Luxury 33" x 20" compression-molded SOLID fireclay workstation apron-front kitchen sink in MATTE BLACK. Single bowl, modern design with 1/2" radius interior corners, straight sidewalls, flat front apron, 1" material thickness, and glossy glaze. Topside accessories include a roll-out drying mat and slotted bamboo cutting board. Elegant matte black "linear" (pattern), basket strainer-drain, and disposal flange basin accessories finish out the package.
EXTERIOR: 33”W x 20”L x 10”H
INTERIOR: 31”W x 18”L x 8-3/4”D
Over the last five years, Fossil Blu’s 33-inch-class fireclay sinks have grown in popularity to become the top selling sink size in our line. Large, functional, and beautiful, this sink not only makes a statement, but serves to benefit busy households. It can easily fit an entire 8-piece set of tableware after dinner is done, making this the choice of designers and homeowners alike. It is designed to fit atop 33” and 36” sink base cabinets, which are standard for medium-to-large kitchens, saving you time and money during installation. See specification sheet (below) for spec data and dimensional line art. As a natural product, minor variances in dimensions may occur. QA tolerances are held at +/- 2%.
SINK MATERIAL: Fine & ultra-fine fireclay
MANUFACTURING: Compression-molded, low-fired
Fossil Blu fireclay farmhouse sinks feature authentic SOLID fine and ultra-fine fireclay. Authentic fireclay is a semi-rare natural white clay containing higher concentrations of fine-grained quartz (silica) than typical ceramic (kaolin) clays. When the silica-based glaze is applied (learn more about our glaze below) and then fired at extremely high temperatures, the silica of both the quartz and glaze fuse together, creating a single structure. This “single structure” is what separates fireclay from typical/inexpensive ceramic products, which are fired at lower temperatures, exhibit little fusing, and are thin and/or hollow structures. This is also why genuine fireclay sinks, such as Fossil Blu, are more expensive than inauthentic “fireclay” sinks found in the marketplace.
We source our fireclay base material from mines following reduced-input/output (more sustainable) mining practices across Europe and Asia. Once at our factory, the clay is mixed with just water, then compression molded via a 50,000-pound hydraulic press. This high-pressure process not only forms the sink, but removes any trapped air, resulting in a solid structure that will not bubble during kilning. The sink is then low-fired (mild heat) for two days to dry before heading to the glazing room for finishing.
FINISH DETAILS: Ultra-thick, silica-based glaze
COLOR: Onyx Black
SHEEN: Eggshell/Matte
APPLICATION: Robotically applied, high-fired
This sink features Fossil Blu’s legendary silica-based glaze, which is robotically applied, allowing for up to twice the glaze thickness compared to hand-sprayed glazing techniques. Fired (kilned) at over 2200-degrees Fahrenheit, the glaze fuses with the fireclay substrate to create a permanent enamel (Learn more about glaze fusing above). This low-gloss (between eggshell & matte) enamel has a very high hardness rating, which means it is non-porous and nearly indestructible. Standard household cleaners and mild abrasives (including bleach and Bar-Keeper’s Friend) are safe to use in moderation. Our Matte Black finish is similar to Black Onyx (sometimes called Gem Tones). RGB value averages are as follows: R: 47, G: 48, B: 50. The consistent RGB values of our finish means the black color has neither a warm nor cool tint. Perfect Black RGB values are each 0 and Perfect White RGB values are each 255. The 47-50 RGB values of our black finish means that it is very dark, but soft in appearance.
SINK FRONT: Flat / Smooth
APRON DIMENSIONS: 33" x 10"
APRON THICKNESS: 1”
APRON WRAP: Full length, left & right sides
CORNER RADIUS: 1/2” left & right, 1/4” top & bottom
Our most popular choice for the sink apron, Fossil Blu’s flat-front fireclay farmhouse sinks provide a clean and classic look to updated kitchens. With no imprint, the rectangular shape is itself the design... a muted elegance, allowing for other kitchen elements to share the spotlight. Our flat-front fireclay sinks feature soft edges and a supple appearance to the front, characteristic of the natural fireclay material underneath. At 1” thickness, it presents as a contemporary sink and is therefore a neutral fit in a variety of kitchen themes. The left and right sides of the sink are fully finished, allowing for any install depth. We generally recommend 1-1/2” to 2” of the sink to be exposed on the left and right sides.
TOP:
DRYING RACK: Custom-fitted, slotted-design, constructed of bamboo
CUTTING BOARD: Non-toxic, steel-reinforced rubberized silicone, roll-out/up, black
BOTTOM (BASIN):
ACCESSORY MATERIAL: 304 Stainless Steel
ACCESSORY FINISH: Matte Black
GRID INCLUDED: Linear pattern, custom-fitted
DRAIN INCLUDED: 3.5” basket strainer drain and assembly
DISPOSAL FLANGE INCLUDED: 3.5” disposal flange and stopper
Included with this sink are five accessories: One (1) Bamboo cutting board, one (1) silicone dish drying rack, one (1) custom-fitted sink grid, one (1) basket strainer drain, and one (1) garbage-disposal flange.
The top accessories expand the usable space in your kitchen and feature the neutral tones of natural bamboo and matte black. The drying racks rolls out for use, and rolls up into a roughly 3" tube for easy storage. Bamboo is chosen for its natural fibrous strength and minimally-porous nature.
The bottom (basin) accessories feature the material stength of stainless steel, electro-plated in matte black, for a distinct design motif and professional appearance.
These accessories are provided for your peace of mind. The drying rack, cutting board and basin grid are easily removable. The basket strainer drain is provided for those not installing a garbage disposal, while the disposal flange is provided for those who are installing a disposal.
NUMBER OF BASINS: 1
NUMBER OF DRAINS HOLES: 1
DRAIN HOLE LOCATION: Center
DRAINAGE SLOPE: 4°
INTERIOR CORNER RADIUS: 1/2””
With straight sidewalls, tight ½” radius corners, and no center divide, our single bowl sinks provide a best-in-class sink surface from which to work. So, if you have a busy kitchen with large pots and/or many dishes, then a single bowl is the sink for you. You’ll love the roominess it affords.
Fossil Blu fireclay sinks feature a very durable silica-based glaze. Silica is one of the hardest substances on earth, and is the base element of quartz, crystal, glass and more. Given this hardness, your sink will never stain, can handle boiling water being poured into it, will never pit or craze (spiderweb-like cracks in the finish), and aside from major events involving heavy weight, will never crack, chip, or break.
Of course, the best thing you could do to maintain your sink would be to dry it after every use, but we recognize this is unrealistic for busy households. Good news is that whatever daily soap and/or cleaner you normally use is the same cleaner you can keep right on using in your Fossil Blu sink. And should you ever see hard-water mineral buildups or other such deposits, semi-abrasive chemical cleaners such as Comet or Bar Keepers Friend are also fine to use in moderation. Nylon scouring pads such as Scotch-Brite pads and sponges are great options and will not hurt the finish.
We do not recommend steel wool or other heavy abrasives as, while they won’t hurt the sink, over time they will dull the sheen. Do not use semi-abrasive chemical cleaners on metal finishes, including the drain, grid, faucet or any other metal hardware as these finishes are not as durable as our silica glaze.
Drying rack and bottom grid are machine washable. Hand-wash the bamboo cutting board.
EXTERIOR DIMENSIONS: 33”W x 20”L x 10”H
INTERIOR DIMENSIONS: 31”W x 18”L x 10”D
MINIMUM CABINET SIZE: 33" Opening
BASIN SPLIT: Single Basin
MATERIAL: High-Silica Genuine Fireclay
MATERIAL THICKNESS: 1" (solid)
FINISH: Black, Robotically-Applied Matte Silica Glaze
INSTALLATION TYPE: Undermount, Exposed Apron
APRON DESIGN: Flat, Matte
INTERIOR CORNERS: Modern 1/2" Radius
PRE-DRILLED FAUCET HOLES: None
STYLE: Modern Farmhouse
WEIGHT: 105.8 lbs.
DRAIN OPENING: 3.5" Round
WARRANTY: Limited Lifetime
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Fossil Blu is a family-owned, American company with operations and CUSTOMER SERVICE based in the U.S. Our products are designed here and manufactured by generational artisans overseas. We’re proud of our reputation as a quality, customer-centric company which provides best-in-class products for the North American market. From our family to yours, thank you for considering Fossil Blu.
