Product Description
Product Overview:
The Fienza Charlton 68700 is a 68.9cm wide single bowl butler sink designed for kitchens and laundries requiring the depth and visual presence of a traditional apron-front sink in a comparatively compact format. Its 54-litre bowl provides substantial working space for washing cookware, oven trays and larger household items, while the 220mm bowl depth helps contain water within the sink during everyday use.
A reversible front gives the Charlton two distinct presentation options. The fluted face introduces a more decorative, traditional character, while the flat face creates a simpler profile suited to transitional and contemporary cabinetry. Both sides are finished as part of the same sink, allowing the preferred front to be selected during installation rather than requiring a separate model.
The sink is manufactured from fine fire clay ceramic using high-quality European materials and is glazed on all sides in Gloss White. Fienza describes its Butler sink range as heat proof, food safe, stain resistant, impact resistant and easy to clean, making the Charlton suitable for heavily used kitchen and laundry environments where material durability and hygiene are important.
Installation may be configured as undermount or flushmount. Due to the weight and construction of the fire clay body, the sink must be carried by permanent support shelving within the cabinet rather than relying on the benchtop or sealant for structural support. A compatible basket waste is required and is purchased separately, with multiple finish options available to coordinate with surrounding tapware and hardware.
Product Features:
- Reversible apron front: presents either the decorative fluted surface or the smooth flat surface at the front of the cabinetry, providing two design treatments within one sink.
- Fine fire clay ceramic: manufactured using high-quality European materials to create the substantial body and traditional character associated with a ceramic butler sink.
- Glazed on all sides: the complete external surface is glazed, allowing either front orientation to be used while maintaining a consistent Gloss White finish.
- 54-litre single bowl: provides generous uninterrupted capacity without a divider, accommodating larger pots, pans, trays and laundry items.
- 220mm bowl depth: creates a deep working area for washing and rinsing while helping to contain water within the bowl.
- Undermount or flushmount installation: supports two integrated benchtop configurations, allowing the sink edge to sit beneath or level with the surrounding work surface.
- Permanent support installation: requires dedicated support shelving beneath the sink to carry its weight securely within the cabinet.
- Heat-proof fire clay construction: suited to demanding kitchen and laundry use where the sink may be exposed to hot cookware or hot water.
- Food-safe surface: appropriate for food preparation and washing tasks when cleaned and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
- Stain-resistant finish: the glazed ceramic surface is designed to resist staining and simplify routine cleaning.
- Impact-resistant construction: developed for the repeated use expected of a working kitchen or laundry sink.
- Selectable basket waste finish: compatible Fienza basket wastes are available separately in multiple finishes for coordination with tapware and cabinet hardware.
Colour / Finishes:
- Gloss White — 68700
Cleaning & Maintenance:
- Routine cleaning: clean the glazed ceramic surface regularly to maintain hygiene and prevent residue from accumulating within the bowl.
- Fully glazed surface: glazing on all sides provides a smooth, low-maintenance finish across both the internal bowl and visible exterior surfaces.
- Stain-resistant material: the Butler sink range is designed to resist staining during normal kitchen and laundry use.
- Sink protection: Fienza’s optional A29 Sink Protector may be positioned within the bowl to help separate cookware and utensils from the ceramic base during washing.
- Care during use: fire clay is a durable ceramic material, but heavy or sharp objects should still be handled carefully to reduce the risk of impact damage to the glazed surface.
Specifications:
- Product type: small single bowl butler sink.
- Collection: Charlton.
- Product code: 68700.
- Application: kitchen or laundry.
- Bowl configuration: one full-size bowl.
- Bowl capacity: 54 litres.
- Material: fine fire clay ceramic.
- Material source: manufactured using high-quality European materials.
- Finish: Gloss White.
- Surface treatment: glazed on all sides.
- Front configuration: reversible.
- Front surface options: fluted or flat.
- Installation options: undermount or flushmount.
- Support requirement: permanent support shelving.
- Tap holes: none.
- Basket waste: required and sold separately.
- Compatible basket waste codes: A3SS, A3CM, A3CO and A3RB.
- WaterMark certification: identified by an authorised Fienza retailer as WaterMark certified.
Product Measurements:
- Overall dimensions (W x D x H): 689 x 473 x 250 mm.
- Internal bowl dimensions (W x D x H): 648 x 443 x 220 mm.
- Bowl depth: 220 mm.
- Nominal product width: 68.9 cm.
- Bowl capacity: 54 litres.
Installation & Requirements:
- Installation type: undermount or flushmount.
- Cabinet support: permanent support shelving must be constructed beneath the sink.
- Load support: the sink must be supported from below and must not rely solely on the benchtop, adhesive or sealant to carry its weight.
- Orientation selection: determine whether the fluted or flat face will be displayed before the sink is fixed into the cabinetry.
- Cabinet planning: allow for the full 689mm width, 473mm front-to-back depth and 250mm overall height when planning the cabinet and support structure.
- Bowl clearance: allow for the 220mm internal bowl depth, waste connection and required plumbing beneath the sink.
- Benchtop configuration: prepare the benchtop for the selected undermount or flushmount arrangement.
- Waste requirement: install a compatible Fienza basket waste; the waste is not supplied with the sink.
- Tapware installation: the sink has no tap holes, so the mixer or tap set must be installed through the benchtop, sink surround or wall as appropriate to the kitchen design.
- Physical product measurement: final cabinetry and benchtop preparation should be confirmed against the actual sink before cutting or fabrication, particularly where the installation requires close alignment with the apron front.
- Professional installation: installation and plumbing should be completed by appropriately qualified tradespeople in accordance with applicable building and plumbing requirements.
Extra Information:
Fire clay sinks are formed and fired rather than fabricated from sheet material. Final cabinetry and benchtop work should therefore be coordinated with the physical sink supplied, particularly for an apron-front installation where the front edge, support shelf and surrounding cabinetry must align accurately.
The reversible body allows the final visual treatment to be decided as part of the kitchen installation. Positioning the fluted face outward creates a more decorative farmhouse appearance; reversing the sink exposes the plain face for a quieter architectural profile. The bowl capacity, dimensions and installation requirements remain the same in either orientation.
Fienza introduced its own kitchen and laundry sink ranges in 2021 and distributes its products nationally through facilities in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide and Perth. The Charlton is included by Fienza in its Butler, Gloss White, Kitchen Sink and Laundry Sink categories.
The basket waste is intentionally specified separately, allowing its finish to be coordinated with the selected mixer, cabinet handles and surrounding kitchen fittings. Compatible Fienza options include A3SS, A3CM, A3CO and A3RB.
Warranty:
Fienza products are backed by an industry-leading manufacturer's warranty, with coverage ranging from lifetime on ceramic disc cartridges and mixer structures through to 25 years on cast stone basins and stainless steel sinks. Warranty periods vary by product category. All warranties are in addition to your rights under the Australian Consumer Law.
Fienza butler sinks are backed by a 5-year manufacturer's warranty against defects in materials and workmanship. All warranties are in addition to your rights under the Australian Consumer Law.
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