Avoiding a narrow channel between sink and wall

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Hi I am about to fit a new kitchen sink in my tiny kitchen. It is an outset Stainless Steel with Drainer type. It needs to be fitted right into the corner and I want to avoid the problem with the old sink in that you end up with a narrow channel around the sink between the sink edge and the tiled wall which is always full of water and impossible to clean.

I have been considering putting a laminate upstand so it sits on top of the sink edge (therefore no gap) but as I would have to cut the upstand to fit to the the 5mm sink thickness, the idea of the cut edge sitting on the sink just screams water soaking in however I try and seal.

Another thought was to use some sort of tiling edging again going on top of the sink edge.

I want something that will look good and last well. Filling the gap with sealant sounds like it would look crap. Any thoughts or ideas would be appreciated.
 
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Tile over tile? What is the distance between the sink edge and the wall?
 
you could insert an L shaped piece of plastic under the rim of the sink upon installation, with the upstand either on top of, or below the tiles, depending what stage you're up to now.
 
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Thanks Dextrous. I guess that would ensure a watertight seal, but wouldn't I still end up with a channel full of water (unless I misunderstood)?

I am considering a half-round or cornice style edging on top of the sink (a bit like a bath seal) but I am struggling to see how this would be finished at the ends to look great.

Any tips?
 
True, the L plate would still leave a water logged channel. Other than what you suggest, and similar to it, would be a narrow plastic trim held in place by a thick bead of sealant below. I appear to be going through a "plastic" stage of late :LOL: :LOL:
 
Thanks for your help, I am still pondering my options, but some sort of cornice seems to be the best answer...
 
Think that some bath trims that you suggest have got end cap profiles available
 

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