size hole for single hole faucet

[bobbieK]

I am installing a vessel sink faucet in a new counter top. I have the spec sheet for the faucet and i does not indicate what size hole to drill. I phoned the company and they said they do not recommend a size, and that my installer will be able to tell from the spec sheet. Unfortunately, i am the installer and i have no idea how to tell from the spec sheet. I hope the link below works.
thanks in advance for any help

http://www.*********.com/catalog/pdf...c7904177a1.pdf

[jadnashua]

Most faucets call for a 1-3/8" diameter hole. Safest thing to do (if you have the faucet), is to drill a hole that size in a piece of scrap and see if it fits well, covers the hole with the body, and you can anchor it properly. Adjust, if required, and then drill the counter.

[Redwood]

Evidently you were linking to a sales link the forum filter doesn't like.
I would say that checking on the manufacturers website should yield the installation information you need.

Jadnashua is correct that is the common size used.

[bobbieK]

I will use the "drill a hole in a scrap" method great idea, wish i thought of that.

I was unable to get the information from the manufacturer on the phone or on their spec sheets from the website. I guess not all manufacturers are created equal.

[Redwood]

That is correct.
I personally like Delta and Moen...

[hj]

A vesel sink faucet would not have a pop up drain rod, so you should be able to measure the shank and drill a hole the proper size.