How to Choose the Ideal Kitchen Faucet

Most people make their choices based on how they like the kitchen before purchasing a house. The kitchen makes the house as we tend to spend more time in it than in any other room. Our cooking space is our ‘flaunt center’ which has to have the ‘right’ accessory. Choosing the right kitchen faucet is one of the most important decisions to make during a kitchen renovation. Let’s look at the following important aspects of selecting a kitchen faucet below.

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Where are you mounting? - Decide whether you want a sink-mount, deck-mount or a wall-mount kitchen faucet. Wall-mounted installations are best suited for single basin sinks, deck-mounted installations are best for farmhouse sinks and undermounts. If you are replacing a sink mounted faucet, you should be aware of the number of holes available.

Know your sink - You should ensure that you know the number of holes in your sink or counter before you go kitchen faucet shopping. One hole kitchen faucets provide a much simpler and clean look, whereas the second hole gives the option to have a lotion dispenser or a side spray.

Get your arc right - You know the pain of trying to maneuver a large pan under a low spout and on the other hand, not wanting a high spout to come in the way of your window view. So get the arc of your kitchen faucet right. If you prefer more workspace over your sink, the high arc faucets will give a clear 8-10 inches above your sink plane; but if you want to keep it more regular,  a mid or low arc kitchen faucet will serve the purpose.

The right sprayer - Know your need when it comes to choosing the spray functions. People opting for extended reach prefer pulldown kitchen faucets whereas pullout faucets with its streamlined arcs are easy to hold and use. You also have the option of side spray kitchen faucet.

Enquire about the valves - Ceramic valves are known to give long time reliability and stay drip-free for a prolonged period of time.

The style factor  - You would want your faucet to complement your kitchen. So choose per your style be it rustic, traditional, modern, contemporary or transitional.

The finish -  You can go for matte black, chrome or bronze finishes, although it is said that chrome is the most durable finish and the easiest to keep clean.

The kitchen faucet is not merely a kitchen fixture, it is actually the statement of your fashion quotient. Visit a one-stop shop where you can check out the various options from different manufacturers available in the market. So, step into Weinstein’s Showroom in Collegeville and you’ll be glad you did. Weinstein’s ultimate guide to choosing a kitchen faucet will make your faucet selection process easier. They guide you through the wide range of features, styles and colors available from various brands like Kohler, Moen, Brizo etc. You can even test out your selections before making a purchase as most of their displays are functional. Call 610-409-8500 to schedule an appointment.

About Weinstein Bath & Kitchen Showroom in Collegeville:

Weinstein Bath & Kitchen Showroom in Collegeville offers plumbing and heating supplies to both wholesale and retail customers for clients living in Collegeville, Norristown, Pottstown, Phoenixville, and Trooper. We supply plumbing and heating supplies to both wholesale and retail customers. For kitchen, bathroom, and storage solutions in the Philadelphia area give us a call at (610) 409-2800 or send us an email via our Showroom Contact Form.

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