Pull Out Kitchen Faucet Buying Guide and Installation

A pull out kitchen faucet has a built in spray wand and a contemporary design. The pull out faucet does away with plastic spray wands that collect mildew and mold on their nozzles. Pull out faucets are replacing the old spray wands and they add a sleek and modern look to any kitchen. Most kitchen and bath companies now sell pull out kitchen faucets and supply them in a number of designs and colors, making them suitable for all kitchens and homes. Most pull out faucets cost between $200 and $600, depending on design and color, and they can be found in most home stores, including The Home Depot and Lowes.

When choosing a kitchen pull out faucet, it is important to understand the dimensions of your kitchen sink. Low lying sinks require a wand with a longer reach and you can also choose between a high arc, popular because of its modern design, or a standard faucet. You also need to know what models will and will not fit in your current kitchen sink, or, if you choose your faucet first, then make sure you know exactly what model you chose, so you can choose the right sink to go along with it. Another consideration when choosing a pull out faucet is how the faucet stands up to frequent use. Stainless steel and chrome are the easiest to clean because they are resistant to water spots and dirt and debris are easily wiped away with a cloth. Stainless steel and chrome will always shine, while other finishes may become dull and need to be buffed.

In addition to coming in many different designs, pull out kitchen faucets also come in a myriad of finishes, with chrome and stainless steel being the most popular and the least expensive. Chrome and stainless steel models are more durable than others - they are chip and crack resistant and are significantly more hygienic than other finishes because of its smooth surface. Additional colors are rubbed bronze, brass, silver, copper, satin nickel, matte black and white, and more. Choosing the right finish for your kitchen pull out faucet is largely dependant on the design and color scheme in your kitchen. Most people choose their finish according to their kitchen appliances, with chrome and stainless steel matching stainless steel refrigerators, stoves, and dishwashers, and other colors like bronze and brass pairing well with more antique kitchens with dark tones.

Shopping for a kitchen pull out faucet is as easy as sitting down and doing a quick Internet search. Companies like Kohler, Moer, and Delta each sell their faucets online. Other online vendors are Faucets.com, efaucets.com, and Faucetwarehouse.com. If you want to shop at a retail store, you can find pull out faucets at Lowes and The Home Depot. Both of these retailers can also offer installation services that may not be available if you buy your pull out faucet online. Expect to pay anywhere from $200 to $600, with lower priced models coming in standard chrome and stainless steel.

Installing a pull out kitchen faucet is a simple do it yourself project. Even though for some of the steps below, you'll wish to have the assistance of an extra individual. The materials required to complete this project consist of the faucet, a screwdriver, an adjustable wrench, a basin wrench, plumber's tape, measuring tape and caulking. The very first thing you'll do is turn off the warm and cold water valves below the sink. Turn the faucet on to check whether the water still runs out at this point. If water flows out, then shut off the primary water valve. Position a little bucket below the valves. Then, loosen the nuts which are connecting the water supply lines to the valves. Use the adjustable wrench for this task.

Next, you'll have to loosen the nuts holding the faucets to the sink using a basin wrench. This will enable you to get rid of the faucet. Then, pull out the supply lines. Assemble your new faucet if it isn't currently assembled. Thread all of the hoses via the center hole within the sink's rim. From underneath the sink, slide the triangular plastic washer, then the fiber washer, metal washer, and lastly the circular nut over the hoses to attach the faucet to the sink. At this point, you ought to have somebody hold the pull out kitchen faucet on top of the sink in an upright position whilst you use the basin wrench to screw the circular nut for the threads to the faucet stem. Once this is done, clamp the nut to the plastic washer with the screws.

Connect the water supply lines to the valves. Be certain you connect the warm water supply line to the warm water valve and also the cold water supply line to the cold water valve. Now, loop the loose end from the spray hose up and connect it to the third line coming from the faucet. You'll need to use your adjustable wrench to tighten the nuts connecting the supply line to the shut-off valve.

A pull out kitchen faucet has a weight in the middle of the hose that assists it to retract back into the spout. You'll need to measure the spray hose. At 15 inches, fit the weight around the hose and screw it together. Check whether the faucet retracts by pulling it out.

Turn the warm and cold water valves and check for leaks. Get rid of the aerator that's at the tip of the faucet's spray head. Turn on the pull out kitchen faucet to flush the pipes and spout. This prevents any debris that might have been produced by the installation of the faucet from being caught in the aerator. Lastly, replace the aerator.

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