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What do you need to know when buying a kitchen faucet?

There are countless options for kitchen faucets today. Once upon a time, a low kitchen faucet was just a way to get water down the sink. But today, consumers can choose from a wide range of styles based on function, color and material, from brass to stainless steel.
But when considering a faucet, you also need to consider whether parts are easily available or repair and replacement parts. Warranty coverage for kitchen faucets varies. The best provide lifetime protection against leaks and drips, ensuring your faucet will provide years of trouble-free service.
Most kitchen faucet models work with all kitchen sinks, but there are some exceptions. So it's better to check the size first. For example, you need to verify that the spout length is not too long to prevent the spout from hitting the sink. Some people choose gooseneck faucets because they provide high sink clearance for filling planters.
There are basically two groups of kitchen faucets. They are wall mounted or sink mounted. While wall-mounted kitchen faucets are common, most kitchen faucets today are installed on top of the sink.
The best way to choose a kitchen faucet is the quality of the product and its usefulness and durability, as well as whether it will suit the new decor and layout of the kitchen.
Most faucets turn on and off hundreds of times a day, and over the years, it's worth choosing a faucet that not only looks great, but also lasts a long time.
There are generally two types of kitchen faucets currently in use. A single lever faucet is a central unit where heat and cold are controlled by a lever or knob, usually part of the spout. The most common type of kitchen faucet is the widely available kitchen faucet. This type of faucet requires three separate holes, which are installed separately by the hot water valve, the cold water valve and the water outlet.
When choosing a kitchen faucet, you need to consider the kitchen sink. Kitchen sinks typically come with one to four or more holes to accommodate various types of kitchen faucets. If you're considering replacing the faucet on your existing sink, it's best to choose a faucet that fits the sink's current hole configuration. If you want to change from a three-hole faucet to a single-hole faucet, you'll be left with openings that need to be filled. On the other hand, if you try to knock out extra holes to change from a single-hole faucet to a three-hole faucet, you could damage your existing sink. Therefore, you will find it much easier to install a new kitchen sink and faucet at the same time, since you can choose any compatible kitchen faucet and sink.
While you're at it, you might also consider installing a new kitchen faucet on your new sink, then installing the faucet and sink combination to the new countertop at the same time. This way you don't have to work in such a tight spot under the sink as you would when installing a new faucet.

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