The Nantucket Sinks FCFS3020S-MatteBlack is a 30" reversible Italian fireclay farmhouse sink in a honed matte black glaze with an almost leathery look. One side of the apron is fluted and the other plain, and the centered drain lets either face the room, which makes it a flexible statement sink for a modern farmhouse or industrial kitchen.
The single basin is 28" x 18" and 9" deep, wide enough to lay a sheet pan flat, with a centered 3.5" drain opening that the water reaches from every corner. At 29.75" x 19.75" with a 10" apron, it is the 30" farmhouse size that fits many kitchens where a 33" sink would crowd the cabinet run.
Fireclay cannot rust, stains wipe away. Dimensions are nominal, up to 1/2" variation, so the base is built to the sink you receive.
Planning the Cabinet and Plumbing
Planning the cabinet comes first with any fireclay farmhouse sink. This one needs a base cabinet of at least 33", and because it weighs 109 lbs, the cabinet is fitted with an internal support frame to carry it. It has no faucet holes, so the faucet goes on the countertop or the wall. The drain opening is center-set, and the drain is ordered separately; the thick fireclay bottom may require an extended flange or ferrule on the drain. Measure the actual sink before the cabinet is built, so the opening fits the piece you receive. The accessories Nantucket lists for it, all sold separately, are the NS35L-EXT basket strainer drain for fireclay sinks, the 3.5EDF-MBL extended drain flange in matte black, the 3.5EDF-BRS extended drain flange in brushed stainless, the 3.5EDF-ORB extended drain flange in oil rubbed bronze.
Living With Fireclay
Living with fireclay is simple. The glazed surface lets food stains wipe away, contains no metal so it will not rust, and needs only a mild cleaner and a soft cloth day to day; Nantucket suggests baking soda for stuck-on food, Soft Scrub or a Scotch-Brite sponge for a rare surface mark, and an occasional coat of carnauba wax to help water run off. Nantucket's fireclay care guide calls the material easy and low maintenance, and in hard water areas a quick dry with a cloth prevents spotting.
For a kitchen built around a statement apron front sink, the Nantucket Sinks FCFS3020S-MatteBlack pairs a 30" reversible Italian fireclay farmhouse design with the easy care of glazed fireclay, a farmhouse kitchen sink meant to be used hard every day and still look like the centerpiece of the room.
Features
Reversible Fluted or Plain
One apron face is fluted and the other is plain; the drain is centered, so the sink can be installed with either side showing and the choice can be made at the cabinet.
Leathery Matte Black
A honing technique gives the matte black glaze a rustic, almost leathery visual effect; the low-sheen finish pairs with brass or black faucets.
28" Single Basin
The undivided 28" x 18" x 9" bowl takes roasting pans, baking sheets and big pots flat, and still fits a 30" farmhouse cabinet run.
Glazed, Rust-Proof Surface
Fireclay contains no metal, so it cannot rust, and the glaze lets everyday food stains wipe away. Nantucket says fireclay needs fewer cleansers.
Center 3.5" Drain
The 3.5" drain opening sits at the center of the basin. Nantucket sells the 3.5EDF extended disposal flange separately.
Honest Handmade Tolerances
Nantucket lists the dimensions as nominal: a fired sink can vary by up to 1/2" and the walls taper 1/4" toward the bottom. The cabinet and countertop openings are therefore measured from the actual sink.
Specifications
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Model: FCFS3020S-MatteBlack
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Collection: Vineyard Collection
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Material: Fireclay
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Finish: Porcelain Enamel Glaze - Matte
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Color: Matte Black
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Mount: Undermount
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Sink Type: Farmhouse apron front
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Bowls: Single
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Shape: Rectangle
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Exterior Dimensions: 29.75" x 19.75" x 10"
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Interior Dimensions: 28" x 18" x 9"
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Bowl Depth: 9"
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Faucet Holes: None
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Overflow: No
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Drain Opening: 3.5"
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Drain Position: Center
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Drain Included: No
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Minimum Cabinet: 33"
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Bottom Grid: BG-VC30S (sold separately)
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Template: Not included (cut from the sink)
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Weight: 109 lbs
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Country of Origin: Italy
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Warranty: 5-year limited
What's Included
- FCFS3020S-MatteBlack fireclay farmhouse sink
Sold separately: a 3.5" drain (not included), BG-VC30S stainless bottom grid, NS35L-EXT basket strainer drain for fireclay sinks, 3.5EDF-MBL extended drain flange in matte black, 3.5EDF-BRS extended drain flange in brushed stainless, 3.5EDF-ORB extended drain flange in oil rubbed bronze.
Installation & Care
Installation
This is an undermount farmhouse sink for a custom or apron-front base cabinet (33" minimum), built with an internal cradle or 2x4 support frame that holds the sink level and flush with the cabinet top; Nantucket's apron guide rates the frame for up to 300 lbs, and the sink alone weighs 109 lbs, so plan a two-person lift. No template is included and dimensions are nominal, so the cabinet and countertop cutout are measured from the actual sink, flush or with a 1/4" overhang. There are no faucet holes, so the faucet mounts on the counter or wall. The sink has a 3.5" drain opening at the center of the bowl; the thick fireclay bottom may require an extended flange or ferrule on the drain. Professional installation is required. The Apron installation guide is in Resources.
Care
Clean the fireclay regularly with a mild cleaner and a soft cloth or non-abrasive sponge, then rinse; in hard water areas, dry it with a cloth to prevent spotting. Soak stuck-on food to loosen it, using baking soda if needed, and lift a rare surface stain with Soft Scrub or a Scotch-Brite sponge. An occasional coat of carnauba wax adds protection and helps water run off. Fireclay contains no metal, so it will not rust. Fireclay is stain resistant and low maintenance, and the drain should never be over-tightened.
Resources
Shipping, Returns & Warranty
Nantucket Sinks ships this item by UPS or FedEx from North Kingstown, Rhode Island, usually within 1 to 2 business days of your order. Shipping is free within the lower 48 states on orders of $101 or more (orders under $101 ship for a flat $15); for Alaska or Hawaii, contact us before you order. You'll get tracking by email as soon as it ships.
Inspect the packaging and the product before you sign. Note any damage or shortage on the delivery receipt, then email photos to support@mycleansupplies.com within 48 hours of delivery so the freight claim can be filed. Damage reported after 48 hours can't be claimed.
Unused Nantucket Sinks products in their original packaging can be returned within 21 days of delivery. Ask us for a return authorization before you ship. Returns carry Nantucket Sinks' 25% restocking fee, you pay the return shipping, and the return travels at your risk, so pack it as it arrived. Payment processing fees are not refunded. Installed, used or damaged products, and discontinued models, can't be returned.
Nantucket Sinks backs its fireclay sinks with a 5-year limited warranty: it replaces, at its option, any sink found to have a material defect, and replacement sinks are offered at 50% of the original purchase price. Glaze damage from improper or caustic cleansers, cracks from impact, a farm sink forced into its cutout, and cracks from an over-tightened drain are not covered. The warranty covers residential installations for the original purchaser; installation, labor and transportation costs, and damage from installation, improper cleaning, misuse or neglect, are not covered.
Warranty claims. Email Nantucket Sinks at info@nantucketsinksusa.com with the date and place of purchase and installation, the model number, a description of the defect and photos of it. Nantucket Sinks may inspect the product and the installation before it decides on a replacement or adjustment. Contact us with your order number if you would like help with the claim.
About Nantucket Sinks
Nantucket Sinks is a boutique sink maker based in North Kingstown, Rhode Island, that has designed kitchen and bath sinks for more than two decades. Its range of over 500 products brings together fireclay, stainless steel, granite composite, vitreous china, cast iron and hand-hammered metals sourced from skilled makers in Italy, China and beyond, styled with the charm of the New England coast.
The Vineyard Collection is Nantucket Sinks' line of Italian fireclay farmhouse sinks, named for Martha's Vineyard across the water from Nantucket and its long history of artist colonies. It is where the brand puts its most decorative work: sculpted aprons such as Grapes, Filigree and Waves, a curved apron, hand-distressed Shabby glazes, a Pietra Sarda stone effect and matte black or concrete finishes. Sizes run from the compact 23" FCFS2418S through the 30" FCFS3020S to the 33" FCFS3320S, FCFS3320CA and double bowl FCFS3318D, so one look can be matched to the cabinet run you have.
