Kitchen Waste Fittings

Match the kit to the number of bowls and the drain diameter: there are dedicated pipe kits for 1 bowl, 1.5 bowl and 2 bowl sinks, and specialist wastes for particular sink types. Belfast sinks commonly use a 60mm basket strainer, while many ceramic sinks require an 89mm waste (the Rangemaster 89mm kit). If you have a double bowl sink, pick a double-bowl waste kit so both bowls drain correctly. If you're uncertain, check your sink's existing waste diameter or the manufacturer's spec before ordering.

Slotted basket strainer wastes have openings in the top so water can pass while catching solids, giving quicker drainage when you're rinsing; unslotted tops present a cleaner look and work well if you prefer to hold water with a plug. Basket strainers collect food scraps and are ideal if you want to trap debris before it reaches your trap or pipework. Choose slotted if you rinse a lot of vegetables and want fast draining, or unslotted if you prefer a neater finish and use the plug regularly.

Hard-wearing finishes like chrome and stainless steel are very durable and resist everyday knocks, while brushed finishes such as brushed brass or pewter hide fingerprints and minor scratches better. Matt black, copper and gold offer a strong design statement, but they'll show wear differently and benefit from gentler cleaning. Match the finish to your tapware for a cohesive look,pair brushed brass wastes with warm-toned taps, or chrome wastes with polished taps.

A space-saving syphon, such as the Reginox Panama, is ideal when you need more room under the sink for bins or cleaning products because it hugs the back and reduces clutter. The trade-off is slightly more complex geometry, which can make it fiddlier to access for cleaning and may cost a little more than a standard syphon. If you have pull-out bins or a narrow cabinet under the sink, a space-saving syphon usually makes your storage much more usable.

Yes. Stainless steel sinks commonly pair with stainless or chrome basket drains and standard-sized pipe kits, whereas decorative or ceramic sinks sometimes need specific diameters and stylistic options, ceramic bowls that take an 89mm waste. For classic Belfast or ceramic styles you'll often choose branded or purpose-made wastes like the Thomas Denby Belfast 60mm or the Rangemaster 89mm ceramic kit to ensure a proper seal and matching appearance. Selecting the correct material and size avoids leaks and keeps the look consistent.