Where is the model number on a Kohler sink?

Identifying Your Sink Model

1. The model number is located on the underside of the sink, either molded into the sink material or stamped with ink.
2. Typically the model number starts with a K, such as K-5942.
3. In some cases, the model number is preceded by 97 or 87.

How do you remove a Kohler kitchen drain?

Lift the drain straight up out of the top side of the sink. Pry under the edges of the drain flange with a plastic putty knife to loosen it from the sink mounting surface, if necessary to prevent marring the sink finish. Remove the drain from the sink.

What model is my Kohler faucet?

The model number is printed on a tag that is attached to the cold water supply line of the faucet. The supply line is located below the sink, countertop, bath rim, or behind the bowl of a bidet. The model number, or part number, is typically preceded by “P/N.”

When did the Kohler Kitchen Sink come out?

Let me take you on a little stroll though kitchen design history from the 1930s though the 1950s — with this terrific series of images from Kohler. Vicki Hafenstein of the media relations team at Kohler is really helpful and responsive, and quickly supplied these vintage kitchen photos and illustrations to help with the etsy.com video.

Are there any Kohler cast iron sinks still available?

I also wanted to take this opportunity to remind everyone that Kohler makes one hudee-rimmed porcelain-on-cast-iron sinks still available today — it would be my top choicesfor a Retro Renovation kitchen:

Is the Kohler Kitchen Sink the same as the dinette?

This looks to be the same sink as the one above – without the drainboards. Late 40s and early 50s kitchens were much more likely to have built-in banquettes or dinettes and such. Kind of a carryover from bungalows. As kitchen design progressed, it seems we moved to stand-alone dinettes.

What does a Kohler deep bowl look like?

Look at the deep bowl, which also has a hinged top. This looks like a bungalow kitchen. You see further integration of the sink into the cabinetry — a clear line in the evolution of “fitted kitchens.” I love this illustration, which I am guessing comes from the 40s, I’d say.

Let me take you on a little stroll though kitchen design history from the 1930s though the 1950s — with this terrific series of images from Kohler. Vicki Hafenstein of the media relations team at Kohler is really helpful and responsive, and quickly supplied these vintage kitchen photos and illustrations to help with the etsy.com video.

I also wanted to take this opportunity to remind everyone that Kohler makes one hudee-rimmed porcelain-on-cast-iron sinks still available today — it would be my top choicesfor a Retro Renovation kitchen:

How do you pull out drain plug in Kohler sink?

With a lift-and-turn design, a knob on the sink drain cover allows you to manually lift it, and you press down and turn to lock and seal it in place. Pull-out plugs simply use a stopper to plug and unplug the drain.

Look at the deep bowl, which also has a hinged top. This looks like a bungalow kitchen. You see further integration of the sink into the cabinetry — a clear line in the evolution of “fitted kitchens.” I love this illustration, which I am guessing comes from the 40s, I’d say.