How to Choose a Kitchen Sink Faucet

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Decide whether you'd like a faucet with one handle or two.

   There are pros and cons to both.
   
   With one handle, you have the convenience of controlling water temperature and volume with just one hand.
   
   On the other hand, two-handled faucets offer more styles and spout designs.
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   Step 2: Look for a long-lasting

   (Stainless steel and chrome are popular choices since they can be shined to a high polish, looking sleek and contemporary.
   
   For a more traditional style there are nickel, brass and copper faucets.) , How long will it last without dripping? Faucets should perform for a long time and be drip-free for life. ,, (i.e. functionality, size, finish, spigot, handles, etc.)
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   Step 3: low maintenance finish to complement your décor.

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   Step 4: Make sure to pay close attention to a faucet's durability.

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   Step 5: Make sure to buy a faucet that has anti-scald features such as hot-limit safety stops

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   Step 6: pressure-balancing valves to protect users from drastic temperature changes and thermostatic valves that allow users to select a favorite temperature on an easy-to-read dial.

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   Step 7: Decide what you want out of our faucet and choose your faucet accordingly.

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