UNDERMOUNT INSTALLATION: Sink is installed beneath the countertop creating a seamless appearance between the sink and the countertop. 18-GAUGE STAINLESS STEEL: Highest quality 18-gauge thickness and Type 304 stainless steel for lasting durability, performance and lustrous beauty. SOUND GUARD: Pads and undercoating enhance sound-deadening performance for a quieter time at the sink. TIGHT CORNERS: Fresh, geometric design offers straight sidewalls and a flat bottom for a modern look and more usable space; easy to clean. OFFSET DRAIN: Drain placement provides more usable space on the bottom of the sink and in the cabinet below.