More counter.
Less compromise.
A deep nanotech stainless-steel basin, a retractable pull-out faucet, and a flush worktop—engineered around the realities of small-space van kitchens.
The van sink that disappears when you need workspace.
The faucet retracts beneath the cover so the sink becomes usable counter space between meals. Pull the 52-inch spray hose out to wash dishes, rinse muddy gear or pets, or pair it with a compatible shower pan for a more flexible water station.
Room for real dishes.
The 17.7 × 15.3-inch model balances a generous washing area with the compact footprint a camper van demands. Its 9-inch-deep basin helps contain splashes, while the flush cover restores valuable prep space.
- Exterior: 17.7 × 15.3 in (450 × 390 mm)
- Interior: 14.9 × 13.6 in (380 × 347 mm)
- Counter cutout: 16.5 × 14.2 in (420 × 360 mm)
- Depth: 9 in (230 mm)
- Material thickness: 3 mm top surface; 1.2 mm basin with coating
Designed for tighter floor plans.
The 15 × 13-inch model brings the same space-saving idea to narrower cabinets and compact kitchen modules. It is a smart choice when preserving aisle width or adjacent storage matters most.
- Exterior: 15 × 13 in (381 × 330 mm)
- Interior: 13.4 × 11.3 in (340 × 287 mm)
- Counter cutout: 13.5 × 11.5 in (342.9 × 292.1 mm)
- Depth: 8.75 in (230 mm)
- Material thickness: 3 mm top surface; 1.2 mm basin with coating
Choose around your cabinet—not the other way around.
Measure the cabinet, countertop opening, faucet clearance, drain routing and service access before ordering. Final installation should follow the current product instructions.
| Specification | Full-size sink | Compact sink |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior dimensions | 17.7 × 15.3 in 450 × 390 mm |
15 × 13 in 381 × 330 mm |
| Interior dimensions | 14.9 × 13.6 in 380 × 347 mm |
13.4 × 11.3 in 340 × 287 mm |
| Counter cutout | 16.5 × 14.2 in 420 × 360 mm |
13.5 × 11.5 in 342.9 × 292.1 mm |
| Basin depth | 9 in / 230 mm | 8.75 in / 230 mm |
| Material thickness | 3 mm top surface 1.2 mm coated basin |
3 mm top surface 1.2 mm coated basin |
| Best suited to | Everyday cooking and larger dishware | Narrow cabinets and compact layouts |
A faucet that works beyond the basin.
The sit/stand faucet pivots 360 degrees and retracts below the cover. A 52-inch pull-out spray hose extends beyond the cabinet for rinsing outdoor gear, bikes or pets. Rubber bushings help prevent metal-to-metal contact around the moving faucet mechanism.
Standard 1/2-inch NPT fittings simplify connection planning. Professional plumbing installation is recommended when local codes or your system design require it.
Deep bowl. Low-profile drain.
A conventional drain can consume the cabinet space you need for a water tank, pump or storage. Tec Vanlife’s compatible low-profile drain is designed to reduce that intrusion while retaining a deep, practical basin above.
Designed as a system, not a household sink squeezed into a van.
Flush work surface
Retract the faucet, fit the cover, and reclaim the sink footprint for meal prep or daily tasks.
Nanotech finish
The black coated stainless-steel surface is designed for easier cleaning and a refined, integrated appearance.
Deep basin
A full-depth bowl handles everyday cookware while helping keep road-life splashes contained.
Extended reach
The 52-inch pull-out spray hose expands what one water point can do inside and outside the van.
Two footprints
Choose more washing room or a smaller cabinet footprint without giving up the hidden-faucet concept.
Builder-friendly plumbing
Standard 1/2-inch NPT connections and an optional low-profile drain support cleaner packaging below.
The development archive.
Original imagery and videos from the Tec Vanlife hidden-sink story, preserved here as part of the product’s development history.
The original hidden-sink concept
An early image from the original page showing the space-saving sink and concealed-faucet design.
Original sink and shower system
A look at the early multi-purpose water-system concept.
Professional installation walkthrough
Campervan HQ demonstrates the nanotech sink installation.
Pull-out faucet installation
The Tec Vanlife product-page installation video showing how the sit/stand pull-out faucet is fitted to the nanotech stainless-steel camper sink. Professional plumbing installation is recommended.
Independent vanlife product review
A detailed third-party look at the original space-saving camper sink.
One sink. Many different van kitchens.
Born from a problem in our first camper van.
In 2019, while building our first camper van, we found that the available shallow stamped sinks and fold-down faucets were not designed around the limited workspace of a van. A household faucet stayed in the way; the alternatives felt flimsy and sacrificed useful counter area.
That frustration led us to engineer a platform inside the basin where the faucet could disappear completely. A matching cover then transformed the sink footprint into usable workspace. This was the beginning of Tec Vanlife’s hidden-faucet camper sink, refined through real customer feedback and continued product development.
2019 · The first hidden-faucet concept
Early prototypes combined a concealed faucet platform with a flush cover to give compact van kitchens back their counter space.
2020 · Nanotech finish
A black coated stainless-steel surface brought easier cleaning and a more premium visual finish to the system.
2022 · 52-inch pull-out faucet
Extended reach made the sink useful for dishes, exterior rinsing and compatible shower-pan layouts.
2024 · Low-profile drain
The system evolved below the countertop as well, preserving more cabinet volume for tanks, pumps and storage.
Questions before you cut the countertop.
Which sink size should I choose?
Choose the 17.7 × 15.3-inch model when washing room is the priority. Choose the 15 × 13-inch model for narrower cabinets, tighter aisles or layouts where every inch beside the sink is allocated. Use the published cutout dimensions—not the exterior dimensions—to plan the opening.
Does the faucet hide below the cover?
Yes. The faucet is designed to retract into the basin so the cover can sit over the sink and create a flush work surface.
Can the pull-out faucet rinse gear outside the van?
The spray hose extends 52 inches, making it useful for reaching outside many cabinet layouts. Confirm your own cabinet position, window or door access, and hose routing before installation.
What should I measure before ordering?
Confirm cabinet width and depth, the correct countertop cutout, sink depth, faucet movement, supply-line routing, drain routing, and access for future maintenance. Leave adequate structural support around the cutout.
Is a drain included?
Package contents can vary by selected option. Check the current product listing at checkout. Tec Vanlife also offers a compatible low-profile drain separately for builds that need more clearance below the sink.
Can this work with a shower pan?
The extended spray hose can support a multi-purpose water station when paired with a compatible shower-pan layout. Plan drainage, privacy, waterproofing and local plumbing requirements as part of the complete build.
Where can I buy it in the United States?
The same sink collection is available through TecVanlife.com and RoamLabX.com. Use either purchase button below to review current pricing, options, stock status and shipping details.
Build more living space into the same footprint.
Choose your size and cover on the live product page.
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