Sink full of options when choosing a kitchen faucet
We’re doing a kitchen renovation that will include a new kitchen sink. I want to know some tips I can keep in mind so my new kitchen faucet best matches my new kitchen sink.
From what I’ve learned working with design professionals, you should ask yourself three basic questions when choosing a faucet to best match your kitchen sink. 1. Type of kitchen sink: Will you have a singlebowl or double-bowl sink?
This is important for choosing the type of spout the faucet will have.
Single-bowl sinks may best match up with longer faucet spouts or pull-out spray spouts, while double-bowl kitchen sinks work well with pull-down spray spouts. 2. Finish: Will your sink be made out of stainless steel or cast iron?
With a stainless steel sink, a faucet with a stainless look matches up nicely.
For cast iron, you can match or complement the sink color with fancy faucet trims and finishes. 3. Features: Will any special accessories be included?
With disposers, you may want a sweeping spray head that can move food waste easily.
With built-in cutting boards, touchless faucet technology makes it easier for messy hands to operate the faucet. Bottom line: If you just ask yourself, new faucet ideas will start to flow freely. Master contractor/plumber Ed Del Grande is the author of the book “Ed Del Grande’s House Call” and the host of TV and Internet shows. Distributed by Tribune Content Agency