Sink Base Cabinet – Cabinet Glossary
What is a Sink Base Cabinet?
A Sink Base Cabinet is a lower cabinet modified to accommodate a sink. It has no top, partial back, and interior supports designed for plumbing.
Quick Facts About Sink Base Cabinets
- Widths: commonly 30”, 33”, or 36”.
- Design: no drawer directly above the sink area.
- Placement: centered under a kitchen or vanity sink.
Use Cases
- Installing a kitchen sink with plumbing access.
- Pairing with farmhouse or apron-front sinks.
- Housing pull-out trash or cleaning supply storage below the sink.
Designer Tip
Choose a sink base cabinet that matches your sink width for a proportional, balanced look.
Alternative Names
- Base Sink Cabinet
- Kitchen Sink Base
FAQ About Sink Base Cabinets
Q: Can sink base cabinets have drawers?
A: Only false drawer fronts, since plumbing requires open space below.
Q: Do farmhouse sinks need special bases?
A: Yes. Apron-front sinks require sink base cabinets with apron cutouts.
Related Terms
- Farmhouse Sink Cabinet – A sink base modified for apron-front sinks.
- Vanity Sink Base Cabinet – The bathroom version of sink bases.
Keep Learning & Start Planning
- Return to our full Cabinetry Glossary to explore more terms.
- Shop sink base cabinets in kitchen and vanity lines.
- Work with a Designer to plan your sink base placement.