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This faucet can be turned on and off in two ways.
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The handle also is really smooth, making for easy temperature adjustments.
Like some of our other favorite pull-down options, the sprayer is just the spout detached.
We ended up switching out the batteries every six months, because this faucet gets atonof daily use.
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Its price tag sits right in the middle for kitchen faucets, making it a great overall value.
This makes rinsing dishes practically a one-step process.
The spray options are powerful, toofor example, melted cheese rinses right off of dishes.
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We did, however, find that the installation process wasntquiteas smooth as others had mentioned.
We were glad to have a plumber handle it.
Theres also a handy pause mode if youre trying to avoid big splashes.
The faucet hose reaches up to 24 inches, which is great for filling pots.
(We used it with a 5-gallon jug meant for filling up acold plunge tuband had no trouble.)
Installation was a breeze for an experienced kitchen installer who aided us in the process.
The flip side, however, is that the faucets components are easy to clean with a quick wipe.
The brushed-steel finish also doesnt show fingerprints.
It helps to minimize the appearance of water spots, fingerprints, and fading.
Theres no deck plate included with this kitchen faucet, though; its only suitable for single-hole installation.
Looking for a finish other than gold?
This 22-inch faucet houses a hose that looks and feels heavy-duty.
We found it could easily reach every corner of a large, divided kitchen sink.
When released, the hose quickly and securely retracts, thanks to a strong magnetic docking station.
We were impressed by the sweep function, which dispenses a wide blade of water.
Our only complaint is that you have to hold down the trigger for the spray function.
Each faucet has been assessed on a variety of traits during testing.
The Importance of Mounting Holes
Always factor in the number of existing mounting holes your sink has.
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Allison Ruda, Michigan-based interior designer, notes that considering functionalityandaesthetics is ultimately key.
The sink and the faucet have to work together.
What Is Flow Rate?
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Mixing Finishes
Thinking about mixing a gold kitchen faucet with stainless steel appliances?
I like to do no more than two finishes in a space.
When in doubt, match it," says interior designerAllison Ruda.
You might have a window sill or cabinet that a tall spout may not fit under.
Dont overlook proportion, either.
We found these features to be among our favorites when testing.
We also tested the Moen Arbor, and found its voice command feature to be extremely accurate.
You’ll need to change out the batteries every six months or so to operate your faucet fully.
Several of the faucets on our list require batteries for full operation.
For example, our top pick needs AA batteries like these every six months or so.
To keep puddles off your countertops, we love this handy caddy that’s easy to clean.
Our editors love these dishcloths for cleaning up countertops, drying dishes, and wiping down your kitchen faucet.
A new soap dispenser is the perfect addition to your updated faucet.
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We test pull-down sprayers by seeing how far they can reach and flex into every corner of our sink, and trying out all of their spray settings.The Spruce
If your faucet is not restricted by windowsills or cabinets, you can opt for a high-arc option to balance out a more spacious sink space.The Spruce
