vStainless steel is the latest and greatest material in which to purchase a new kitchen sink, it has been claimed.According to one US kitchen expert, this durable and hard-wearing material is very much in vogue when it comes to this particular part of the home.Writing for the Signal, Jim Walker says With so many people outfitting their kitchens with stainless steel refrigerators, ovens and more, stainless steel sinks are being installed more and more to coordinate with the stainless appliances.The actual finish of the stainless varies as well. There are shiny, mirror-like polished finishes and brushed finishes.Mr Walker stresses that there are a number of advantages with a stainless steel sink, such as its long-lasting construction, the variety of shapes and sizes in which it is available and its anti-bacterial properties. A number of renowned kitchen item manufacturers offer a range of stainless steel sinks available in a number of styles, including undermount sinks, such as design-led Swiss firm Franke.