I hear ya, but honestly, some imperfections never blend into the background for me. Had a similar thing with cabinet handles being slightly uneven...ended up redoing them because every day it bugged me. Guess it depends on your tolerance level for quirks, haha.
Totally get that cabinet handle struggle...been there myself, haha. One thing I've learned from countless kitchen projects is that sometimes stepping back for a day or two helps. If after that time you're still noticing the sink issue every single time you walk in, it's probably worth fixing.
If you do decide to redo it, here's a quick tip I swear by: measure everything twice (or three times if you're me), mark clearly with painter's tape, and use a level religiously. It sounds obvious, but it's easy to skip steps when you're frustrated or tired. Also, sometimes imperfections can be cleverly disguised—like using silicone caulk carefully around uneven edges or adding a decorative backsplash to distract the eye.
But hey, kitchens are personal spaces, and what bugs one person might charm another. Sometimes those little quirks become stories you laugh about later...or maybe they become the reason you redo your kitchen again in five years. Either way, good luck!
Definitely agree with stepping back for a day or two—it's amazing how differently you see things after a short break. Another detail worth mentioning is lighting. I've noticed that certain imperfections become glaringly obvious under harsh overhead lighting, while softer, warmer lights tend to mask minor flaws. Might be worth experimenting with different bulbs or fixtures before diving into a redo.
Also, silicone caulk can indeed be a lifesaver, but be cautious not to overdo it. Too much caulk can draw attention to the very thing you're trying to hide. A neat, thin line, smoothed carefully with a damp finger or a caulking tool, usually does the trick.
And honestly, imperfections are inevitable. Even professionally installed kitchens have their quirks—trust me, I've seen plenty. The key is deciding which quirks you can live with and which ones will drive you nuts every day. Good luck with whatever you decide to do next.
Totally with you on the lighting point—harsh overhead lights can make even tiny flaws look huge. When I installed my sink, I swapped out my bright white bulbs for warmer LEDs, and it made a surprising difference. Also, agree about silicone caulk; thin and neat is best. But honestly, after a week or two, those little imperfections stopped bothering me altogether... funny how quickly you get used to stuff you thought would drive you crazy.
"funny how quickly you get used to stuff you thought would drive you crazy."
Yeah, that's definitely true. When I first put in my kitchen sink, I obsessed over the tiniest uneven gap between the sink edge and countertop—drove me nuts for days. Eventually, I just stopped noticing it. But I will say, swapping harsh overhead lights for softer LEDs was a game-changer for me too. Lighting really does have a sneaky way of exaggerating imperfections.
