How To Replace A Kitchen Faucet

Is your old kitchen faucet stuck and makes your kitchen work difficult? Then the one and only solution to this problem is replacing the kitchen faucet. Though the plumbing job may give you jitters, replacement of a kitchen faucet is quite simple and can be done by yourself. Just that, you need to follow certain instructions to make sure you replace the faucet correctly and avoid any further damages or complications. So if you are all set to give your kitchen a face lift by replacing your old faucet with a new one, here are ways for replacing it.

Tips for Kitchen Faucet Replacement

• The first step is to turn off the water supply. If you skip this or ignore this, your next step would be to clean up the entire kitchen, which would be in a mess once the old faucet is removed!
• Now, you need to remove the old faucet. A faucet is mounted in two ways - bottom and the top. A faucet that is mounted from the bottom is removed from above. The handles and the escutcheons are removed in order to get the nuts, which keep the faucet in place. The faucets that are mounted from the top are kept in place by nuts under the sink. To remove the nuts, you may need pliers or special basin wrench. A wrench may be used if the pliers are unable to reach the nuts.
• Loosen up the nuts and keep them with aside safely. Now remove the faucet. Usually, the place where the faucet was secured has a build up. Clean it up and rub a bit of penetrating oil. If the nuts are corroded or rusted, consider replacing them with new ones. Clean the sink and get rid off the particles and build up that may have fallen.
• Take the new faucet and assemble it carefully. The package of the faucet usually has instructions on how to assemble it. Follow it properly and do as it says.
• Take some plumber’s putty and apply it around the faucet base, taking care to apply it as a thin coat and leave no gaps in it. Many faucets may already have rubber or plastic gaskets. Then, this step is not required.
• Lay down the gasket over the pre-drilled holes for the faucet on top of the sink and press firmly. Now, you need to replace the faucet tubes going through the holes in the gasket in sync with the sink at the same time. Hold it firmly in place.
• The metal nuts with threads must be tightened over the ends of the faucet on the underside. Don’t use pliers before you tighten them with your hand first. Then use the pliers and snug them down. Make sure you don’t end up breaking them by applying too much force.
• Reattach or reopen the water valve and start the water supply. Turn on the tap for sometime and turn it off. Check for any leaks or loose ends and fix them if you notice any.

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Choosing the right kitchen faucet

Choosing the right kitchen faucet may seem like an easy task, but there are a few things you should know before making any desicions. Making a substantial purchase is sometimes frustrating when you do not understand all of the ins and outs of a faucet. Yes, you may know the finish and features you want, but what about quality and ease of use? Here Is an attempt to answer some questions you may have.

KITCHEN FAUCET HANDLES

The two handle faucet is making a comeback. For about the last 20 years it seems, everyone and their uncle had a single lever chrome kitchen faucet. These days people are searching for a look that's fancier. Two handle faucets offer a greater range of design options. Many fixture companies offer dozens of design options on handles alone. With this one feature, you can create a custom look for your faucet. Not to be outdone, single lever faucets now also come with a variety of handles. The main problem with this is that once you choose a style, you are usually stuck with it. It is important to remember that different manufacturers' handles are not interchangeable. Whatever you decide, there are more options now than ever.

KITCHEN FAUCET FINISHES

Years ago, finishes corroded or tarnished, espescially polished brass. These days you do not have to worry about your kitchen faucet's finish. Today fixture manufacturers use a special process called PVD or physical vapor deposition. The PVD process integrates the finish into the faucets base metal. This means that the finish is a part of the faucet, not just a coating on the outer layer. This makes the faucet resistant to tarnishing, corrosion and scratches. With the development of PVD there are numerous choices of finish now available at reasonable prices.

KITCHEN FAUCET MANUFACTERER

With the spread of the world wide web, and international trade expanded, there are now more options than ever. A word to the wise would be to stick with a major brand name. You may pay a little more now, but it could definately be worth it. Not to say you can't get a decent off brand faucet from Indonesia. The problem is not quality per se(although it is usually substantial), but replacement parts. Most plumbers are wary of installing off brand faucets. This is because the replacement parts are almost never available to the mainstream market. If there was ever a problem with your no name faucet, you are stuck with buying and installing a whole new faucet. Major brand name faucets, such as Delta, Moen, Sanliv and American Standard have faucet parts readily available should a problem arise. In fact, most plumbers are already familiar with these brands, and their parts.

HAPPY SHOPPING

Whichever kitchen faucet you decide on, make sure you realize that this small item can increase or decrease the value of your home. There are a lot of choices out there, and there are many, many great faucets to choose from. Happy shopping!!

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Types of Sanliv Kitchen Faucets

Have you ever seen that Sanliv commercial where a woman tells her designer that she wants him to design her house around a faucet? You may have laughed, and said "Yeah, right! No one can do that!" Now you can – especially in the kitchen. Faucets have been revolutionized to be the "star" of the kitchen. Manufacturers have made kitchen sink faucets stylish and versatile while keeping the needed functionality you demand. There are many different types of kitchen sink faucets to choose from, and you have to pick what is right for you and the style of your kitchen.

Single Handle Kitchen Faucets

Single Handle Kitchen Faucets allow for quick and easy water flow and temperature adjustments with one hand, which is helpful when your hands are occupied. This design requires 1 or more holes depending on layout and styles range from traditional to modern. Most models are available with or without side sprays.

Two Handle Kitchen Faucets

Two Handle Kitchen Faucets provide precise temperature and water flow adjustment, with separate hot and cold controls, utilizing 3 or more holes of a sink or countertop.

Pull-Out Spray Faucets

Pull-Out Kitchen Faucets are a great mix of style and functionality. The faucet head pulls out and with a touch of a button the water pattern switches from regular flow to spray. This can be a big help when washing dishes, or getting those last scraps of dinner down the drain.

Wall-mount Faucets

Wall-Mount Kitchen Sink Faucets are a unique style that require no deck holes since the faucet mounts to the wall above the sink. This design does require water supplies that extend above the countertop in the wall. This is a great option if you're looking for an antique style kitchen.

Pot Filler Faucets

Are you the cook in the house? Do you hate having to carry heavy pots of water from the sink to the stovetop? Worry no more! Pot Filler Faucets are a "must have" for an avid cook. The pot-filler is a cold-water kitchen faucet, and it is installed in addition to a regular kitchen faucet. It can be mounted on the wall or on a countertop near the stove. This way you can fill the pot while it is already positioned on the stovetop.

Bar Sink/Entertainment/Prep Faucets

Compared to a regular kitchen faucet, bar faucets are simply smaller. They go along with the bar/prep sinks that are also smaller in size. These faucets come in a variety of styles and designs utilizing 1-3 holes, depending on your needs and want for sink accessories. When used in a kitchen they are often matched to the same style as the larger kitchen sink and faucet.

Remember when choosing a faucet, it should not only look great, but it should work well too. Faucets should be drip free for its lifetime with normal use. There are styles and finishes for every kitchen, pick the one that is right for you.

Kitchen Faucets Are Like Jewelry For Your Kitchen

by Craig Thornburrow
Kitchen faucets can really dictate the look and feel of your kitchen. It is like putting on jewelry, it is the last item you add and it can completely set off and highlight everything around it or it can look cheap and gaudy. So when you are choosing the faucet for your kitchen you should take a careful look at what type of atmosphere you are hoping the kitchen will have. Here are some top decorating ideas to help you choose the correct kitchen faucet.

The first thing you will need to decide is what type of finish you would like the faucet to be. Most designing experts will tell you that your choice should highlight one of two aspects of your kitchen. First you may decide to match the appliances you have in your kitchen. For example if you have stainless steel appliances you may want to incorporate a brushed nickel faucet or perhaps you have a pure white kitchen, there are many varieties of white faucets to choose from. The other would be to match any lighting fixtures or the cabinetry hardware. There are many finishes to choose from you can have polished chrome, brass plated, copper (which is gaining popularity), burnished brass, black and some limited special ordered colors such as red or cobalt blue, and the two previously mentioned types, brushed nickel or white.

Once you have decided which type of finish you think will accent your kitchen properly then you need to decide on the practical part, the design of the faucet. There are several types of kitchen faucet designs available. In fact, they even have faucets for your kitchen that come directly out of the wall. Many people are choosing the type of design where the spout has a high arch which is very helpful if you use a lot of large deep pots for your cooking. You can choose a kitchen faucet where the hot and cold water is controlled by either a single or double handle.

Another choice you will need to make is whether you would like to purchase a set that includes a soap dispenser and/or a sprayer. If you would like a sprayer there are two ways to incorporate it. First it can be separate and off to the side of the spout or it can be part of the spout. When it is part of the spout you just pull on the end and the sprayer comes away from the spout. This can be a handy feature as most of these types of sprayers are larger than the ones that stand off to the side.

Once you have decided on the design of the faucet make sure that you have all of the necessary components to attach your kitchen faucet. This may include larger fittings, plumbers tape to help seal the fittings therefore eliminating leaks and a plumbing wrench. When you are looking to incorporate some ambiance into your kitchen, kitchen faucets can add that special finishing touch.

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