Frequently Asked Questions

What are the advantages of Melamine?

1. Durable and virtually unbreakable
 

What exactly is melamine? Melamine is an organic-based, nitrogen-rich compound used to manufacture cooking utensils, plates, plastic products, and more. Melamine resin makes it very durable and shatter-resistant.  Melamine sinks can withstand the rigors of everyday use and is also more resistant to scratch marks and use and abuse over time.  Melamine is virtually indestructible and chip-resistant, Since it’s nonporous, melamine is stain-resistant and easy to rinse. 

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2. Looks and feels like fine porcelain and ceramic
 

Melamine has grown up over the past few years , Little Vanporium sinks are made from 100% high-grade melamine, making them much stronger and more substantial than your typical melamine plate. Each piece is also hand-polished for a smooth, high-gloss finish, giving it that porcelain look.
 

3. Best quality food-safe plastic and BPA free
 

People often wonder if melamine is safe. However, the FDA Safety and Risk Assessment of Melamine states that this kind of plastic is absolutely safe for use.

How do I clean Melamine?

For best results, you should clean melamine surfaces using soap and water or mild detergents to remove dirt and residue. You should avoid using abrasive cleaners or wire wool when cleaning melamine surfaces as these can scratch the surface. For more difficult stains use a magic eraser. These sponges work like super-fine sandpaper on tough messes.

Which size is best?

We have three different sizes available Mini, Midi and Maxi 

Mini - You can rinse out a mug, wash hands, tip out waste water, brush teeth and fill a kettle. 

Midi - All of the above plus suitable to wash up plates, pans and pots upto 30cm in size

Maxi - These sinks are over 34cm allowing for larger items and stores more washing up for a busy kitchen

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How do you fit them?

Our sinks are super lightweight which means a high quality contact adessive is all you need to fix your sink into place. For best results we recommend lightly scratching the bottom of the sink with sand paper before applying the adhesive if you are surface mounting the sink.

Alternative options of setting the sink into the countertop or undercounter mounting are also possible. 

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