A Quick Guide To Selecting Taps And Faucets

When replacing your plumbing, or building your kitchen from scratch

, you'll want to ensure that you have the quality accessories that are right for you. To help expedite the process and narrow down your search, here are a few ideas to keep in mind while shopping for your kitchen faucets and taps.

Everything and the Kitchen Sink

Before flipping through a catalog for new faucets, take a moment and count how many holes your current faucet set uses. You may not have even noticed before, but even sinks with only one tap generally have two holes one for the faucet, and one for the sprayer. More traditionally styled sinks will have holes for hot and cold water taps, one for the water dispenser tap itself, and a fourth hole for the sprayer. Fancier sinks include more holes for soap dispensers, special boiling-hot water taps, and integrated sprayers. If you are building your own sink for scratch, decide first what type of system you would like, before running to the store.

There are actually four main types of faucet mechanisms: ball valve, ceramic disk, compression valve and cartridge.

Another element to consider is the type of faucets you want. Typically, we see the standard three piece set, with a water tap and two temperature taps on either side, called a mixer taps. However, there are many varieties available. A popular, more compact style is to have a lever that's attached to the top of the faucet which controls the temperature of the water by moving it to the right and left. This can also be found in a style that has the faucet and a handle off to the side (where sprayers usually go). The faucet itself can also be replaced with one that detaches and turns into a sprayer, connected by a retractable cord. This offers maneuverability and flexibility, and may be easier for those with limited maneuverability functions.

Also consider what you're going to be putting in the sink. If you are a cooking enthusiast, you may want to invest in a faucet with a high arch and deep basin, allowing you to fit bulky bowls underneath the water flow. If you are concerned about high-mineral concentration in your water supply, consider getting a faucet that has a filtering system attached or included with it.

If you like Eco-friendly stuff, ask about taps that come with filters that limit the amount of water you use per-minute. These are usually easily installed and are available from several manufacturers.

If you feel like you don't know a lot about home repair, shop for a faucet that requires minimal maintenance. It will save you both time and worry.

On a final note, make sure you take into consideration the technical requirements for the faucet you select. Some faucets are installed from the top of your sink, while others are put into place from below. This can become tricky if you are installing the sink yourself. You may want to hire someone to come and do it for you, and save you the hassle of interpreting your plumbing system.

by: Charli Jhonson

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