Oatey 438994 Kitchen Basket Strainer Venetian Bronze

Product Description

The OATEY 438994 is a fixed-post kitchen basket strainer assembly finished in Venetian Bronze. It installs in the drain opening of a kitchen sink and provides a removable, mesh basket that captures food debris before it enters the drain line. The assembly includes a tailpiece nut, washer, full-size locking nut, and an under-sink gasket. An extra heavy-duty gasket seals against water intrusion at the sink bowl, and the basket features a safety rolled edge to reduce the risk of cuts during routine cleaning. Licensed plumbers and experienced DIYers handle this installation as part of new-sink setups or drain replacement service.

This strainer assembly suits residential kitchen sink applications where a finished Venetian Bronze appearance is required. It is a drop-in replacement for worn or corroded basket strainer units in standard kitchen sink drain openings. The fixed-post design holds the strainer body in place during tightening of the locking nut below the sink, which simplifies single-person installation. The mesh basket lifts out for easy cleaning without tools, making it practical for high-use residential kitchens.

Key Features

• Venetian Bronze finish for a consistent aesthetic with matching sink hardware
• Fixed-post basket strainer body simplifies single-person installation
• Removable mesh basket collects food debris and cleans without tools
• Extra heavy-duty gasket provides a watertight seal at the sink bowl
• Safety rolled edge on basket reduces cut risk during cleaning
• Includes tailpiece nut, washer, full-size locking nut, and under-sink gasket

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement for standard kitchen sink basket strainer assemblies in residential applications.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by a licensed plumber or qualified DIYer familiar with IPC drain fitting requirements. Shut off the water supply and clear standing water from the sink before beginning. Apply plumber's putty or a supplied gasket under the strainer flange according to local code requirements before seating the body in the drain opening. Tighten the locking nut from below with a basket strainer wrench or spud wrench to avoid disturbing the strainer body during final tightening.

Technical Specifications

• Finish: Venetian Bronze
• Strainer Type: Fixed post basket strainer
• Weight: 0.942 pounds
• UPC: 00009326418339
• Sold As: Each

Standard Information

• Brand: OATEY
• Manufacturer Part Number: 438994