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You’re cleaning under the sink.
Everything seems normal — until you notice something strange:
👉 A handful of small, grayish metal balls scattered in the cabinet.
They’re not ball bearings.
Not BBs from an air gun.
And definitely not something you remember putting there.
So where did they come from?
Spoiler: That pull-out kitchen faucet you use every day might be the culprit.
Let’s uncover the truth behind those mysterious little spheres — so you can stop wondering and start fixing (if needed).
Because real home mysteries don’t need detectives.
Just a little know-how.
🛠️ The Real Source: Your Pull-Out Faucet’s Retracting Weight
If your kitchen sink has a pull-out or pull-down sprayer, it likely uses a weighted mechanism to help the hose retract smoothly after use — just like a window blind snapping back into place.
Inside that weight?
👉 Small metal or steel balls — packed tightly to add density without rusting (in most cases).
Over time, especially with frequent use or age, the plastic casing around this weight can crack or break open — spilling the metal balls into the bottom of your sink cabinet.
✅ Common signs:
Tiny silver or gray metal beads under the sink
A hose that doesn’t retract properly
A dangling or sluggish spray head
It’s not dangerous — but it does mean your faucet’s retraction system is damaged.
🔧 How the Weight Works
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