If you just take a moment here and think the number of times we use our kitchen taps every day you’d realise it’s oft one of the most used items in our kitchen. Whether you’re looking to put a compelling finishing touch to your kitchen or update the existing scheme, choosing the right kitchen tapcan be quite the challenge. After all, how do you choose between those slick chrome kitchen taps and those gorgeous brass fittings or perhaps the extremely seductive matt black designs? There are certain things you must know before you purchase one; from helpful smart features to routine functions and everything in between ensure your tap has got it all!
Are kitchen taps universal?
While there are certain things you must consider vis-a-vis height and dimension, there are no standard sizes or types for kitchen faucets. If your sink is not too deep perhaps you’d want to go ahead with a tall faucet. With kitchen taps there’s no one size fits all. From single lever taps to deck mixer taps, pull out kitchen taps and pillar taps, the types are way too many to be considered a universal standard. Ensure you integrate your kitchen taps seamlessly, matching the tap material with storage canisters, cabinet handles and perhaps even cookware. Ensure your tap is compatible with your home’s water pressure as well. Often you can get kitchen taps with filtered water especially if you’re living in a hard water area.
Why are kitchen taps so expensive?
If you thought purchasing a new kitchen faucet may seem like an expensive purchase, you may want to think again. Faucets are comprised of various tiny parts inside them that vary greatly in quality. They are made of different materials which affect the price in turn. Solid brass for instance offers a superior finish and durability when compared to other materials. Your faucet may have certain inbuilt features that are likely ti impact the price. Style, colour, shape and quality all are crucial factors that make your kitchen faucet more expensive than usual. You may also want to consider the shipping and installation money. However, the right (and expensive) one will help you dodge potentially harmful points, leaks, and malfunctions of ill-fitting, inferior quality hardware.
How long should kitchen taps last?
The lifespan of kitchen faucets are dependent on a lot of factors but on average they should last you for around 20 years. They are crafted to be durable. Determining if it’s time to repair or replace will also be affected by damages and cost. Things like leaks can usually be fixed with a repair than an entire replacement. All that needs to be done is removing the handle and tightening the adjusting ring. Similarly squats also don’t warrant a replacement but a repair. But of course like all good things in life, they don’t last forever. They are likely to break down and suffer wear and tear from use over time. If your home especially runs on hard water it can cut down on your plumping’s lifespan drastically.
How to clean kitchen taps?
First, know the finish of your faucet. It’s vital as it determines which cleaning products and tools are best to take on the task at hand. For most finishes, using abrasive brushes or scrub sponges is not a great idea. A cleaning cloth for most cases should suffice.
How to install kitchen taps?
Depending on the style of your kitchen sink and the number of holes, the process may vary but it’s fairly easy nonetheless.
If you need help with the installation process, it’s always better to seek professional help. Especially if you’re relatively new to this. Kitchen taps need to be a lot of things, but most importantly they need to be robust and durable, with smooth handling to easily adjust the flow of water and temperature. If you’ve got yourself a stylish, one-of-a-kind faucet that ticks all the boxes, you’re all set to cook to your heart’s content now!
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