How to Buy A Kitchen Faucet?

Getting a new kitchen but troubling to find the right faucet? Having the argument with the wifey since you do all the dishes? Well, I understand and agree the choice for kitchen faucet must be in the hands of whoever does the most dishes!

Though for many it may seem like not a big decision. But for some people who want to get done with dishes quickly and not compromise on the design as well, knowing what to look for in a kitchen faucet is important.

Well, I am here to help you out to convince your wifey of the kitchen faucet you want! It is the perfect article to use in the argument! In fact, it is perfect to not let yourself sway in salesmen’s words!

How to Buy a Kitchen Faucet?

Design

First of all, you need to check the design of your kitchen faucet. Here are the three factors that you need to look into:

Mounting Style:

You need to ensure that the mounting style you choose fits best to your overall design. It can be either counter mounted, sink mounted, or sink mounted. For me counter mounted is the best as it is easier to use and repair when needed.

Valve Type:

You can either go for the latest ceramic valve type or the very old and reliable compression valve. There is also ball type valve, that uses an inner rotation ring. The ceramic valve is good to use when you don’t have much use of the faucet. Because they tend to loosen with usage. However, the compression valve is prone to leakage. If you have frequent usage, then a ball-type valve is the best option.

Internal Parts:

Go for a faucet that has internal detachable parts so that in case there is an issue, you don’t need to buy a whole new faucet.

Material

The next factor that you need to consider is material. The ones with brass, nickel, and steel do not allow the faucet to tarnish within a few years. However, if you want your kitchen faucet to have an even longer life, titanium is your best bet. But titanium faucets can be expensive. So, think wisely about what fits in your budget!  However, nickel and pewter based kitchen faucets are easier to clean and maintain.

Handle Style

The next step is to see the handle style. You might wonder it is helpful in how to buy a kitchen faucet? If you have children in the house, then this is an important factor to look into. Here is how what you need to see:

Single Handle

The single handle faucet is elegant. It lets you control the flow and temperature by adjusting the valve. Although this handle is stylish and compliments your kitchen. It can be hard for children to use. There are chances of mishandling. If you have kids in the house then double handle faucet is the way to go.

Double Handle Faucets

The double handle faucets need no adjustment. You can turn on the handle for hot and cold water. You can use both of them together. If you have kids in the house then you can easily mark the hot one for safety.

Hands-free Faucets

The hands-free faucets are your way to a smart kitchen. You can just place your hand beneath to get water. However, they are expensive, and getting them repaired at times is also costly. Also, for temperature control, you still need to use your hands, which does not make it worth the investment just yet!

Wrap Up!

Buying a kitchen faucet is a tough decision if you have to decide on convenience as well as style. However, if you have kids in the house, and you need to do a lot of dishes then a kitchen faucet is the way to go! For more queries drop a comment and we can guide you in detail.