aus dem Siphon. Wie Sie das ganz einfach beheben können, zeigen wir Ihnen in einem kurzen Video.

Sollte der Siphon defekt sein oder sich das Problem aus irgendeinem Grund gar nicht lösen lassen, schicken wir Ihnen gerne kostenlos einen neuen Siphon zu. Schreiben Sie uns dazu ganz einfach ein Mail an service@kune-online.com

Die Innensechskantschraube ist als Ersatz für die Senkkopfschraube des Überlaufs gedacht. Wir denken, dass das dadurch etwas schöner aussieht.

Die schwarzen Kunststoff-Platten sind Anti-Dröhnmatten, die auf die Beckenrückseite und den Beckenboden geklebt werden. Die Anti-Dröhnmatten reduzieren Vibrationen und dämmen somit auch etwas die Geräusche ein. Es ist eine günstige Methode, wie Sie Ihre Spüle/Ihr Ausgussbecken leiser bekommen.

Kleben Sie bitte eine Matte mittig auf die Beckenrückseite und die anderen beiden auf die Beckenunterseite links und rechts neben dem Ablauf/Siphon.

Tipp zur Lagerung der Anti-Dröhnmatten, wenn Sie das Becken nicht gleich montieren: lagern Sie die Matten an einem warmen Ort, am besten auf einem Heizkörper oder bei Zimmertemperatur (20 bis 22 Grad Celsius). Sonst kann es passieren, dass diese Kunststoffteile spröde werden und nicht mehr kleben.

 

 

Die Armaturenbank unserer SOLIDUM-Serie ist 70 mm breit, bei den NOVUM-Modellen ist die Armaturenbank 120 mm breit. Es gibt also bei beiden Serien ausreichend Platz für einen Wasserhahn. Aufpassen musst man nur im Bereich des Überlaufs, da könnte der Wasserhahn mit dem Überlauf kollidieren.

Sie können einen Wasserhahn / eine Armatur auf unseren Ausgussbecken montieren. Unterhalb finden Sie zwei Zeichnungen wie Sie die Einlocharmatur mit Brause und die Einlocharmatur ohne Brause montieren. Achten Sie darauf, dass die Armatur in dem dafür vorgesehenen Bereich (mit grünem Häkchen gekennzeichnet) montieren, sonst kollidiert die Armatur mit dem Überlauf.

Zeigt die Montageinfos für die Klarco Armatur mit Brause zur Beckenmontage und wo Sie die Armatur am besten montieren sollten.
Montagemöglichkeit Klarco Einlocharmatur mit Brause
Zeigt die Montageinfos für die Klarco Einhebel Armatur zur Beckenmontage
Montagemöglichkeit Klarco Einlocharmatur

Das geht ganz einfach mit einem Lochschneider, den Sie bei uns im Shop beim Pflege und Montagematerial in vier verschiedenen Ausführungen (28, 32, 35, 40 mm) zu Ihrem Ausgussbecken bestellen können. Sie bekommen einen Lochschneider selbstverständlich auch im gut sortierten Baumarkt oder bei Ihrem Installateur.

Wie Sie den Griff der Klarco Geschirrbrause betätigen, sehen Sie sich am besten in diesem Video an:

Wir haben uns die Mühe gemacht und ein umfangreiches Video erstellt, in dem wir die Montage unserer Edelstahl Ausgussbecken der Serie SOLIDUM und SOLIDUM Plus erklären. Wir freuen uns, wenn Ihnen das weiter hilft. Wir freuen uns selbstverständlich auch über Feedback unter service@kune-online.com.

Wenn Du ein KUNe-Becken bestellst, bekommst natürlich auch eine Montageanleitung mitgeliefert. Die kannst du dir selbstverständlich auch auf unserer Website downloaden: KUNe SOLIDUM Betriebs- und Montageanleitung.

Unsere Edelstahl Waschbecken werden immer mit Montagematerial und Siphon-Set (Ablaufgarnitur) geliefert. Um das Ausgussbecken fachgerecht montieren zu können, benötigen Sie folgendes Werkzeug:

Hinweis: HT-Bögen und HT-Abflussrohre, HT-Verbindungsrohre sind in unserer Lieferung nicht enthalten, da die Abstände in den jeweiligen Räumlichkeiten variieren können. Passend zum Siphon sind die Produkte aber bei uns in Weiß erhältlich: HT-VerbindungsrohreHT-Abflussrohre, HT-Bögen,

Vor der Montage und vor dem Erwerb eines KUNe-Ausgussbeckens gibt es ein paar wichtige Themen zu beachten. Wir haben Ihnen eine Checkliste in unserem Blog zusammengestellt.