When it comes to using the kitchen, whether you’re the chef of the house or the type to hire a cook, the kitchen sink faucet is one of the most used items in the home. Every single person in the household is bound to touch the kitchen faucet several times throughout the day. With this in mind, it’s important to consider the function and durability of your new kitchen faucet… oh, and let’s not forget about the style!!
Just because you might have little ones running around with glue dripping down their hands or fingers coated in cake frosting does not mean you have to sacrifice having a good looking kitchen faucet. Let me share a few different products that are not only functionally sound for an active family, but are design beauties to surely get compliments from friends and family!
There are SO MANY choices you can pick from when purchasing a kitchen faucet. A single or dual handle, pull-down or pull-out mechanism, a high or low arc… these are just some of the options available. Finishes and styles, meanwhile, are virtually limitless. Luckily, I’ve narrowed down my top 4 fave faucets for busy households that I’ve actually used in my own design projects.
Here are 4 of my favorite kitchen faucets that you should consider having in your home!
1. Kohler Crue Kitchen Sink Faucet in Matte Black
If you are looking for a modern pull-down faucet with a built-in sprayer, this simplistic matte-black kitchen faucet is one of my favorites. Kohler offers its Crue Kitchen Sink Faucet with Single Lever Handle for a commercial-style look with a modern aesthetic that fits right in with the residential kitchen. It is perfect for a busy kitchen and can handle large loads of dishes with ease.
What makes this a winner for a family household?
- A single handle allows for all family members to control the water-temperature with ease.
- The pull-down faucet head is great for cleaning the sink or even washing small dogs!
- The swivel spout is great for moving the faucet head across a sink with 2 bowls.
- The matte black finish is classy and, while not completely spot resistant, is less likely to show fingerprints like that of a polished finish.
Some other fun features for the sous chefs of the home includes the 3-function spray head. The “ring” is awesome for everyday cleaning. The Boost spray, as the name implies, gives that increase of water flow. The Sweep Spray, which has little angled nozzles, has a blade-like force of water, great for cleaning the sink and dishes.
Best part, a magnetic docking arm helps to secure the spray head to the faucet while not in use. You can even swivel the docking arm out of the way when you’re working, which is a nice feature not found on other industrial-like faucets.
What makes the Kohler Crue a quality product amongst other faucets?
Kohler uses ceramic disc valves, whereas other name brands use plastic, thus exceeding industry standards of longevity and performance made to last the life of your kitchen. Their metal construction allows for durability and reliability. Additionally, the premium corrosion and tarnish resistant finishes are made to last.
2. Brizo Artesso Kitchen Faucet in Polished Nickel with SmartTouch Technology
If you’re scoping out a slightly more traditional design, a statement piece of a kitchen faucet is the Brizo Artesso Kitchen Faucet which takes its aesthetic cues from the early 20th-century industry. I love the combination of the black and polished nickel finish, with the subtle decorative details at the spray head and control handle are a beautiful touch!
What makes this a winner for a family household?
- The single-handle is the way to go! Again, it allows for all family members to control the water-temperature from cold to hot with ease.
- A two-function wand for spray and stream, making cleaning & prep a breeze.
- The mobile faucet head offers immense flexibility! You have complete control over the height and reach of the spigot by moving the arm.
- The SmartTouch technology allows you to tap the faucet with the back of your hand or even with your pinky finger to turn the water on/off!
While the rubber hose is a unique look to pair with a more traditional style faucet, the function is superb and is more durable than the braided hose options. The rubber nozzles at the spray head make it super easy to wipe away any built-up minerals. And the docking seat includes a magnetic attachment, making it easy to keep the head in position.
What makes the Brizo Artesso a quality product amongst other faucets?
Brizo’s faucets are all made in the United States, constructed out of brass with ceramic discs. Plus, with a flow rate of 1.8 GPM, this faucet is a good choice for us Californians.
3. Kohler Simplice Kitchen Faucet with Touchless Response in Polished Chrome
Maybe a combination of the two previous styles is more your speed? The Kohler Simplice with Touchless Response may just be the ticket! While simplistic and understated, the elegant silhouette in polished chrome is complementary to any transitional style kitchen.
What makes this a winner for a family household?
- If you’ve been reading all the way through, you likely see a pattern with the single-handle faucets!!
- A built-in motion sensor, powered by A/C adapter (meaning no batteries), gives you the ability to simply wave your hand under the spout to turn the water on/off. An LED light tells you when the faucet is operational and ready to go!
- Easy-to-locate buttons on the sprayhead to use the stream, Sweep or Boost spray options.
While the touchless feature is a big bonus during those hectic mornings making breakfast, the 360 swivel capability makes this particular faucet a good pick for anyone who might be building a passthrough from the kitchen sink to an outdoor bar or counter area!
What makes the Kohler Simplice a quality product amongst other faucets?
Kohler uses ceramic disc valves, whereas other name brands use plastic, thus exceeding industry standards of longevity and performance made to last the life of your kitchen. Their metal construction allows for durability and reliability. Additionally, the premium corrosion and tarnish resistant finishes are made to last.
4. Kohler Artifacts Kitchen Faucet in Vibrant Polished Nickel
A bit more of a vintage flare, the Kohler Artifacts in Vibrant Polished Nickel has been a fan fave of mine. While the spout neck is soft and free of any ornamentation, the base and head spray offer just the right amount of decorative detail. I have probably used this faucet in all of the finishes available! The Artifacts collection has wonderful accessories if you’re looking for a coordinating soap dispenser or prep faucet. The Artifacts faucet is elegant, durable and holds up in large-family households.
What makes this a winner for a family household?
- Of course, the single-handle is best for accessibility, offering customize control of the water temperature.
- The pull-down faucet head is perfect for cleaning the sink or filling up large pots!
- The swivel spout is great for moving the faucet head across large sink bowls.
- The taller spout offers clearance for those large pots or tall pitchers.
- The polished nickel finish holds up best for homes near the coast.
Additionally, the unique spray options are wonderful for those who cook at home often, covering a variety of tasks. The BerrySoft spray is perfect for prep work, ensuring that those leafy greens won’t wilt under the water. The aerated stream helps you fill up pots in no time. The sweep spray is the best setting to help clean the sink.
What makes the Kohler Crue a quality product amongst other faucets?
Kohler uses ceramic disc valves, whereas other name brands use plastic, thus exceeding industry standards of longevity and performance made to last the life of your kitchen. Their metal construction allows for durability and reliability. Additionally, the premium corrosion and tarnish resistant finishes are made to last.
Final Words
From cleaning the countertops to preparing the meals, kitchen sink faucets play a pretty major role, right?! They work nonstop to keep our houses hydrated, clean, and, let’s be honest, sane. We rely on our faucets for everything – from filling up the coffee maker in the morning to cleaning up after a midday spill and cooking pasta for dinner. So when you’re ready to redesign, remodel or simply just ready to replace the kitchen faucet, consider one of the above options for you and your family.
