| Kitchen faucets don't just serve as a functional piece | | | | Pot Filler Faucets - A "must have" for an avid cook. |
| of the kitchen. Today, they set the style with shapes, | | | | This cold water faucet is installed in addition to a |
| sizes, designs and finishes to fit any décor. Whether | | | | regular kitchen faucet and mounts on the wall behind a |
| you are looking for classic country or ultra modern, | | | | stove or on a countertop near the stove. It is used to |
| there's a faucet design to fit your style. Below are | | | | fill a pot that is already positioned on the stovetop. This |
| considerations to make when choosing a new kitchen | | | | faucet comes in a wide array of designs including |
| faucet. | | | | single or dual handles, long or gooseneck swivel spouts. |
| 1) How many holes does your sink have? | | | | Bar Sink/Entertainment/Prep Faucets - Compared to a |
| One of the most important questions when buying a | | | | regular kitchen faucet, bar faucets are simply smaller in |
| new kitchen faucet is how many holes are in your | | | | order to work with the bar/prep sinks they are |
| existing sink or counter top. | | | | intended to be used with. A great addition to any room, |
| 2) What handle options do you prefer? | | | | these faucets come in a variety of styles and designs |
| Two Handle Faucets - Provides precise temperature | | | | utilizing 1-3 holes. When used in a kitchen application |
| and water flow adjustment, with separate hot and cold | | | | they are often "matched" to the same style as the |
| controls, utilizing 3 or more holes of a sink or | | | | larger kitchen sink faucet. |
| countertop. This is a great style to consider if you're | | | | 3) What Spout Height and Reach Do You Want? |
| creating a traditional or period-style kitchen. | | | | Standard Arch - Faucet spout is generally 3-5 inches |
| Single Handle Faucets - Allow for quick and easy | | | | high and are best for smaller sinks and everyday pots, |
| water flow and temperature adjustments with one | | | | pans and dishes. |
| hand, which is helpful when your hands are occupied. | | | | High Arch - Provides plenty of room between the |
| Single Handle Faucets are generally compliant with | | | | bottom of the sink and the spout to conveniently wash |
| ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) requirements. | | | | large pots or oversized dishes. High arch faucets start |
| This design requires 1 or more holes depending on | | | | are 6 inches, but most are 8-10 inches high. |
| layout and styles range from traditional to modern. | | | | Spout Reach - Another important factor in deciding |
| Most models are available with or without side sprays. | | | | which faucet is best is the number of bowls you have |
| Wall-Mount Faucets - A unique style that requires no | | | | and the overall size of the sink. The faucet should |
| deck holes as the faucet actually mounts to the wall | | | | direct water into the center of the sink, a small faucet |
| above the sink. This design does require water | | | | can get lost on a large sink and a large faucet can |
| supplies that extend above the countertop in the wall. | | | | overpower a small sink. Most faucet have a reach |
| This is a great option if you're looking for an antique | | | | that ranges from 7½" to 10". If you have a double |
| style kitchen. | | | | bowl sink, be sure to choose a faucet that can reach |
| Pull-Out or Integral Spray Faucets - A great mix of | | | | both bowls. |
| style and functionality, the faucet head pulls out and | | | | 4) What Additional Accessories Will You Need? |
| with a touch of a button the water pattern switches | | | | There are a number of handy kitchen accessories that |
| from regular flow to spray. This design requires 1 or | | | | can be used in empty holes in your sink. If you have |
| more holes depending on the handle configuration and | | | | one or more extra holes, consider a hot water |
| number of accessories, creating a clean style that | | | | dispenser, filtered water dispenser, soap dispenser or |
| lends itself to a contemporary or transitional look. | | | | side spray. |