New for 2015, NBI Drainboard Sinks has added a sixth design to its fast-growing lineup of midcentury reproduction drainboard sinks. This new design option measures 60″ wide.
Like NBI Drainboard’s other sink choices, this model is available in 6 different colors and has the option of adding additional holes for faucets with sprayers. Depending on which options you choose, the price ranges from $899 – $929.
An untouched reproduction of a classic mid-century design. This eye catching, beautiful design reflects all of the original features of its mid-century counterpart. This model offers dual basins that are flanked spaciously by twin fluted drainboards and a beautifully integrated and mitered back-splash. The overall combined basin dimensions allow this model to fit easily into smaller modular sink base cabinets without modifications. Both drain holes are drilled to a standard 3.5″ diameter and are waste disposal system compatible. Manufactured in-house from durable reinforced premium Bio-Lok™ cast acrylic, this reproduction achieves excellent durability and ease of care while maintaining an authentic vintage style. Quality assured by our five year manufacturers warranty and your satisfaction guaranteed or your money back per our 30 day return policy.
- Dual basins for washing and rinsing.
- Basin depth: 7.25″
- Beautiful integrated 4.5″ back-splash.
- Left and right side drain boards.
- Standard faucet holes are drilled on 8″ centers.
- Drain holes drilled to 3.5″ diameter.
- Waste disposal system compatible.
- Overall dimensions: 60″ length (side to side) X 24.5″ width (front to back) x 5.5″ H (from bottom of flange to the top of backsplash, 12″ when including the sink basins.
- Each basin measures 13.5″ long (side to side) X 17.5″ W (front to back) X 7.25″ deep.
- Combined basin width is approximately 29″ L (side to side) X 17.5″ W (front to back).
- All measurements (±1/2″).
It is great to have so many sink styles and sizes available for a replacement sink or to use in designing a vintage-style kitchen.
Check out our everything we have published about farmhouse drainboard sinks on our resource page
Disclosure: NBI Drainboard is currently an advertiser on Retro Renovation, but this story is not part of “the deal.”
Wm Weber says
Pam, do you install instructions for you 60 or 66 inch double sink?
A client is trying to fit the sink to a new series of cabinets in the kitchen. Is there a spec sheet available?
Bill
pam kueber says
If you are talking about the NBI sink, you should contact them directly.
april pampalone says
I am very interested in buying one of these sinks but I cannot find
any review on long term use. I don’t want to spend this kind of money to have to replace it in a couple of years. Anyone know of somebody that owns one of these?
Jackie says
I like the look of these drainboard sinks but my husband thinks the material (acrylic) would act and look like our old basement washtub. I have read all the good aspects of these sinks, does anyone have a critical comment or critique so broaden the information? How does it compare to Breckenridge acrylic sinks sold at Home Depot–these are panned because the sinks scratch easily and lose their finish within a couple of weeks. Several customers just hated them and took them out. How about the vibration when using a disposal–does the sink leak around the stainless steel. thanks for any feedback
pam kueber says
I think that Kent (owner of the company) follows this thread. Perhaps he can respond…
Jamie says
My house has newer (1970s) kitchen cabinets we plan to paint (the original 1950 cabinets are hanging in the garage). I lust after one of these drainboard sinks, but couldn’t figure out how to use it, until I saw Pam’s reposting of the 2010 pink kitchen post, which shows some sort of chrome piece that spans the gap between the drainboard sink and the countertop. Now how to figure out where to get that!
pam kueber says
Why don’t you ask Ken of NBI Drainboard Sinks if he can recommend a solution? If he finds one for you — he could market it to sell more sinks! Win-win! He is a great guy!
Sammy says
These will not work if you are keeping your original vintage cabinets. Most cabinets made prior to late 50s are shallow ( from 20 – 22 inches ). These sinks require a cabinet of at least 24 inches to be installed within the counter top. Make sure to measure the depth of your counter top before you order this. I wanted to use one of these sinks but it was not an option unless I rebuilt my lower cabinets. I ended up installing an Apron sink that fit and looks good. If you can install one of these go for it they are great .
pam kueber says
It is not true to say these will not work on original vintage cabinets. My vintage cabinets [steel Geneva’s] are 24″ deep. It may be that other pre-war cabinets are also that deep.
Yes, measure first!
Heart says
While it’s true Sammy that the older cabinets are shallower, I have a 24″ counter top that overhangs the lowers by 2″ & it works out well. The lower cabinets can also be shimmed out from behind for a more flush look. Where there’s a will, there’s a way. 😀 <3
Shirley says
We have this sink except ours is bigger and deeper. It is original not a reproduction. Not sure where we are going to use it, it is to big to use in a little cottage that we are redoing that was built in 1945. We might use it in the laundry room. It is cast iron and weighs a ton.
Heart says
Lucky YOU! If you ever change your mind & want to get rid of that ‘big old heavy thing’… lol (kidding) I’m sure it will look great in you 1945 restoration. Originals are the Best!
The rest of us are happy to have these great options in old sink styles available. Thanks Pam.
Lee says
Looks like my farmhouse sink from 1905. Except mine is cast iron coated with porcelain.
Heart says
Blessed indeed Lee!
I think shipping would make these ‘cost prohibitive’ if they were re-made out of cast iron/porcelain. This is a Great option for those of us who want the old look of a vintage kitchen. Thanks for the source Pam.
Maggie says
no yellow! I have a double brain board sink. In yellow ro match my Chambers range. So still considering re-porcelaining it. Who no mid mid colors?
pam kueber says
I think that it is really difficult to replicate the colors…
Mary Elizabeth says
Also, we who love the colors might still be a small part of the market.
TappanTrailerTami says
Great looking sink! Now if they would just expand to colors! Pink, Ming Green, and Yellow!
Robin, NV says
That was my thought exactly Tami – more colors! One of the catalogs Pam posted a couple of years ago included a sink in “Melon.” I’ve been looking for that color ever since. Must be a real rarity.
Pam – didn’t there used to be a link to your catalog collection?
Kate says
If you want to look through our stories featuring vintage catalogs, you can find them all here: https://retrorenovation.com/category/vintage-catalog/