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.

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.