For a basement or garage, the Mustee 18F floor-standing Utilatub (18 gallons) is the simple pick; the wall-mounted Mustee 17W holds 20 gallons and keeps the floor clear. Both connect to a standard 1-1/2-inch trap and take faucets on 4-inch or 8-inch centers; the Moen 74998 and 8277 fit 4-inch holes.
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This guide covers utility sinks, laundry tubs and the faucets and drain parts that go with them.
Utility sinks and faucets compared
| Product | Key specs | Choose it when |
|---|---|---|
| Mustee 18F Utilatub | Floor legs, 24 × 20 in., 18 gal, fiberglass | A basic laundry or garage tub on a concrete floor |
| Mustee 17W Utilatub | Wall mount, 23-1/2 × 23 in., 20 gal, scrub board | You want the floor under the tub clear |
| Simpli Home Hennessy 28 in. | Stainless sink in a white cabinet, faucet included (listing) | A finished laundry room where looks matter |
| Moen 74998 faucet | Two-handle, 4-in. centers, 1224 cartridge | A simple faucet for a tub with 4-in. holes |
| Moen Commercial 8277 faucet | Two-handle, 4-in. centers, hose-thread spout, ceramic disc | You want to connect a hose to the spout |
A utility sink, also called a laundry tub or laundry tray, is a deep single bowl for laundry rooms, basements and garages. The plumbing choices that matter are how it mounts, the drain size, and which faucet fits the holes.
Mustee 18F: the floor-standing Utilatub
Choose the Mustee 18F for a simple, sturdy laundry tub. Mustee lists (mustee.com) a one-piece Durastone fiberglass tub, 24 inches long, 20 inches wide and 34 inches high, holding 18 gallons, with a 13-inch-deep bowl, a molded-in drain with stopper that connects to a standard 1-1/2-inch P- or S-trap, and a self-draining back shelf. The floor model includes steel legs with adjustable levelers.
Mustee says it accepts a single- or two-handle faucet on 4-inch or 8-inch centers, and lists IAPMO cUPC, CSA B45.5 laundry tray and ANSI Z124 listings. The wall-mount version is the 18W.
On October 15, 2026, the standard new offer came from a third-party seller with limited stock, model 18F.
Check Mustee 18F Utilatub laundry tub on Amazon →
Mustee 17W: wall-mounted, bigger bowl
Choose the Mustee 17W to keep the floor under the tub clear for mopping or a pump. Mustee lists (mustee.com) 23-1/2 inches long, 23 inches wide and 34 inches high, 20 gallons, a 13-inch-deep bowl, a built-in angled scrub board and a molded-in drain for a standard 1-1/2-inch trap. The wall model includes a wall bracket, side supports and hardware for mounting to a concrete or stud wall.
Mustee lists it for a two-handle faucet on 4-inch or 8-inch centers. The floor version is the 17F.
On October 15, 2026, the standard new offer from eFaucets showed stock with model 17W.
Check Mustee 17W Utilatub wall-mount laundry tub on Amazon →
Simpli Home Hennessy: a sink in a cabinet
Choose the Simpli Home Hennessy 28-inch if the sink sits in a finished laundry room. The listing describes a white cabinet with two shaker doors, about 27.6 inches wide, 18.9 inches deep and 34.25 inches high, a stainless steel sink and a high-arch chrome faucet, and says full assembly is required. We could not reach a maker page, so check the sink depth, drain size and faucet connections in the listing before buying.
On October 15, 2026, the standard new offer sold by Amazon.com was available to add to the cart with a stated delivery date, model AXCLDYHEN28-SS.
Check Simpli Home Hennessy 28 in. laundry cabinet with sink on Amazon →
Moen 74998: basic two-handle laundry faucet
Choose the Moen 74998 for a plain, easy-to-service faucet. Moen’s spec sheet (maker page: assets.moen.com/shared/docs/product-specifications/74998sp.pdf) lists a two-handle laundry faucet with a 1224 cartridge, designed to install through two holes at least 1 inch in diameter on 4-inch centers, on a deck up to 3/4 inch thick. Moen lists a lifetime limited warranty against leaks, drips and finish defects for the original homeowner.
Moen notes there is more than one version of this model, so check the drawing for the one you receive. On October 15, 2026, the standard new offer sold by Amazon.com showed stock with model 74998.
Check Moen 74998 two-handle laundry faucet on Amazon →
Moen Commercial 8277: hose-thread spout
Choose the Moen 8277 if you want to run a hose from the sink. Moen’s spec sheet (maker page: assets.moen.com/shared/docs/product-specifications/8277sp.pdf) lists brass construction, 4-inch centerset, 1/2-inch IPS connections, a garden hose threaded spout, lever handles, a quarter-turn ceramic disc cartridge, unrestricted flow and a five-year warranty.
Moen’s sheet also notes that some local plumbing codes may require a backflow preventer with this faucet and tells you to check with your local authority. Our vacuum breaker guide explains hose-thread backflow devices.
On October 15, 2026, the standard new offer sold by Amazon.com showed stock with model 8277.
Check Moen Commercial 8277 utility faucet on Amazon →
Floor or wall mount?
Floor-mount tubs stand on legs and are the easiest to install: set them, level them and connect the drain and supplies. They suit concrete basement floors and garages.
Wall-mount tubs hang from a bracket, leaving the floor clear. The wall needs solid backing, such as concrete or blocking between studs, for the bracket and hardware the maker supplies.
Cabinet sinks hide the trap and supplies and give storage, but take more assembly. Whichever you pick, check the height of the drain outlet against the drain in the wall or floor before you buy.
Drain, trap and washer discharge
Both Mustee tubs connect to a standard 1-1/2-inch trap, and our trap size guide shows the code table lists 1-1/2 inches for a laundry tub. Our P-trap guide covers trap kits.
Many people drain the washing machine into a laundry tub. Whether that is allowed, and how, depends on the code your area has adopted, so check before you hook the washer hose over the edge. If the washer drains to a standpipe instead, our standpipe height guide covers the code heights.
A basement tub below the sewer line cannot drain by gravity and needs a laundry tray pump; that is a separate project.
Supply lines and shutoffs
Put a shutoff on each supply so the faucet can be serviced without shutting off the house. Our supply stop guide matches stops to copper, PEX and CPVC.
Check the faucet’s inlet before buying connectors. Moen lists 1/2-inch IPS connections on the 8277; the 74998 sheet says its inlet shanks accept 3/8-inch ball-nose connections on one version. Our faucet supply line guide covers lengths and ends.
Matching the faucet to the tub
Count the holes and measure their centers before you order a faucet. Both Moen faucets here mount on 4-inch centers. Mustee lists 4-inch or 8-inch centers for both tubs; it lists the 18F for a single- or two-handle faucet and the 17W for a two-handle faucet.
For washing buckets and tools, a tall spout gives more room under it. Check spout height and reach on the faucet drawing; both Moen sheets show critical dimensions.
Frequently asked questions
What size drain does a utility sink use?
Mustee says its Utilatub tubs connect to a standard 1-1/2-inch P- or S-trap, and the code trap table lists 1-1/2 inches for a laundry tub.
How many gallons does a Mustee utility tub hold?
Mustee lists 18 gallons for the 18F and 20 gallons for the 17W.
What faucet fits a utility sink?
Measure the hole centers. The Moen 74998 and 8277 mount on 4-inch centers through two holes at least 1 inch in diameter.
Can a washing machine drain into a utility sink?
It depends on the code your area has adopted. Check local rules before draining a washer into a laundry tub.
Does a hose-thread utility faucet need a backflow preventer?
Moen notes that some local codes may require one for the 8277; check with your local authority.
How we chose
This document-based guide makes no hands-on testing claim. We read Mustee’s catalog pages for the 18F and 17W Utilatub tubs and Moen’s spec sheets for the 74998 and 8277 faucets. The Simpli Home cabinet is described from its listing. A Mustee 19F listing was excluded because its brand fields conflicted. On October 15, 2026, all five linked standard new offers showed stock, limited stock or a delivery date. Read our selection method and about Plumbing Picks.
Primary sources
- Mustee 18F Durastone Utilatub laundry tub (mustee.com): dimensions, 18 gal, 1-1/2 in. trap, faucet centers, listings.
- Mustee 17W Durastone Utilatub laundry tub (mustee.com): dimensions, 20 gal, scrub board, wall hardware, faucet centers.
- Moen 74998 specification sheet (maker page: assets.moen.com/shared/docs/product-specifications/74998sp.pdf): 4 in. centers, hole size, deck thickness, 1224 cartridge, warranty.
- Moen Commercial 8277 specification sheet (maker page: assets.moen.com/shared/docs/product-specifications/8277sp.pdf): 1/2 in. IPS, hose-thread spout, ceramic disc, backflow note, warranty.