How to Choose A Kitchen Faucet

The sink and faucet area is one of the most-used in any kitchen, and are often treated as a design focal point for the room. Upgrading your kitchen faucet is an easy and economical way to give your space a quick design

refresh, or complement a whole kitchen transformation. A new faucet changes the look of the whole space. Be smart about the choice so that you find the best

fit for your home and know what to look for before you buy.

It’s no surprise that the kitchen faucet is one of the most well used items in the

room, but what might be news is how many improvements have been made to this simple fixture. There are many more options than just the selection of

comfortable handles for the hot and cold water lines. It’s a good idea to explore the different styles, finishes, and features that are available when

selecting a new faucet. The right design will look great for years, and add to the value of your home – all while meeting the demands of your busy kitchen.

Take a broader view of what the options are and bring home the best fit.

Before you shop, it’s helpful to have an idea of what you want the end result to look like. Take stock of the styles and colors you want to emphasize

and accent in your kitchen, as well as the size of your sink and countertop to compare as you consider a new faucet. The most important part about choosing a

new faucet is that you be happy with the new addition to your kitchen after the installation, so always keep the final product in mind as you browse.

Grab the measuring tape, because it’s time to get some numbers. It’s usually easier to find a faucet that works in the space allowed than it would be

to rebuild the kitchen to accommodate a faucet. As with all home improvement projects, picking a new faucet requires some educated placement decisions, a

general idea of what you want the finished sink area to look like, and the scope of the tasks it will be used for.