Sink Drains

Sink drains include the components used to complete, replace, and maintain drainage connections at commercial sinks, bar sinks, kitchen sinks, wash stations, and select ice-bin installations. This category includes drain fittings, basket and grid strainers for debris collection, tailpieces, P-traps, continuous waste drains for 3-compartment sinks, and covers for exposed tubular plumbing.

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Helpful Buying Guide

Sink Drain Buying Guide

Choosing a sink drain starts with the sink application and the connection details already in place. Compare drain-opening fit, thread or tubular size, drainage layout, strainer style, and the components included with each option before selecting a replacement or installation component.

Visual Guide

Popular examples in this category

Use Cases

Match the drain to the sink setup

Options in this category support kitchen sinks, bar sinks, commercial sink installations, 3-compartment sinks, wash-station areas, and certain ice bins without a cold plate. A continuous waste drain is intended for a 3-compartment layout, while individual drains and strainers suit single drain openings.

How to Choose

Confirm fit and connection details

Check the required drain-opening size, flange size, thread type, or tubular connection size. Available examples include 1/2-inch and 1-inch NPS threaded drains, 1-1/4-inch and 1-1/2-inch tubular-system compatibility, and strainers for 3-inch or 3-1/2 to 4-inch sink openings.

Applications

Select the right component type

Choose a basket or grid strainer when debris collection at the drain opening is needed. Select a tailpiece-equipped strainer for a drain assembly component, a P-trap for tubular drain connections, or a full cover kit to finish exposed supply lines and valves around compatible tubular systems.

Additional Info

Review materials, finish, and included parts

Listed options include stainless steel, brass, plastic, nickel-plated, chrome, silver, and white finishes. Some drains include locknuts and washers, while P-traps may include a threaded PVC adapter, reversible J-bend, and washer. Minimum order quantities vary by item.

3Compartment sink layout

A continuous waste drain is designed for commercial 3-compartment sinks.

1-1/2 in.Tubular P-trap size

Listed plastic tubular P-traps support matching 1-1/2-inch drain connections.

3 in.Grid strainer size

One kitchen sink drain fitting includes a perforated 3-inch grid strainer.

3-1/2 to 4 in.Long-shank strainer opening fit

The long-shank sink strainer drain is designed for sink openings in this range.

Comparison Guide

Compare Sink Drain Component Types

Use this overview to distinguish the drain components represented in the category and focus on the fit details that apply to your installation.

Component typeSuitable applicationKey selection details
Drain fittings and threaded drainsCompatible sink connections and specified ice-bin installationsCompare NPS thread size, sink-opening fit, flange size, and included locknut and washer.
Basket and grid strainers with tailpiecesKitchen sinks, bar sinks, and commercial sink drain openingsCompare strainer style, opening or strainer size, tailpiece inclusion, dimensions, and finish.
P-traps, continuous waste drains, and coversTubular drain connections, 3-compartment sinks, and exposed plumbing areasCompare tubular size, drain layout, adapter and J-bend details, overall length, and cover compatibility.
Planning Guide

Plan the right fit before choosing

Start with the sink and drain layout

Identify where the component will be installed

The application helps narrow the selection. Kitchen and bar sink components include basket strainers, grid strainers, tailpieces, and drain fittings. Commercial 3-compartment sinks can use a continuous waste drain, while a full cover kit is intended to provide a finished appearance around exposed plumbing on straight grid drain installations.

  • Use a continuous waste design for compatible 3-compartment sink layouts.
  • Choose a bar or kitchen sink strainer component for the applicable sink type.
  • Consider the tapered-top 1-inch NPS drain for specified 1-1/4-inch sink openings and ice bins without a cold plate.
  • Use a full cover kit when finishing exposed supply lines and valves around compatible tubular drain systems.
Verify dimensions and connection compatibility

Compare openings, threads, flanges, and tubular sizes

Drain components are offered with different fit details, so measure and compare the existing installation before ordering. Threaded examples include 1/2-inch NPS and 1-inch NPS male threads. Tubular P-traps are listed in 1-1/2-inch size, and the cover kit fits 1-1/4-inch and 1-1/2-inch tubular systems.

  • A 1/2-inch NPS drain has a 1-1/8-inch flange.
  • A 1-inch NPS nickel-plated drain has a 2-inch flange.
  • The tapered-top 1-inch NPS drain fits specified 1-1/4-inch openings.
  • The long-shank strainer drain fits 3-1/2 to 4-inch openings and has a 4-1/2-inch flange.
Choose debris control and finishing features

Consider strainer style, drainage needs, and visible appearance

Basket and grid strainers help catch debris while allowing water to pass through. A removable grid strainer can be taken out for cleaning, while a deep basket provides added debris-collection capacity. For visible installations, compare the listed silver, chrome, nickel-plated, or white finish options.

  • Choose a perforated 3-inch grid strainer for a defined kitchen sink strainer size.
  • Choose a removable grid strainer when collected debris needs to be removed for cleaning.
  • Choose a deep basket strainer for added debris-collection capacity.
  • Consider a cut-to-size white cover with hook-and-loop closure for a neat appearance around exposed plumbing.
FAQ

Common questions before buying

What types of sink drain products are included?

The category includes threaded sink drains, drain fittings, basket and grid strainers, tailpieces, tubular P-traps, a continuous waste drain, and a cover kit for exposed plumbing.

Which option is intended for a 3-compartment sink?

The continuous waste drain is designed for commercial 3-compartment sinks and has a 31.25-inch overall length.

How do basket strainers and grid strainers differ?

Both help catch debris at the drain opening. Basket strainers use a basket-style component, while grid strainers use a perforated or removable grid design; one listed grid strainer is 3 inches in size.

What should I check before choosing a P-trap?

Confirm that the installation requires a 1-1/2-inch tubular component and review the listed threaded PVC adapter, reversible J-bend, and included washer details.

Helpful Buying Guide

Sink Drain Buying Guide

Choosing a sink drain starts with the sink application and the connection details already in place. Compare drain-opening fit, thread or tubular size, drainage layout, strainer style, and the components included with each option before selecting a replacement or installation component.

Visual Guide

Popular examples in this category

Use Cases

Match the drain to the sink setup

Options in this category support kitchen sinks, bar sinks, commercial sink installations, 3-compartment sinks, wash-station areas, and certain ice bins without a cold plate. A continuous waste drain is intended for a 3-compartment layout, while individual drains and strainers suit single drain openings.

How to Choose

Confirm fit and connection details

Check the required drain-opening size, flange size, thread type, or tubular connection size. Available examples include 1/2-inch and 1-inch NPS threaded drains, 1-1/4-inch and 1-1/2-inch tubular-system compatibility, and strainers for 3-inch or 3-1/2 to 4-inch sink openings.

Applications

Select the right component type

Choose a basket or grid strainer when debris collection at the drain opening is needed. Select a tailpiece-equipped strainer for a drain assembly component, a P-trap for tubular drain connections, or a full cover kit to finish exposed supply lines and valves around compatible tubular systems.

Additional Info

Review materials, finish, and included parts

Listed options include stainless steel, brass, plastic, nickel-plated, chrome, silver, and white finishes. Some drains include locknuts and washers, while P-traps may include a threaded PVC adapter, reversible J-bend, and washer. Minimum order quantities vary by item.

3Compartment sink layout

A continuous waste drain is designed for commercial 3-compartment sinks.

1-1/2 in.Tubular P-trap size

Listed plastic tubular P-traps support matching 1-1/2-inch drain connections.

3 in.Grid strainer size

One kitchen sink drain fitting includes a perforated 3-inch grid strainer.

3-1/2 to 4 in.Long-shank strainer opening fit

The long-shank sink strainer drain is designed for sink openings in this range.

Comparison Guide

Compare Sink Drain Component Types

Use this overview to distinguish the drain components represented in the category and focus on the fit details that apply to your installation.

Component typeSuitable applicationKey selection details
Drain fittings and threaded drainsCompatible sink connections and specified ice-bin installationsCompare NPS thread size, sink-opening fit, flange size, and included locknut and washer.
Basket and grid strainers with tailpiecesKitchen sinks, bar sinks, and commercial sink drain openingsCompare strainer style, opening or strainer size, tailpiece inclusion, dimensions, and finish.
P-traps, continuous waste drains, and coversTubular drain connections, 3-compartment sinks, and exposed plumbing areasCompare tubular size, drain layout, adapter and J-bend details, overall length, and cover compatibility.
Planning Guide

Plan the right fit before choosing

Start with the sink and drain layout

Identify where the component will be installed

The application helps narrow the selection. Kitchen and bar sink components include basket strainers, grid strainers, tailpieces, and drain fittings. Commercial 3-compartment sinks can use a continuous waste drain, while a full cover kit is intended to provide a finished appearance around exposed plumbing on straight grid drain installations.

  • Use a continuous waste design for compatible 3-compartment sink layouts.
  • Choose a bar or kitchen sink strainer component for the applicable sink type.
  • Consider the tapered-top 1-inch NPS drain for specified 1-1/4-inch sink openings and ice bins without a cold plate.
  • Use a full cover kit when finishing exposed supply lines and valves around compatible tubular drain systems.
Verify dimensions and connection compatibility

Compare openings, threads, flanges, and tubular sizes

Drain components are offered with different fit details, so measure and compare the existing installation before ordering. Threaded examples include 1/2-inch NPS and 1-inch NPS male threads. Tubular P-traps are listed in 1-1/2-inch size, and the cover kit fits 1-1/4-inch and 1-1/2-inch tubular systems.

  • A 1/2-inch NPS drain has a 1-1/8-inch flange.
  • A 1-inch NPS nickel-plated drain has a 2-inch flange.
  • The tapered-top 1-inch NPS drain fits specified 1-1/4-inch openings.
  • The long-shank strainer drain fits 3-1/2 to 4-inch openings and has a 4-1/2-inch flange.
Choose debris control and finishing features

Consider strainer style, drainage needs, and visible appearance

Basket and grid strainers help catch debris while allowing water to pass through. A removable grid strainer can be taken out for cleaning, while a deep basket provides added debris-collection capacity. For visible installations, compare the listed silver, chrome, nickel-plated, or white finish options.

  • Choose a perforated 3-inch grid strainer for a defined kitchen sink strainer size.
  • Choose a removable grid strainer when collected debris needs to be removed for cleaning.
  • Choose a deep basket strainer for added debris-collection capacity.
  • Consider a cut-to-size white cover with hook-and-loop closure for a neat appearance around exposed plumbing.
FAQ

Common questions before buying

What types of sink drain products are included?

The category includes threaded sink drains, drain fittings, basket and grid strainers, tailpieces, tubular P-traps, a continuous waste drain, and a cover kit for exposed plumbing.

Which option is intended for a 3-compartment sink?

The continuous waste drain is designed for commercial 3-compartment sinks and has a 31.25-inch overall length.

How do basket strainers and grid strainers differ?

Both help catch debris at the drain opening. Basket strainers use a basket-style component, while grid strainers use a perforated or removable grid design; one listed grid strainer is 3 inches in size.

What should I check before choosing a P-trap?

Confirm that the installation requires a 1-1/2-inch tubular component and review the listed threaded PVC adapter, reversible J-bend, and included washer details.