Many modern kitchen sink
faucet units are made mainly from brass, and then finished up with another
metal plating. The chrome and stainless steel finishes are the most popular,
because they have historically tested well for durability. Still, the kitchen
sink faucet is available in a myriad of styles as well as finishes, from the
popular stainless steel and chrome, to porcelain and even gold.
The basic kitchen sink
faucet considerations are typically the size that you need, and the controls
that you want. A large faucet in a small sink will make the flow of water
disruptive, and a small faucet in a large sink will make it ineffective.
Whatever the type you choose, ensure that it aims the water flow directly into
the center of the bowl. If your sink has two bowls, choose a model that can
easily reach both.
Next,
how do you want to control your hot and cold water flow? The classic Double kitchen
sink faucet is fitted with separate handles for cold and hot water, but has
increasingly been giving way to the single kitchen sink faucet. The more modern
kitchen sink faucet controls hot and cold water flows through a single
adjustable handle, which makes it ideal for water temperature control, whether
you are simply washing your hands, or preparing food. Some kitchen sink faucet models
additionally have heating systems built-in, to allow you water at boiling
temperatures, for that cup of tea, or pot of pasta.
Some
kitchen faucet installations are ideal for small kitchens with limited food
preparation areas. The wall mounted kitchen sink faucet is set up directly on
the wall nearest the water source, or behind the kitchen sink. They are best
installed by professional plumbers, who will ensure that the new kitchen sink
faucet setup does not interfere with any other aspect of your systems.
Do
you need additional kitchen sink faucet accessories?
Pull-out spray faucets are becoming increasingly popular independently of your
main kitchen sink faucet. These can be fitted either directly onto your kitchen
sink faucet, or else mounted onto the side, and are used to spray more greasy
dishes, for example, before washing them out properly, or when you need a small
squirt of water to clean your counters. To use them, simply pull out their
extendable arm and press on a lever to activate a strong spray of water. Aside
from its usefulness, this feature lends a neat
, contemporary look
to your kitchen.