How to find the matching 3H escutcheon for your faucet

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This article explains how to choose the escutcheon/finishing plate to cover 3 holes in your kitchen or lavatory sink basin when installing a single hole faucet.

This article will explain faucet escutcheon, why they are used and how to find the one that matches your faucet.

**Note that not all faucets will have matching escutcheons

LEGEND

A- Shank

B- Fastening nut

C- Faucet base (some models have base plate)

D- Basin or sink holes center to center measure

E- Escutcheon hole diameter

F- Width of escutcheon

Why do I need an escutcheon ?

The main reason would be to cover up holes that were pre-drilled and aren’t being used, creating a more appealing look. They are usually used with kitchen or single hole bathroom faucets.

What type of escutcheon do I need?

There are 2 types of escutcheons, 4-inch and 8-inch. The names refer to the center to center measurements in inches between the 2 outer holes of your sink or basin.

4-inch escutcheon

8-inch escutcheon

These escutcheons are used on sinks or basins that have 3 pre-drilled holes where the center to center outer holes measurement (D) is 4 inches. They come in oval or rectangle shape.

These escutcheons are used on sinks or basins that have 3 pre-drilled holes where the center to center outer holes measurement (D) is 8 inches. They come in oval or rectangular shape.

Preparation:

Recommended Tools:

Measuring tape
String

Instructions:

How do I find the right escutcheon for my faucet?

Step 1:

Measure the center to center distance between the 2 outer holes of your sink or basin (D).

This will determine whether you need a 4“ or 8” escutcheon plate.

Step 2

Measure the diameter of the shank (A) or, if there are 2 threaded rods, measure the outer distance between the 2.

**You can also find this information on your faucet's specification sheet.

Make a note of this measurement.

TIPS: If you have difficulties measuring the diameter of the shank (A), you can wrap a string around it, cut it and replicate a circle on a piece of paper to measure the diameter. Or if the faucet is not installed, you could unscrew the fastening nut (B) until it comes out and measure the inside diameter.

Step 3

Measure the diameter of the faucet base (or base plate) (C). To help, wrap a string around it, cut it and replicate a circle on a piece of paper to measure the widest diameter.