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GUIDE TO CHOOSE KITCHEN FAUCETS - HOMESLIBRO

CHOOSE KITCHEN FAUCETS

Picking the right kitchen faucet is mainly a matter of choosing the style you prefer; whether the sink has predrilled faucet holes will also influence choice. Kitchens often have a high-pressure water supply, so most types of faucets will work (if water pressure is low, however, designs with pull-out sprays won’t work effectively).

 

CHOOSE THE TYPE

Unless your choice of faucet is predetermined by the sink you’ve chosen (with predrilled holes), you need to prioritize which style you prefer and the extent of your budget.


 

MIXER

This single faucet with controls on each side mixes hot and cold water within its body. It is available as a  single-hole, three-piece, bridge mixer,  or wall-mounted option.

 

SINGLE LEVER

A single-lever faucet operates in a  similar way to a mixer faucet but has one lever to alter the temperature and  control the water flow. Its neat design makes it easy to clean.

 

PULL-OUT

Larger than standard faucets, pull-out faucets require high water pressure and feature a pull-out spray head on a flexible hose for rinsing dishes and fresh produce.

 

PILLAR

Suitable for two-hole sinks, this pair  of matching faucets supply hot and cold water independently. Pillar faucets are a traditional design with crosshead or lever handles.

 

CHOOSE THE FINISH

There is a wide choice of faucet finishes available, so what you choose will depend on the colour of your sink, appliances,  and other elements of the kitchen, and whether you prefer a sleek and shiny finish or a contemporary matte finish.


 

CHROME

A popular choice in a range of prices, shiny chrome faucets suit contemporary and traditional kitchens. Chrome is easy to keep clean, but water spots will show.

 

BRASS

Mid- to high-priced polished or antiqued brass faucets add warmth to traditional and country-style kitchens. Brass retains its appearance for many years.

 

BRUSHED METAL

Brushed chrome or nickel is a mid- to high-priced choice. It won’t show water marks as much as shiny surfaces and works well with appliances in a similar finish.

 

POWDER-COATED BRASS

Black or white faucets made of powder-coated brass can look striking paired with certain sinks and countertops. They are available at a range of prices.

 

OIL-RUBBED BRONZE

Available in a range of prices,   this attractive dark finish, which changes over time as the yellow metal starts to show through the coating, suits traditional kitchens.

 

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