Finding the Right Kitchen Faucet for You
Sometimes a quick kitchen update can make all the difference - think about upgrading your older kitchen faucet to a newer, more advanced option as a great place to start!
Faucets have come a long way in the past few years, and their functionality has gone way beyond just a simple "on" and "off" switch for your water supply. Depending on how much traffic your kitchen sees, you may want to put a faucet upgrade at the top of your list.
Today's faucets come in a wide range of styles, shapes, finishes, and functions. Other options to consider include a handy hot water dispenser, a dedicated filtered waterspout, the convenient soap dispenser, and the always-popular side sprayer. With each of these upgrades, you do need to be aware of some important details, such as:
- Most important, what kind of sink will you be using with the faucet? Answer this one first to help all your next choices fall into place.
- How many mounting holes come with the sink, if any?
- Will the sink be under-mounted or top-mounted?
- Will your faucet fit your sink? The water should be large enough to hit the center of the basin when turned on, but not so large as to overpower the look of the sink.
- Are there enough sink holes for your accessories?
Look for a finish that matches your style and choice of materials. There is a wide variety available today, including:
- Almond
- Biscuit
- Brushed chrome
- Brushed nickel
- Chrome
- Chrome & brass
- French bronze
- French gold
- Oil-rubbed bronze
- Pewter
- Platinum
- Polished brass
- Satin nickel
- Satine
- Weathered copper (patina)
- White
Remember that each manufacturer's finishing process varies, so there may be slight differences in colors from brand to brand. One way to ensure uniformity is to stay with one manufacturer when purchasing your hardware - you can often find perfectly matching accessories, and everything will look great together.
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