Looks great and perfectly color matched... However, it installed leaving the flange higher than t...

Looks great and perfectly color matched... However, it installed leaving the flange higher than the sink base, so that there's always a little water left in the sink that can't drain. This is not the fault of the drain. The sink should have a suitable recess sized to accommodate the thicker flange in this composite material versus a standard metal drain. No point designing parts that look great together if they don't work great together

I remodeled my kitchen in 2017 and installed the blanco sink and this drain basket. The basket ha...

I remodeled my kitchen in 2017 and installed the blanco sink and this drain basket. The basket has already cracked and broken, leaking water all under my cabinet and bubbling the cabinet floor. I love my sink, but Blanco, listen up. The entire item is plastic except for the inner screw and it is a tension-set item. Terrific strain on this item that plastic apparently will not withstand. As I said, I had to replace it in 3 years. Because I want my sink to still be esthetically pleasing, I have replaced it with the same product. Im going to purchase another one to have on hand for when the other one breaks. Blanco, you have a design problem.

I added a bunch of photos of the Stainless Steel one since I didn't get to see the side view or w...

I added a bunch of photos of the Stainless Steel one since I didn't get to see the side view or what was inside. If this was helpful, please rate this so it goes to the top. I only returned it because I can't seem to find the version with the black flange that goes under the strainer part that fits in a Kenmore disposer. This came with a white outer body which I didn't need. I still rate this 5 stars because it is a good product overall, it just didn't have the part I needed. I'd say it's pricey, but then again, my current Blanco sink is going on 14 years old now! Now if I can just find that rubber piece...

Im writing this with a picture that is as close to the color as what Im seeing in person. There w...

Im writing this with a picture that is as close to the color as what Im seeing in person. There were so many shades online that I was almost afraid to buy this and the sink w/out seeing it first. I wanted it to match my slate appliances and fortunately I wasnt disappointed. I was worried about all the plastic comments and so I researched other sites. Same part number and color but it said it was metal. I think its both. The main part of the drain is solid molded plastic. It feels durable I just wouldnt over tighten it. The center plug that seals and holds water feels like metal with a matte coating on the top so It matches the drain. If you turn the plug over it feels like metal. Im not an expert and it doesnt say anywhere so Im saying it feels like it. I know its not molded plastic. The rubber on the stopper is thick but pliable for a nice seal, just give it a little turn. Im glad I chose the warm chocolate brown. I think the anthracite would have been too gray. The second pic is next to my slate dishwasher so you can see how it matches. Even the matte texture is similar to my appliances. I bought the good used from Home Essentials Direct warehouse and it was brand new wrapped in plastic with instructions. For $26 I dont need the original box. I hope this review helps with your decision.

If you have a composite (in my case Black/Onyx/Anthracite in color) sink and want a drain to matc...

If you have a composite (in my case Black/Onyx/Anthracite in color) sink and want a drain to match you may have tried a metal sink drain. No matter the color, I have found all of these to be painted brass or painted steel. Hot water down the drain bubbles up the paint. Or using too harsh of a chemical or scrubbing too hard, etc will also remove the paint. This thing is black the whole way through. Yes, it's plastic but it works just fine. I poured some boiling water down the drain to test it (that's what ruined my black metal drain) and the drain is just fine and it is a perfect color and texture match to my sink. Couldn't be happier.

Yes it is plastic. Your drain plumbing is all plastic. What's the beef? Perhaps it is the impress...

Yes it is plastic. Your drain plumbing is all plastic. What's the beef? Perhaps it is the impression that a nice metal flange with a large lock nut under the sink would make a stronger seal. However this Blanco product has a softer rubber gasket with multiple raised rings on both surfaces of the gasket that seals much better than a stiff flat seal. Further they tell you to apply a thin bead of silicone caulk to the underside of the sink. That will seal what may be the only rough surface. Finally, like another reviewer, I point out that the inside sink plastic has the color through the material so scratches will not expose another underlying color. Far better for the long term impression of a color coordinated sink. But if the beefy look of a stainless steel drain is what you want then don't buy this product. I included the picture so you can get an impression of the quality of color matching an all Blanco installation.

This is the best strainer basket I have installed and used. I like the all rubber (no putty) seal...

This is the best strainer basket I have installed and used. I like the all rubber (no putty) seals. Very clean. This made installation a breeze. Simply place metal strainer, with thin rubber seal, into sink and then plastic strainer basket under sink with thick rubber gasket. Center screw type connector is great for ease of tighten lower basket to upper strainer basket. This hole-type screw also serves for the easy push in strainer/sink seal. Simply lift up to drain. You may think the lower basket being plastic is a negative but, this is actually a positive. It is made of heavy duty PVC which conforms to even commercial installations. Besides, it may (probably will) last longer than metal since it will not corrode from most cleaning elements and minerals in water. Note: This is a polished (shiny) stainless steel strainer basket. This is a good quality steel with a nice chrome-like finish. FYI: I am using this inBlanco 441311 Performa 1.75 Medium Bowl Sink, Biscuit