Sink accessories make kitchen tasks quick and easy. The most efficient sink accessories are custom designed to fit the shape of your sink. Consider these accessories to create an efficient work center.

Cutting boards -- these should be manufactured from top quality hardwoods or FDA-approved synthetic materials. They should be designed to fit snugly over sink basins to hold them in place during use. Cutting boards are essential tools for any serious cook. Quality wood cutting boards help extend the life of your knives by providing a proper cutting surface that won't dull your knives. We only sell fine wood cutting boards from leading manufacturers.

Kitchen Colanders are used for washing or draining all kinds of vegetables and fruits, beans, or pasta and for straining solids from stock. Made of solid stainless steel, kitchen colanders are available in different sizes. Elegant-looking colanders may be Nickel Lined and are family keepsakes. Stainless steel is a great heat conductor, hence these colanders can also be used to drain off pasta as they will retain heat longer. The handles and feet of the colanders may be made either of brass, stainless steel or some other metal.

One accessory that is essential for all sinks is the basket strainer. The strainer holds water in the bowl and prevents food from flushing down the drain. A variety of finishes such as plastic, chrome or brass are available. It must be ordered separately as it is not included with your sink. However, you must make sure that it is designed for your style sink as they come in different sizes and lengths.

Stainless steel basket strainers are long lasting, have high corrosion resistance and are available in various sizes. Having easy cleaning and maintenance features, the basket strainers can have different closures that include bolted, quick opening c-clamp, rotating cover and swing yoke.

The fine finish imparted to the basket strainer makes it bright and quite attractive in appearance. Kitchen Basket Strainers, made of stainless steel are highly durable and appear clean and uniform.

Wire Rinse Baskets -- these should be designed to nest securely in sink basins. Integral dishracks and utensil areas are thoughtful additions.

Bottom Basin Racks -- they help cushion fragile dishes and protect the surface of the sink from scratches. They should fit neatly into the bottom of the basins.