In the Market for a New Faucet? – Everything You Need to Know

To some homeowners, faucets are simply a functional item that they need in their bathrooms, kitchens, and utility spaces. For others, the faucet has become its own part of the design, thanks to hundreds of different styles and finishes available today.

First things first. You have to think about the type of faucet you’ve got in mind. The types and available options will depend on whether you’re furnishing a kitchen, bathroom, or a utility sink in your basement or garage.

You can go one of two ways with your search. You can choose a faucet to inspire your design and build around that, or create a design and then find the perfect faucet to match. In either case, you’ll find plenty of selection. 

The Faucet as the Inspiration Point 

If you’ve decided to make the faucet the inspiration of your design, pick one that matches your tastes and compliments the colour schemes that you have in mind. Some home owners fall in love with a fixture out of nowhere, and this becomes impetus for a renovation.

Most faucet finishes can go with any colour or design scheme. Contemporary spaces generally see brushed nickel and polished chrome, while a rustic kitchen or bath might be inspired by an antique bronze faucet or dramatic black faucet.

How to Choose Between Height, Features, and More

Height is determined by two factors – shape and location. Kitchen faucets tend to use either a large half-loop or more compact 90º angular design. The tall loop usually includes a more ergonomic pull-down sprayer. The more angular – a pull-out sprayer.

If you’re starting with a sink already, consider how many holes it has. It may have a single hole for a single-lever faucet, or it could have three holes for two separate handles.

New energy building codes require low-flow fixtures. These limit how much water flows out of the faucet. That way, if you leave the water running you won’t be using as much as if it was free-flowing and unregulated.

What about Colours and Finishes?

As mentioned in the inspiration section above, there are plenty of colours and finishes to choose from when investing in a new faucet. You can find them in just about every type of metal finish, black, white, and so much more. Consider how the faucet will match the sink and the rest of the fixtures and finishes in your space. Do you want a faucet that stands out or should it match the rest of the hardware in the room?

Its best to work with reputable dealers and installers who can help you not only choose the best new faucet but ensure that its properly installed. This will ensure that your new faucet fits and functions perfectly in your space.

Schedule a design consultation today, and let our team bring your vision to life.