Having a sink outdoors provides many benefits, and there are many different types of materials that can be used for an outdoor sink.  Depending on what you are using it for and where it is located will help you decide what type of material is best for your sink.

Here are a few different types of sink material to consider that will work for outdoor use:

Stainless steel – If you are using your sink near a grill or as part of an outside kitchen, a likely material choice will be stainless steel.  This versatile material can withstand the elements of the weather and will hold up well without any deterioration due to sun, wind, or rain.  One of the most important aspects of outdoor kitchens, aside from grills, are sinks and many are stainless steel.

Copper – If you are looking for a sink that has a more decorative touch to it, then you may want to consider copper.  This material is often used outdoors for various types of objects and holds up well to the weather.  It will turn color, however – a process known as patina, so that golden copper color will eventually become a soft greenish hue.

Plastic/Resin – One of the most popular types of sinks used outdoors are those made from some type of plastic or resin material.  In some cases, theses sinks are made from recycled materials, making them more environmentally friendly as well.  Plastic or resin is a durable and low maintenance material that will not corrode or deteriorate due to the elements of the weather.  The only thing that may happen is that if the sink is a colored plastic, it may fade over time if situated in full sunlight.

Ceramic – Sinks used for outdoor use are not usually ceramic due to the fact that they can chip or break more easily, but that doesn’t mean that they can’t be used.  If you have your sink situated in an area with a covering overhead so there is no chance that a wayward branch or other object can blow into the basin and cause damage, then there is no reason why you can’t use ceramic outdoors.