For a busy family dealing with hard water, go with a high-quality fireclay...

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For a busy family dealing with hard water, go with a high-quality fireclay sink. Unlike stainless steel, it won’t show water spots or dull after five years. You get a stain-resistant, non-porous surface that handles heavy pots easily