Perhaps you’ve admired a graceful antique brass kitchen faucet in a friend’s kitchen, or you were attracted by the back-country chic or steampunk appearance of a satin bronze spigot with a steamboat style turn handle, but you might not know that there are practical reasons for selecting brass for your kitchen faucet.
A brass body, which is the faucet and the controls, is heavier than its counterparts, and will require less maintenance and is likely to last longer. If you are used to lesser faucets, you will find that an antique brass kitchen faucet – even a replica – that is truly solid brass will come at a heart-stopping price, starting at around $250 for a brass replica from your local hardware. Some of the better brass faucets, such as Moen, can run up into the thousands. The good news with the high-end products is that they are usually backed by excellent warranties and superb customer service.
If you find a brass faucet at a lower price, be sure to check the construction description. Many faucets – brass and chrome – are simply a finish applied over a zinc core. While these are reasonably serviceable, once the finish is worn or scratched, the faucet is likely to corrode. This will cause it to require a replacement in a few years.
Canny shoppers can sometimes find the faucet they are seeking online or even at an estate sale. Or, if you are more concerned with the appearance of the item, you can find elegant, designer faucets at a reasonable price by browsing Pinterest. In the final analysis, it comes down to considering your goal for brass fittings. If you are going for appearance, or your budget is limited, a replica might be the way to go. If you want the faucet to last the lifetime of the kitchen and you have the money to spend, then you might want to consider investing in one of the higher end, solid brass fixtures.
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An attractive antique style deck-mounted tap for kitchen sinks. It's made of durable metal alloy with a brass finish. It has a tall cylindrical base, a single handle atop, an S-curved rotational pipe. It's equipped with durable ceramic valves.
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Aesthetic size-varied vintage taps (for kitchen sinks) made of solid brass with a glossy finish. Both have cylindrical bases, L-shaped handles, heavily bowed pipes. A bigger tap has 1 mixer handle, a smaller one - 2 handles. They're deck-mounted.
An elegant antique style kitchen sink tap crafted of metal alloy with a brass finish. It has to be mounted on decks. It has a vase-like base with a pipe-shaped single mixer handle, a heavily bowed rotating pipe, extremely durable ceramic valves.
An aesthetic antique style tap for kitchen sinks. It's crafted of solid brass with a glossy finish. It has a cylindrical base, an L-shaped handle, a strongly bowed pipe with a retractable end. It's designed to mount on decks.
A contemporary look for a kitchen sink with a sink bowl made out of white ceramic. The faucet of the sink is made out of brass-like metal, which gives it an antique vibe and elegantly contrasts with the room’s aesthetics.
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Humble kitchen faucets are probably one of the last things people think about when it comes to features and décor. Still, they're bound to regret it when they can't reach a specific spot in their double sink or realize that its bronze finish has got nothing to do with the rest of the furniture. Ouch.
Choosing a kitchen faucet involves both practical and decorative considerations. It's a good thing we've covered both, right?
First things first, you should choose between two types of installation:
Deck-mounted kitchen faucets are the most traditional and versatile option, and you'll find models that can match any type of décor style;
Wall-mounted kitchen faucets are an innovative, modern alternative that can help you make the most of smaller countertops that aren't very deep or don't leave you enough room around the sink.
As for the shape of the kitchen faucet, figuring out the one that you like the look of the most will allow you to discard dozens of irrelevant options:
Standard faucets are a space-optimizing and versatile category that relies on a single lever to control the temperature and flow of the water;
Bridge models feature separate handles for hot and cold water, and usually follow more traditional designs;
Although they can sometimes be found as deck-mounted options too, pot filler designs are a modern and minimalist alternative that is particularly popular for wall-mounted faucets: relying on two or more adjustable arms, they can be extended horizontally to reach both sides of a larger double sink or, as the name suggests, to fill a pot on your cooktop.
Don't forget to check the existing holes in your sink! Most have three: two for the hot and cold handle, and one for the spout itself. So, if you're planning on switching from a bridge model to a standard one-lever faucet, you should look for a design that includes a cover plate to hide the other two.
You should aim for a kitchen faucet that blends in and complements the room rather than one that stands out for the wrong reasons (aka looking painfully out of place).
Before choosing a kitchen faucet, consider your existing décor style:
Sleek shapes in stainless-steel or chrome are a versatile option that can easily complement modern décors;
Bridge-style kitchen faucets are best suited for more traditional décors and, if particularly decorated, for more ornate styles like shabby chic and French country;
Brushed designs and thinner wall-mounted options without fancy details are perfect for a minimalist feel;
Copper has become an all-time favorite in industrial kitchens.
Once you've got the most important things jotted down, you can start thinking of extra features that would make your life even easier or add a luxurious element:
A kitchen faucet with a swivel spout can offer you more flexibility than a standard model;
If you want an even higher degree of freedom, look for pull-down or pull-out models! They involve a moveable spray hose that can be stored inside the spout when not used.
Pull down faucets usually feature a taller spout and can only be pulled down into the sink; pull-out models are a bit shorter but can be moved in all directions (a blessing if you've got a double sink!)
A gooseneck model with a higher arc can help you fit larger pans more easily while also acting as an eye-catching decorative element.
However, we only recommend them if you haven't got any cupboards above your sink, or else the entire area could feel a bit busy; in that case, it'd be better to go for a low-profile model;
Do you mainly just rinse the plates before chucking them in the dishwasher? A pre-rinse feature allows you to do so much more quickly thanks to its higher pressure;
On the other hand, if you usually handwash your plates, you should look for a kitchen faucet with a high flow rate to facilitate your chores;
Touchless models are a fancy modern option that, while being more expensive, can help you achieve a deluxe feel and even consume less water, saving you money in the long run. It's also a more hygienic choice, but keep in mind that you might need to replace the sensor after a few years;
Choosing a kitchen faucet with a built-in water filter will be a proper game changer if you'd like to enjoy some fresh tap-water in a safe way; it also helps your appliances last longer, reducing the limescale problem.
