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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