What to look for in a kitchen faucet?

Posted by on May 30, 2006, 11:03 am

Looking to replace my tired kitchen faucet, wondering if there's any
particular advantage with the single handle integrated on the faucet
type -vs- the 2-handle hot/cold type as far as longevity and ease of
DIY repair?

Any things to look for? I see some touting a "ceramic disc" valve, is
this a genuinely desirable feature or just marketing-speak?

Any particular brands/models you'd recommend, particularly looking at
the under-$100 range?

Thanks for all input.

Posted by mrbubl on May 30, 2006, 11:23 am

When we did ours we looked at features, manufacturers rep and price in
that order and did go with the ceramic disc vs rubber for longevity.

Posted by RayV on May 30, 2006, 11:29 am

My last house had hard water and the ceramic disc faucet I put in
needed cartridges within a year. I ended up taking them out and
soaking them in vinegar overnight to stop the drip. Don't know if that
is common problem with ceramic or not.

My current house has ceramic in all but the slop sink and they are
great.

Posted by RayV on May 30, 2006, 2:10 pm

Seems like hard-water might be a concern for ceramics:

"...Newer ceramic disk valve faucets can be turned completely on or off
with the flick of a wrist, but they are susceptible to mineral scale
damage in hard water areas..."
From:
http://www.bathroomfaucets.us/

Posted by John Weiss on May 30, 2006, 1:13 pm

> Looking to replace my tired kitchen faucet, wondering if there's any
> particular advantage with the single handle integrated on the faucet
> type -vs- the 2-handle hot/cold type as far as longevity and ease of
> DIY repair?
> Any things to look for? I see some touting a "ceramic disc" valve, is
> this a genuinely desirable feature or just marketing-speak?
> Any particular brands/models you'd recommend, particularly looking at
> the under-$100 range?

"Ceramic disc" valves are relatively common these days.

I bought a Price Phister faucet (combination faucet/pull-out sprayer) a few
years ago. The on/off valve never leaked, but I've had to replace the
faucet/spray head twice. I wouldn't pay extra $$ for another.

This time I'm going with Kohler, per the recommendations of several plumbing
suppliers.

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