There are different grades of stainless steel sinks and troughs, depending on the application. These include the common 304 grade and 316 grade stainless steel.
304 Grade Stainless Steel
304 grade stainless steel is used most commonly in domestic applications. 304 grade stainless steel sinks and troughs are suitable for kitchen and laundry sinks for your new home or renovation.
316 Grade Stainless Steel
316 grade stainless steel is commonly known as Marine grade stainless steel. As the name suggests, sinks, tapware and showers made from 316 grade stainless steel are suitable for outdoor use such as pool or alfresco areas as they are designed to withstand harsh Australian conditions.