Wall-Mount Hand Sinks
A wall-mount hand sink hangs off the wall on a bracket with no legs to the floor, which is why it is the default handwashing fixture in commercial kitchens: nothing obstructs the floor beneath, so the area sweeps and mops clean and there is nowhere for debris to collect — exactly what health inspectors look for. Wall mounting also lets you set the rim at the height the station needs (including ADA height where required) and tuck a compact bowl into a tight spot near a prep or cook line, where code wants a hand sink within easy reach. Confirm the wall can carry the load — a filled bowl plus use is significant, so anchor into blocking or studs, not just drywall. Pair a wall-mount bowl with 304 stainless and hands-free activation for the most durable, code-friendly handwashing station.
Wall-mount hand sinks free up floor space and clean easily underneath — the standard for kitchen handwashing stations. Compare wall-mount models by activation, size, and gauge below.
How the brands compare
Construction, activation options, and street-price range for the brands with the most hand sinks here.
| Brand | Models | Gauge | Grade | Activation | Street price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BK Resources | 94 | 16 ga / 20 ga | 304 | Knee valve, Manual, Sensor, Wrist blade | $342–$2,045 |
| Advance Tabco | 70 | 16 ga / 18 ga / 20 ga | 304 | Knee valve, Manual, Sensor, Wrist blade | $402–$6,836 |
| Elkay | 64 | 18 ga / 20 ga | 304 | Foot pedal, Knee valve, Manual, Sensor, Wrist blade | $357–$15,381 |
| Krowne | 53 | 20 ga | 304 | Knee valve, Manual, Sensor, Wrist blade | $3,355–$3,355 |
| AmGood | 11 | 20 ga | 304 | Knee valve, Manual | — |
| Atosa | 8 | 20 ga | 304 | Wrist blade | — |
About this data
Last verified: August 2026. Specs are compiled from manufacturer spec sheets and authorized dealer listings; where a value isn't published we leave it blank rather than guess.
Methodology: every hand-sink model is compared on the same set of specifications, and dimensions are checked (for sinks, overall width must exceed the combined bowl widths) — figures that fail validation are corrected from the manufacturer model number or omitted. “Street price” is the lowest legitimate published price we've found and can change.
Sourcing: product specs come from the manufacturer; regulatory statements link to the source (e.g. the FDA Food Code and NSF). Code requirements vary by jurisdiction — confirm with the authority reviewing your plans.
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