In most cases, only bathroom sink faucets come with drains included. Shower and tub faucets do not normally come with drains because of a vast array of combinations available. However, there are cases when the manufacturer decides not to include a drain with a bathroom sink or provides it with a tub faucet. If you have been asking yourself whether bathroom faucets come with drains, the answer is “yes, but it depends on the manufacturer and the model.”
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What Drain Assembly Is Used in Bathroom Sinks?
There are two types of drains commonly used with bathroom sink faucets:
– Pop-up drains
– Grid drains
A pop-up drain is an assembly where a mechanical plug is used to hold water in the sink. This plug is also called a “pop-up stopper” and comes in handy if you ever need to fill your sink with water. Pop-up drains have a lever located behind the faucet that is used to open and close the drain.
Grid drains come with a small hole that you can’t close, meaning the water can get through all the time. The advantage of using a grid drain is that it only allows water to pass, while anything larger gets caught in the grid. If your primary concern is to prevent clogs, choosing a grid is the way to go.
How to Choose a Drain That Will Fit Your Bathroom Faucet?
You have to ensure that the sink drain you buy corresponds with the drain opening of your sink. Measure the drain opening or check the instructions that came with the faucet. The information about the suitable size should be provided by the manufacturer. Typical sizes for drain openings are 1 1/2 inches, 1 1/4 inches, and 1 5/8 inches.
How to Choose the Appropriate Style?
When you’re remodeling your bathroom, you want to ensure that it has a stylish appearance. However, you don’t necessarily have to match the drain with the faucet. In some cases, the drain can nicely complement the sink, while sometimes a different finish can make it look beautiful.
Brass drains are a strong, eye-catching combination. Bronze can give a versatile finish pleasing to the eye, while chrome drains might be the best choice for a modern look of your bathroom.
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