BK Resources BKS-1-24-14 Stainless Steel 1-Compartment Sink, Oversize 24×24×14 Bowl, No Drainboards, NSF
BK Resources BKS-1-24-14 1-Compartment Sink, 24x24x14 Bowl (No Drainboards)
The BK Resources BKS-1-24-14 is a one-compartment stainless steel commercial sink with a single oversize 24" x 24" x 14" deep bowl and no drainboards. Overall length runs 29" with a 29-13/16" front-to-back depth and a 43-3/4" overall height including the 9" rear backsplash. The deep 14"-bowl combined with 24" x 24" surface dimensions handles full hotel pans on a flat lay, sheet pans flat without diagonal positioning, stockpots up to 18"-20" diameter standing upright, large bus tubs, mixing bowls, fermentation buckets, and oversize prep equipment that an 18×18×12 single-compartment sink simply will not accept. The no-drainboard layout keeps the unit under 30" wide so it slots into kitchens that need heavy-duty bowl capacity but cannot give up wall length to attached drainboards.
Prefer to pick up locally? Will call pickup is available at 11 US warehouses (Los Angeles, San Francisco, Orlando, Chicago, Denver, Dallas, Boston, Newark, Atlanta, Houston, Cleveland) on the 29" 1-compartment will-call sink with 24-inch bowl and no drainboards. This BK Resources sink ships nationwide.
T-304 18-gauge stainless steel deck and bowl, galvanized 1-5/8" round legs with adjustable high-impact corrosion-resistant feet, 1-1/2" rounded front and side edges, and a basket drain (BKDR-4) included in the carton make this a true commercial-duty sink ready for daily back-of-house service. Pre-punched 8"-on-center splash-mount faucet holes accept any standard 8" OC commercial faucet. NSF listed.
Best Uses for the BKS-1-24-14
- Stockpot, soup kettle, and large-vessel wash stations in scratch kitchens, soup operations, and stock production
- Pot and pan sinks for kitchens that wash full hotel pans and full sheet pans flat without diagonal soaking
- Production bakeries running mixing bowls, dough buckets, and proofing equipment through wash cycles
- Butcher shops, fishmongers, and meat processors washing large lugs, tubs, and processing trays
- Brewpubs, distilleries, and beverage operations washing large fermentation vessels, hose assemblies, and processing tools
- Banquet and catering kitchens handling oversize chafer pans, full hotel pans, and large prep equipment
- Commissary kitchens supporting food trucks, ghost kitchens, and central prep operations
- Auxiliary heavy-duty wash stations supplementing a main 3-compartment dish line for stockpot-only soaks
Why a 24x24x14 Single-Compartment Bowl Matters
The BKS-1-24-14 is the largest one-compartment no-drainboard sink BK Resources offers, and the bowl size is what differentiates it from every smaller variant. A 24" x 24" surface lets operators lay a 12" x 20" full hotel pan flat with room to spare, drop a full-size sheet pan (18" x 26") in flat without any diagonal positioning, set a stockpot up to 18"-20" diameter on the bottom of the bowl with clearance to the rim, and submerge oversize bus tubs, mixing bowls, and fermentation buckets in straight-down lifts. The 14" depth - two inches deeper than the standard 12"-bowl single-compartment line - matters for tall items: 6"-deep full hotel pans submerge fully under wash water without sloshing, tall stockpots clear the rim with room for soap and rinse runoff, and the bowl holds enough water column to keep agitated items fully submerged without constant top-off.
The no-drainboard layout means the bowl runs flush to both ends of the deck with no drying space attached. Operators who need staging for soiled-in or clean-out items typically pair this sink with an adjacent prep table, bus tub on a rack, drying rack, or transfer cart - the tradeoff is footprint versus integrated drying surface. End splashes (BKS-RES) are available as an option to contain water at the ends of the bowl in installations where the sink is not flush against side walls.
T-304 18-Gauge Stainless Construction
The deck and bowl are formed from T-304 18-gauge stainless steel - the same grade used in restaurant prep tables, work tables, and food-contact equipment for its corrosion resistance and food-safe surface. The 18-gauge thickness (about 1.2 mm) is the commercial standard for compartment sinks and survives daily abuse from heavy stockpots, knife edges, and wire-bristle scrub brushes without denting or warping. The galvanized 1-5/8" round legs handle the load of a full 24"-deep bowl - a single full bowl at 24" x 24" x 14" holds roughly 35 gallons or close to 290 lb of water at full fill, on top of any submerged stockpot or hotel pan. Adjustable corrosion-resistant feet allow leveling on uneven floors and absorb impact from delivery carts and cleaning equipment. The "S" stainless-leg variant (BKS-1-24-14S) offers stainless legs with stainless end bracing and stainless-over-plastic adjustable bullet feet for high-humidity dishrooms and chemical-splash environments where galvanized leg corrosion would shorten service life.
The 1-1/2" rounded front and side edges serve two purposes: they stiffen the deck so it does not flex under the full-bowl water load, and they create a containment lip that keeps water and food debris from running off the sink onto floors or adjacent equipment. The 9" rear backsplash protects the wall behind the sink and provides the mounting surface for the splash-mount faucet, keeping the faucet body, hose, and supply lines out of the working area on the deck.
Faucet Holes and Drain Hardware
The backsplash includes one set of pre-punched 8"-on-center faucet holes that accept any standard commercial 8" OC splash-mount faucet - including pre-rinse units, gooseneck spouts, and add-on dish sprayers. A pre-rinse unit pairs particularly well with the 24×24 bowl footprint because the wider working surface gives the spray valve more room to maneuver around oversize stockpots and full hotel pans without banging the bowl walls. A 3-1/2" basket drain (BK Resources BKDR-4) ships with the unit; install it in the bowl drain opening with plumber's putty or the included gasket and connect to a standard 1-1/2" drain trap below. A stainless steel basket drain (BKDR-4-304) is available as an upgrade if the install location runs hotter water, harsher chemicals, or longer service intervals between basket cleanouts. Lever drains are also available as an option for hands-free draining on heavy-soak operations.
Specifications
| Model | BKS-1-24-14 |
| Brand | BK Resources |
| Type | One-compartment sink, no drainboards, oversize bowl |
| Compartments | 1 |
| Drainboards | None |
| Overall Length | 29" |
| Overall Width (front-to-back) | 29-13/16" |
| Overall Height (with backsplash) | 43-3/4" |
| Working Height (deck) | 36" |
| Bowl Length (left-to-right) | 24" |
| Bowl Width (front-to-back) | 24" |
| Bowl Depth | 14" |
| Backsplash Height | 9" |
| Faucet Holes | (1) set, 8" on-center splash-mount |
| Front and Side Edges | 1-1/2" rounded |
| Material | T-304 18-gauge stainless steel deck and bowl |
| Legs | 1-5/8" galvanized steel, round |
| Feet | Adjustable high-impact corrosion-resistant |
| Drain Included | Basket drain (BKDR-4) |
| Drain Outlet | 3-1/2" basket drain to 1-1/2" tailpiece |
| Net Weight | 47 lb |
| Certifications | NSF |
Installation, Plumbing, and Clearance Requirements
The BKS-1-24-14 ships fully assembled or with bolt-together legs depending on freight configuration; check the carton on receipt before delivery to confirm. At 29" overall length and 29-13/16" front-to-back, the unit projects further into the kitchen than a standard 23-13/16" 1-comp footprint - confirm front-of-sink clearance for the user working with full stockpots and hotel pans, and confirm code-required access aisle dimensions before final placement. Set the sink against a wall with the 9" backsplash flush to the wall surface, level the four adjustable feet on the floor, and confirm the deck reads level both left-to-right and front-to-back before plumbing the supply or drain lines. The 1-5/8" round galvanized legs accept standard commercial undershelves and crossbraces if additional storage is desired below the deck.
Faucet supply lines connect to the splash-mount faucet body installed through the 8"-on-center backsplash holes - run hot and cold supply lines up the wall behind the sink with shut-off valves accessible for service. The basket drain installs in the bowl drain opening with the included gasket; connect the 1-1/2" tailpiece to a P-trap and run the trap waste line to a floor drain or to the building waste stack per local code. Most jurisdictions require an indirect-waste air gap between the sink drain and the floor drain when the sink is used for food contact - confirm with the local health authority before final connection. Allow at least 6" of clearance behind the unit between the backsplash and the wall finish for plumbing service access if drainage is run through the wall instead of down through the floor.
Why Operators Choose BK Resources
BK Resources builds commercial sinks and stainless fabrication the way working operators want them built - T-304 stainless for corrosion resistance and food-safe contact, 18-gauge thickness for daily commercial duty, NSF-listed construction so health inspectors clear the install on the first walkthrough, rounded edges for water containment without on-site fabrication, a basket drain included in the carton instead of as a separate purchase, and galvanized 1-5/8" leg construction at the value tier with stainless-leg upgrades available on the same chassis (model number ending in "S"). Browse the full sink lineup for matching 2- and 3-compartment sinks, smaller 1-compartment bowls, single- and dual-drainboard variants, hand sinks, mop sinks, and underbar wash equipment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size pans, pots, and equipment fit in the 24 x 24 x 14 bowl?
The bowl lays a 12" x 20" full hotel pan flat with room to spare, accepts a full-size sheet pan (18" x 26") flat without diagonal positioning, holds a stockpot up to 18"-20" diameter standing upright, and submerges oversize bus tubs, mixing bowls, and fermentation buckets in straight-down lifts. The 14" bowl depth fully submerges 6"-deep full hotel pans and tall stockpots without water sloshing over the rim during agitation - the practical advantage over 12"-deep 1-compartment sinks is the ability to wash tall items in a single soak instead of two flips.
Does the BKS-1-24-14 meet 3-compartment sink requirements for a commercial kitchen?
No. Most local health codes require a separate 3-compartment sink for wash, rinse, and sanitize when manual ware-washing is the primary dish-cleaning method. The BKS-1-24-14 is a one-compartment sink intended for stockpot soaking, prep, pot-and-utensil duty, large-vessel wash, or as a heavy-duty secondary station alongside a 3-compartment line. Confirm requirements with the local health authority before relying on this unit as a primary dish sink - some jurisdictions allow a 1-compartment soak sink as a supplement to a 3-comp wash line, others do not.
What is the difference between BKS-1-24-14 and the smaller 1-compartment no-drainboard models?
BK Resources offers no-drainboard 1-compartment sinks in several bowl sizes. The BKS-1-15-14 has a 15" x 15" x 14" bowl (20" overall, 30 lb). The BKS-1-1620-12 has a 16" x 20" x 12" bowl (21" overall, 33 lb). The BKS-1-18-12 has an 18" x 18" x 12" bowl (23-1/2" overall, 32 lb). The BKS-1-1824-14 has an 18" x 24" x 14" bowl (23" overall, 38 lb). The BKS-1-20-12 has a 20" x 20" x 12" bowl (25" overall, 35 lb). The BKS-1-24-14 has the largest 24" x 24" x 14" bowl (29" overall, 47 lb). Choose the BKS-1-24-14 when bowl capacity for stockpots, full hotel pans, and oversize prep equipment matters more than minimizing footprint.
What faucet fits the BKS-1-24-14?
Any commercial 8"-on-center splash-mount faucet. That includes deck-mount commercial faucets with 8" hub-to-hub spacing, gooseneck spouts, pre-rinse units, and add-on dish sprayers. A pre-rinse unit pairs particularly well with the 24×24 bowl footprint because the wider working surface gives the spray valve more room to maneuver around oversize stockpots and full hotel pans. The faucet is not included with the sink - purchase separately based on application.
Is the basket drain included or a separate purchase?
The standard chrome-plated brass basket drain (BK Resources BKDR-4) is included in the carton. A stainless steel basket drain (BKDR-4-304) is available as an upgrade for harsher service environments, longer service intervals, or installations where chrome plating is not acceptable. Lever drains are also available as an option for hands-free draining on heavy-soak operations.
What is the difference between the BKS-1-24-14 and the BKS-1-24-14S?
The standard model has galvanized steel legs and standard adjustable feet. The "S" model upgrades to stainless steel legs, stainless steel end bracing, and stainless-over-plastic adjustable bullet feet - the same deck and bowl but a higher-grade chassis for environments where galvanized leg corrosion would be a problem (high-humidity dishrooms, cleaning-chemical splash zones, outdoor or covered-patio installs, brewery and beverage production environments).
How do I stage soiled or clean items without a drainboard?
Operators typically place a stainless prep table, bus tub on a rack, transfer cart, or wire drying rack adjacent to the sink to handle soiled-in and clean-out staging. End splashes (BKS-RES) are available as an option to contain water at the ends of the bowl where the sink is not flush against side walls. The no-drainboard footprint trades integrated drying space for the shortest possible 24-bowl 1-compartment width - operators who already have prep table or bus tub staging near the sink lose nothing by choosing this variant.
How much does a full 24x24x14 bowl weigh when filled with water?
A 24" x 24" x 14" bowl holds approximately 35 gallons of water at full fill, which weighs roughly 290 lb. Add the weight of submerged stockpots, hotel pans, or other equipment plus the sink chassis itself (47 lb dry) and the load on the floor under the four legs can exceed 350 lb during peak wash cycles. Confirm the floor under the install location can handle the static and dynamic load before final placement, particularly on raised mezzanines, food truck floors, or older wood-frame structures.
Can I install an undershelf or crossbrace under the sink?
Yes. The 1-5/8" round galvanized legs accept standard commercial sink undershelves, crossbraces, and slant-rack shelves like the BK-SSH (sold separately). Undershelves add storage for cleaning chemicals, scrub buckets, and bus tubs while keeping the deck clear for active wash work.
Does the sink require an indirect-waste air gap?
Most local health codes require an indirect-waste air gap between the sink drain and the floor drain or building waste stack when the sink is used for food contact. The exact air gap distance varies by jurisdiction. Confirm with the local health authority and a licensed plumber before final connection - retrofitting an air gap after the sink is in place is significantly more expensive than building it into the original install.
Is the BKS-1-24-14 NSF-listed?
Yes. The unit is NSF listed for commercial food-service use, which is required by most local health authorities for any sink installed in a permitted commercial kitchen, bar, or food-service operation.
Can the BKS-1-24-14 be used as a hand sink?
No. Hand sinks require dedicated NSF-listed hand sink units with hands-free operation (knee, foot pedal, or sensor activation) per most health codes. The BKS-1-24-14 is a heavy-duty utility/wash sink with manual faucet operation and does not satisfy hand-washing-only requirements. Pair it with a separate dedicated hand sink in any permitted commercial kitchen.