There is the sophisticated hands-free automatic kitchen faucet that turns on and off when heat sensors detect your hands underneath, mixer taps that integrate hot and cold water into a single spout, or single lever taps are easier to use for the less dextrous, where those with a long lever can be operated with the elbow. Look for a kitchen faucet with just a quarter-turn action which can be turned fully on or off with a 90-degree movement, rather than a full 360 degrees.
Kitchen sink faucets come in many finishes including chrome (brushed, matt and high-polish), brass, epoxy coatings (tough, smooth and in many colors), pewter and nickel. Taps castas of solid brass (copper and zinc) will give maximum corrosion resistance, and these are what Kohler kitchen faucets are made from, as well as easy to change.
The Medora is one of the Moen faucets that offer distinctively stylish yet practical designs for the contemporary look. It is a one lever handle faucet with a pause button that temporarily stops the flow of water and a pullout spout with swing action for easy cleaning. Delta kitchen faucets boast of their patented Brilliance finish.
The first to market physical vapor deposition (PVD) technology, the faucets are of a premium finish that is durable and easy to clean, with no tarnishing or discoloring. Choose a Delta kitchen faucet from the casual, contemporary, traditional or stately look.
Pegasus kitchen faucets are made in Italy from premium quality stainless steel, solid brass construction, or other high-quality materials. The Pegasus kitchen faucet is stylish and attractive yet affordable. The company offers discount kitchen faucets that are surprisingly inexpensive. Concinnity kitchen faucets are another beautiful selection made from polished brass, nickel, chrome, and copper, or the finishes, smoked chrome, pewter to satin nickel. Commercial kitchen faucets are often for industrial use but today they have found their place in home kitchens. With their signature pull-down spray, it adds character to the spacious kitchen and is of practical use for those who love to cook up a storm and entertain.
Kitchen faucet repair is easy once you know the basics. Spares that usually come in handy are the kitchen faucet washers, O rings, seals, balls, springs or ceramic discs.
Simple and basic as they sound, kitchen faucets do personalize your kitchen.
