What Is “Faucet Reach” and Why It Matters

• Faucet reach refers to the horizontal distance from the faucet’s centerline (where it mounts) to the point where water should drop (ideally into the basin).

• In a triple basin sink, you often have 3 separate compartments. You want the faucet to serve either all basins or at least reach the middle or the basin you use most frequently.

• A faucet with too short a reach might spray onto the divider or cause splashing. Too long a reach can hit the sink walls or interfere with things like soap dispensers or handles.

Steps to Determine the Proper Reach for a Triple Basin Sink

1. Measure the width of each basin and also the width of the dividers between them.

• Example: Each basin is 300 mm wide, with 20 mm dividers.

2. Locate where the faucet will mount (typically on a deck behind the basins or on the sink rim).

3. Decide the target water drop point:

• If you want it to hit the center basin: aim for the middle of that basin.

• If you want it to swing to left/right basins: you may need a long-reach or swivel spout.

4. Subtract the offset: The reach you need is the horizontal distance from the mounting point to the desired drop point (center of basin).

• reach = (distance from mounting point to basin center)

5. Allow some clearance: It’s wise to add a small buffer (10-20 mm) so water doesn’t hit the wall or splash undesirably.

6. Check handle clearance: Ensure the faucet handles or lever have space to operate without hitting basin edges or backsplash.

Example Scenario

Suppose:

• Triple sink layout: three basins each 300 mm wide, separated by 20 mm dividers.

• The faucet mounts on a deck centrally behind the middle basin.

• You want the water to land at the center of the middle basin.

Then:

• From the faucet mounting point (center behind middle basin) to the center of that basin might be ~150 mm (half width).

• You might choose a faucet with a reach of ~150–170 mm to ensure good coverage.

• If you need to swing into side basins, a longer reach or swivel spout (e.g. 200–250 mm) may be desirable.

Considerations & Best Practices

• Swivel Spout: For triple basins, a faucet with a rotating spout will help you direct water into any basin.

• Height vs Reach: A tall spout may allow water to fall straighter even with a shorter reach, reducing splash margin.

• Mounting Position Flexibility: If possible, mounting the faucet slightly forward or rearward can adjust effective reach.

• Divider Thickness: Thick divider walls reduce available space; measure their thickness and factor it in.

• Water Pressure and Flow: A very long reach can lead to higher splashing with high flow rates.

• Design Aesthetics & Kit Compatibility: Since KPTOPSHINE produces faucets and mixers, ensure the model you pick is compatible with your spout length, hose length, and mounting hardware. (XINGLAN)