Whether you want to remodel your kitchen or just give it an upgrade, it pays to think about accessories. A brand-new faucet can make your kitchen look new, even if you haven’t actually changed anything else. It’s a simple enough upgrade, not requiring more than a couple of hours to do. It’s also not very expensive to swap out a faucet for a newer model. So it’s no surprise that many homeowners change the kitchen faucet first fo a new look.
How to Select a Faucet
Most people select a faucet based on one of two things – either the price or looks. But it’s never a good idea to focus on only one thing. Sure, you can get a cheap faucet that looks okay. But you will be sacrificing functionality and quality. At the same time, there is no need to spend thousands of dollars on a kitchen faucet. You can often get a fantastic looking faucet for a lot less.
You have to live with your faucet for at least a few years. Other than price and styling, think about features and practicality. Do you need a faucet that swivels 360 degrees? Do you want a sprayer attachment to reach all corners of a large sink? Think of all the tasks you do in the sink and choose a faucet that can perform most – if not all – of them well.
Finish
Another thing to keep in mind is the finish. Remember that your kitchen faucet has to match things around it – like the towel rack, soap stand or even the cabinet handles. Some finishes are more durable than others. Chrome is stylish and long-lasting. It’s also very easy to keep clean, so it’s a good choice if your kitchen sink sees a lot of use. Nickel finishes are in style right now but they’re harder to keep clean. If you have kids and/or pets, chrome might be the best choice.
Sink Holes
When considering a faucet model, don’t forget to think about the number of holes in your sink. It’s not always easy to move from a single phone faucet to multi-hole one or vice versa. Some faucets come with plates to cover the extra holes but not all do.
Handles
Think about the number of handles you want as well. Single handles are the most popular ones around as it easy to control the water temperature. But if you have a more traditional kitchen, two-handle faucets may look better. For a modern kitchen, you can even get faucets with touch controls. That means you can stop worrying about getting stains on your beautiful new kitchen accessory. It’s also useful when your hands are full and you want to turn on the faucet.
1. Grohe Professional Faucets
Grohe is a well-known brand when it comes to bath and kitchen accessories. Their hardware is stylish and durable. If you like the matte look consider the Essence Professional Single-Handle Kitchen Faucet. It comes in a chrome finish, can swivel 360 degrees, and has 2 spray settings. It’s also scratch-resistant, which is a boon for any kitchen!
2. Blanco Urbena
Blanco faucets are designed in Germany and are known for their high-quality construction. These faucets combine the best quality with pleasing aesthetics. The Blanco Urbena kitchen faucet is the ultimate blend of function and design. With a 190 degree range of motion and pull-down sprayer, it offers all the essential features. This particular model also features a two-tone design that helps it to stand out in a sea of identical chrome faucets.
3. Hansgrohe Focus
For something a bit more classic? Consider the Hansgrohe Focus Faucet. It features sleek lines which will fit in with any kitchen style. Although its range of motion is restricted to 150°, it has other features that set it apart. The pulldown sprayer has a magnetic docking system. It also has two spray settings and you can lock it to one or the other as well. Take it up a notch with this stylish single hole faucet in your kitchen.
4. Newform Real Faucet
If your kitchen leans towards a more industrial or minimalistic to look, you might want to take a look at the Newform Real Faucet in brushed nickel. The modern design and geometric look are perfect for today’s Scandinavian style kitchens. It features a single-lever tap with a swivel spout for maximum effectiveness, along with a pull out hand shower.
You don’t have to break the bank to give your kitchen a new look. Simple things like upgrading the faucet or changing the drawer pulls can go a long way. So what are you waiting for? Swap out your kitchen faucet and enjoy the upgrades!
