ALFI Brand AB3018-W 30 Fireclay Farmhouse White 30" Single Bowl Farmhouse Sink Cutout
ALFI Brand AB3018-W 30 Fireclay Farmhouse White 30" Single Bowl Farmhouse Sink Cutout
Description
The ALFI Brand AB3018-W represents the gold standard in farmhouse sink design, combining a generous 30-inch width with brilliant white Italian fireclay construction that defines modern traditional kitchens. This single-bowl apron-front sink delivers both aesthetic impact and functional capacity, with an expansive 27.125-inch interior bowl that accommodates the largest cookware and baking sheets. The pristine white glazed finish provides exceptional resistance to staining, scratching, and thermal shock up to 350°F, making it ideal for demanding kitchen environments. For stone fabricators, this template delivers manufacturer-verified dimensions with multiple cutout variants designed for different installation methods and stone thickness configurations, ensuring professional results on every installation.
Dimensions
- Overall Width
- 30"
- Overall Depth
- 18.125"
- Bowl Width
- 27.125"
- Bowl Depth
- 15.375"
- Corner Radius
- 0.25"
Specifications
- Manufacturer
- ALFI Brand
- Model Number
- AB3018-W
- Installation Type
- Farmhouse
- Bowl Configuration
- Single
- Material
- Fireclay
- Min. Cabinet Width
- 33"
- Downloads
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The ALFI Brand AB3018-W represents the gold standard in farmhouse sink design, combining a generous 30-inch width with brilliant white Italian fireclay construction that defines modern traditional kitchens. This single-bowl apron-front sink delivers both aesthetic impact and functional capacity, with an expansive 27.125-inch interior bowl that accommodates the largest cookware and baking sheets. The pristine white glazed finish provides exceptional resistance to staining, scratching, and thermal shock up to 350°F, making it ideal for demanding kitchen environments. For stone fabricators, this template delivers manufacturer-verified dimensions with multiple cutout variants designed for different installation methods and stone thickness configurations, ensuring professional results on every installation.
Installation Overview
The AB3018-W farmhouse installation begins with proper cabinet preparation before any stone fabrication occurs. This 30-inch sink requires a minimum 33-inch cabinet base, though 36-inch cabinets are recommended for optimal plumbing access and disposal installation clearance. The farmhouse apron design means the sink's decorative front face extends beyond the cabinet, requiring face frame notching or removal during cabinet installation. Our template package includes four precision cutout options: the no-reveal variant (27.125" x 15.375") allows direct stone-to-sink contact for maximum support, the industry-standard 1/8" reveal (26.875" x 15.125") creates subtle visual separation, the 1/2" overhang option (26.125" x 14.375") accommodates thick edge profiles and showcases premium stone work, and the drop-in conversion (30" x 18.125") enables non-traditional top-mount installations. Weight distribution is critical for farmhouse sinks as the countertop rests directly on the sink's mounting ledge rather than being supported by undermount clips. Ensure cabinets are perfectly level before setting the sink, as any tilt will transfer to the countertop. The 8.5-inch bowl depth provides substantial capacity while maintaining comfortable reach for users of average height.
CNC Cutting Notes
Programming the AB3018-W cutout requires balancing precision with production efficiency on this large-format opening. The 30-inch width represents significant material removal, generating substantial dust and requiring robust vacuum collection systems. Use a 1/2" diameter carbide spiral upcut bit as the standard tooling choice, providing optimal balance between cut quality and tool life. For harder materials like granite or quartzite, reduce feed rates to 80-100 IPM to prevent excessive tool wear and edge chipping. Quartz materials can be cut at 120-150 IPM with appropriate cooling, while marble tolerates 100-130 IPM depending on density and veining. The 0.25" corner radius is easily achieved with standard tooling and provides sufficient radius for proper sealing without requiring specialized small-diameter bits. Lead-in and lead-out toolpaths should be programmed carefully to prevent witness marks at corner transitions. For farmhouse installations, the critical edge finish area is the front 30-inch span where countertop meets the sink's mounting surface, this section requires polishing to 180-grit minimum for proper water sealing. The side and rear edges remain hidden and can be finished to 120-grit, reducing overall polishing time by 30-40% compared to full undermount applications. Consider the removed center section for template material, small projects, or cutting board blanks to maximize slab yield.
Material Compatibility
The AB3018-W's white fireclay construction offers unparalleled versatility across the complete spectrum of natural and engineered stone materials. For classic all-white kitchens, pair this sink with Carrara or Calacatta marble for timeless elegance, or with Super White quartzite for similar aesthetics with superior durability. Granite fabricators will find strong demand for pairing this sink against dramatic dark stones like Absolute Black, Uba Tuba, or Black Galaxy, where the white sink creates striking focal-point contrast. Warm granite varieties including Santa Cecilia, Venetian Gold, and Colonial Dream gain visual interest from the crisp white accent. The quartz market presents unlimited possibilities, from monochromatic white-on-white installations using Caesarstone Pure White or Silestone Lagoon to bold contemporary contrasts with Concrete or Raven. Gray quartz varieties from Cambria's Brittanicca to Silestone's Marengo create sophisticated modern aesthetics when anchored by this white farmhouse sink. Soapstone installations benefit from the white sink's ability to lighten the overall palette while maintaining traditional styling. Exotic quartzite and marble selections like Azul Macaubas, Fantasy Brown, or Taj Mahal coordinate beautifully with white fireclay. The glazed surface resists staining better than marble and is easier to maintain than most natural stones, providing practical advantages beyond aesthetics. Fireclay manufacturing tolerances of ±1/8" require final verification templating from the actual sink unit, particularly critical when working with high-value exotic materials where remake costs are substantial.
Where to Buy
The ALFI Brand AB3018-W is among the most widely available farmhouse sinks in the professional market, stocked by major distributors including Ferguson, The Sink Boutique, Annie & Oak, and available through online retailers like Amazon, Build.com, and FaucetDirect. Fabrication shops can establish wholesale accounts with ALFI Brand distributors for volume pricing, typically accessing trade prices 30-40% below retail. Standard retail pricing ranges from $500-$700 depending on market and supplier, with the white finish representing the most competitively priced option in the ALFI farmhouse line. Lead times under normal conditions run 2-4 weeks, though this Italian-manufactured sink can experience extended delays during international shipping disruptions or peak construction seasons. The AB3018-W's popularity means most specialty plumbing showrooms maintain floor samples, allowing homeowners to verify the exact white tone and size before purchase. When quoting farmhouse sink installations, include cabinet modification costs in estimates and coordinate timing with cabinetry trades to ensure proper sink support structure is completed before template scheduling. The widespread availability and competitive pricing make this sink an excellent specification for both custom homes and production builder applications.