Finding the best kitchen faucet for my home improvement project
So you have decided to remodel your kitchen. You have decided on the cabinets and the countertop. Now is the time to select your kitchen sink faucet. Selecting the best kitchen faucet to suit your décor will be a tough decision. This kitchen faucet is probably the most used in your home. You also picked one up, went to Home Depot and then Lowes and still haven’t decided which one you want.
Finding the right kitchen faucet involves many decisions. First you have to decide what kind of faucet. Is your sink stainless steel? So of course you want to get a stainless steel faucet. Is your sink porcelain? Then you’ll need to match it with the other kitchen decor: white, black, bone, stainless steel, chrome, brass, brushed nickel, oil rubbed bronze, brushed bronze, pewter, etc. Is your sink an undermount sink? Do you need an 8″ extension on the faucet or can you space the spout, handles and spray in any dimension? Do I want a soap dispenser? And finally you need to budget for the right amount. The best kitchen faucet can be very expensive. Remember not to buy this accessory cheap because of the amount of use it will get.
The size of your sink will determine the type of faucet. If you have a small sink, a single-lever faucet will suit your needs. But if you’ve installed a large double sink, then installing a two-handle faucet with a center spout is the right step. Make sure the faucet you choose is proportional to the size of the sink. You don’t want a small, double sink. Some of the finishes that the faucet comes in are brushed nickel, chrome, polished chrome, brass, antique brass, and many more. A chrome faucet is probably the most popular these days.
Kitchen faucets also come with side fittings. Soap and lotion dispensers, air gaps, and sink strainer are a few you can select from. Side sprays are available to clean those large pots and pans. The faucet can also be a pull-out faucet that converts to a sprayer at the push of a button.
As you can see, selecting the right faucet will require some thought and design sense. But when done correctly, it will really bring the kitchen together and feel complete. Don’t just go and select the first one you see. Every time you enter the kitchen it will be the first thing you see and you will not feel comfortable with your new kitchen.
The best kitchen faucets can be found at your local hardware store and local home center. You can also go online and choose a faucet from the manufacturer’s websites. But don’t buy it there. Those prices are higher than what you’ll pay in stores. While on the manufacturer’s website, search for local dealers of their faucets. The list below contains links to manufacturers’ websites so you can follow them if you really like what you see.
Price Pfister – Reasonably priced and easy to find like most reputable home improvement stores.
Moen – Reliable, stylish and affordable kitchen faucets that are among the best on the market.
Delta Faucets – Their products are regular award winners for both design and functionality.
Grohe Taps – Grohe taps are designed with European sensibilities and are arranged in three different themes. The contemporary line, the transition line and the authentic line.
Unmatched: practical, simple and functional faucets that won’t break the bank.
In the end, before you go shopping for the best kitchen faucet, know your needs. There are so many manufacturers of high-quality faucets that they are all good faucets. In the end, your final decision will be based on the decor you have selected for your kitchen. Find the faucet that stands out and really spices up the kitchen.