The secret of a kitchen is in its design, but also in the functionality of each of its accessories. For this reason, one of the aspects that you should not overlook are dishwasher faucets, whether because you are going to build, remodel or redesign this space in the home kitchen remodel Waukesha.
How to choose dishwasher faucets for your kitchen?
Believe it or not, to properly choose dishwasher faucets many factors are taken into account such as spaces, size and type of drain, design, ease of cleaning, among others. To make your choice much easier, these are our recommendations:
- Know the space and installation of the sink
The first thing to take into account is the space in the kitchen where you are going to place the dishwasher: next to a wall, in an open space, near a window… In addition, the type of dishwasher: simple, with double compartment, ideal for small kitchens, etc.
In other words, a faucet that can move forward to facilitate opening and closing the window. But let’s not get ahead of ourselves yet, we will talk about this later.
Now, the position and height of the faucet is also important. In traditional kitchen designs, faucets are located on countertops, but faucets can also be installed on a wall.
In any case, the suggested height is 30 cm to stack the dishes and wash them comfortably. If you want more height, the water can splash.
As an additional piece of information, if you decide to install dishwasher faucets on the countertop, make sure that the water outlets are at a safe distance so that you can connect the drain hoses without any problem.
- Choose one of the types of kitchen dishwasher faucets
In addition to what we already mentioned, you need to know the types of dishwasher faucets and their characteristics, so choosing this kitchen accessory will be much easier. Take note!
Taps according to the type of spout
Here you will find one of the most common kitchen accessories: the high-spout faucet . It is basically recognized because the tube where the water passes is high enough to allow washing dishes.
Low spout faucets are not usually so desirable for the kitchen, due to the discomfort they generate when stacking dishes. However, they are often used in modern and small bathrooms.
Taps according to their type of handling
In the market you will find flexible and fixed dishwasher faucets. In the case of mobile faucets, the following types are sold:
- Extendable or shower-type faucets: they are characterized by having a removable rubber hose that you can move in any direction. Therefore, this type of faucet is one of the best options for sinks that have a shallow depth or those that come with two compartments.
- Swivel spout faucets: They have a 360º movement, which is why they are usually the favorites for kitchen islands.
- Folding faucets: these are usually ideal for sinks with good depth and that are located in front of the windows.
Taps according to the opening system
Before choosing dishwasher faucets, you need to first define what type of temperature you want the water to have and what its flow rate should be. Among the options that you can find on the market are the following:
- Single-lever faucets : they come with a single faucet where the water temperature is fixed, although the flow can be modified.
- Two-handle faucets : this classification includes the also known monoblock faucets. Basically it is a faucet with a double faucet for the dishwasher with which you can regulate the water temperature.
Dishwasher faucets according to their material
Dishwasher faucets come in different materials. The best known, of course, are plastic and metals. What is the difference between them?
On the other hand, metal faucets are usually more resistant due to the metal alloy and also because the core is generally made of brass or chrome.
However, it is possible to find faucet options with ceramic, granite and marble coatings that are more aligned with current interior designs, but this does not mean that they require care.
- Ask and get advice about cleaning the faucets
Something that frequently happens, regardless of the type of dishwasher faucets, is that water stains appear.
In the case of ceramic taps, their appearance time takes longer than that of metal taps due to oxidation and limescale.
So, if you want to slow down wear, we suggest that you consult with your trusted advisor before making the purchase. And, if you already have your faucet, clean it carefully with a cloth slightly soaked in warm water and kitchen soap.
- Complement with accessories to save water
Have you heard of the aerator? This modern kitchen accessory is very popular because it serves to regulate the amount of water you are going to use.
Before buying it, check what type of dishwasher faucet you have. If it is male, it means that the aerator must be screwed on the inside. If it is female, it must be screwed on the outside.
The diameter of the nozzle is also important so that you get the correct size.
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