Gold Down The Drain

One of the most underrated tools in a jeweler's arsenal is the sink trap. It can be a difficult and unpleasant tool to use, but it's necessary. It makes the metal recovery process more efficient and is essential to the financial bottom line of any jewelry operation. I'll share my 14 years of experience with this essential tool and will review sink trap sizes, considerations for installation, what you can and cannot put down the drain, and how to effectively clean it.