There is no doubt that kitchen faucet is an indispensable part of your whole kitchen cabinet. It can be both functional, and set the kitchen style, give a looks some time to be modern, classic or country. There is so many kinds of shapes, sizes, designs and finishes to suit any kitchen style décor. As long as you’ve determined the style and color, style and size of your faucet, you will want to check the number of holes needed for proper installation. From there, you’ll want to consider your handle options and spout height and reach.
There are a lot of handle options available on the kitchen market. Single liner handle provides the convenience of one-handed use. Two-handle kitchen faucets require three or more holes of a sink or countertop and work well with traditional or period-style kitchens. Pull-out kitchen faucets have a faucet that pulls out with the touch of a button and a water pattern that switches from regular to flow spray. These can be a nice alternative to a separate sprayer. For antique kitchens, you may want to consider a wall-mount faucet. This is a unique style that requires no deck holes, as it actually mounts to the wall above the sink. Pot filler faucets are a “must have” for avid cooks. A pot filler is a cold water faucet that is installed in addition to a regular kitchen faucet and mounts to the wall behind a stove or on a countertop near the stove. It is used to fill a pot that is already positioned on the stovetop.
Spout height and reach should also be considered when choosing a faucet. A high-arch faucet provides plenty of room between the bottom of the sink and the spot. These types of faucets are convenient for washing large pots or oversized dishes. Standard arch faucets, generally 3-5 inches, are best for smaller sinks. Spout reach is generally determined by the size of the sink. If you have a double-bowl sink, be sure that the faucet can reach both bowls.