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The kitchen renovation was coming to an end! We needed a kitchen sink.
We bought this beautiful silver Delta faucet.
Some things to think about when picking a kitchen faucet:
COLOR
Think about the hardware color in the rest of your kitchen – and even the rest of your house.
After seriously debating between silver and bronze, we went with silver throughout the house.
We had picked stainless steel appliances and kitchen cabinet handles that were muted silver versus shiny. So, we went with a brushed nickel finish on our faucet versus chrome.
I couldn’t wait to see the whole white and silver kitchen come together!
SLEEK VS. SPIRAL
The spiral look is growing in popularity. While I like it in certain kitchens, I have more of a traditional decorating style. I liked the sleek look of the Delta faucet we picked out.
Remember it’s your house so if you’re not into a current trend, don’t feel like you have to follow it!
SPRAY OPTIONS
The spray option built right into the main faucet spout is wonderful. The Delta faucet we chose had a button on the back of the faucet head, making it easy to flip on when washing dishes.
The spray option is especially helpful on dishes with gunk stuck on them – we use it to wash out our smoothie glasses each morning, too .
Otherwise all those little strawberry seeds stick to the side of the glass.
HEIGHT
I love a faucet with a nice tall arc to ensure there’s enough room to wash any big pots or cutting boards without splashing water all over. A deep sink helps with that, too!
PULL DOWN SPOUT
We had a pull down spout in our Cincinnati kitchen, and I loved it. It’s key when washing dishes or rinsing out the sink.
NUMBER OF HANDLES
In our bathrooms, we went with two handle-faucets.
In the kitchen, I prefer the look of a one-handle faucet. I like the sleek look, and it’s easier to adjust the temperature of the water when washing vegetables or dishes.
How many handles do you like on your faucets?
SOAP DISPENSER
I’m not one for unnecessary clutter on kitchen counters. I loved the idea of a built-in soap dispenser versus having a soap bottle sitting out on the counter.
Our soap dispenser came with our faucet.
If I had thought about this more in advance, I would have put two soap dispensers in – one for dish soap and one for hand soap. Something to think about if you’re considering a kitchen renovation!
All we had left to pick out for the kitchen was the appliances!
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Carrie says
There is so much to think about with kitchen finishes. We’ve almost completed our renovation and went through the ‘which tap for where is best’ scenario too. We went for separate hot and cold quarter turn handles as I find this easier for temperature control, definitely a high spout so you can get pots under easier and in chrome. I love the idea of a built in soap dispenser, I’ve never seen one before, must investigate for our up coming new build as the kitchen is open and on display.
GreenWithDecor says
A high spout is so nice! I love the built-in soap dispenser – such a nice feature! Good luck finishing up the last bit of your renovation!
Malia says
Great tips!
GreenWithDecor says
Thanks, Malia!
Jenn says
Great tips! Unfortunately, for us, our decision simply came down to what was in stock when we had to replace ours immediately. We were happy with what we got, though. Good luck with your reno!
GreenWithDecor says
Glad it worked out! Sometimes quick decisions work out well!
Kim Seibert says
I think I would have to have a pull down spout!!
GreenWithDecor says
Thanks, Kim! It’s a nice feature!
Sam @ PancakeWarriors says
I love the extending head on my kitchen sink although I will admit it’s annoying when it doesn’t clip back in the right way.
GreenWithDecor says
True! Luckily, ours goes back in pretty smoothly.
Shonda says
Your kitchen faucet looks very similar to mine.
GreenWithDecor says
How funny! Do you love it?!
Crystal says
Love this! I am wanting to replace our kitchen sink with a farmhouse sink and a faucet like this one!
GreenWithDecor says
Sounds great!
Olivia Schwab says
These are great tips! I could for sure use a new faucet!
GreenWithDecor says
Thanks, Olivia!!
Heather says
I’m currently redoing my kitchen and I’m in the market for a new faucet! Great tips!
GreenWithDecor says
Thanks, Heather! Good luck with your kitchen remodel! We love our Delta faucet!
Chelsea says
Your kitchen looks gorgeous! I don’t have a soap dispenser and it drives me up the wall!!!
GreenWithDecor says
Thanks, Chelsea! I love having a soap dispenser 🙂
Kassi says
Your faucet is so neat!!! Thanks for the tips! I will be coming back to this post when it’s time to pick our kitchen faucet!
GreenWithDecor says
Thanks, Kassi! Good luck with your big renovation – excited to watch the progress!
Ashleigh says
This is extremely helpful in that I’ve had some pretty sucky faucets over the years {now even}. I will have to look into the one you pictured!! Thank you for sharing! Please link up and share this as I know others will love it, over at http://www.wrightsimply.com/2015/05/wordless-wednesday-linky-giveaway.html
Have a wonderful night! xx Ashleigh @SimplyWright
GreenWithDecor says
Thanks, Ashleigh! We love our faucet!
Sam @ PancakeWarriors says
You know I think I have a soap dispenser that I don’t use, I need to look into that tonight!
GreenWithDecor says
Hope you find one!
Melanie Pickett, Flying Blonde says
I really like that kitchen faucet. We have something similar, the faucet is a sprayer and pulls out. It’s not my favorite but it came with the house. I keep thinking aloud that it needs to be replaced. I like the look of brushed nickel but I like shiny silver as well. I do really like the features of your tall spray faucet. I want it, lol.
GreenWithDecor says
Thanks, Melanie! I love the spray feature!
Justine Y @ Little Dove Creations says
I love ones that pull down and have a spraying option! Unfortunately, my husband didn’t want one. Oh well, maybe next time. 🙂
GreenWithDecor says
Bummer! The pull down and spray features are awesome!
Megan says
Goodness I can’t wait to own our next house! Faucets are accessories from the home, they really do make quite a difference 🙂
GreenWithDecor says
Thanks, Megan!
dara says
We are getting ready to purchase our first home. This is the stuff I look forward too, my husband is a contractor! I love this faucet great choice!
GreenWithDecor says
How lucky to have a contractor for a husband! Good luck with your first home purchase, it’s so much fun!
Paula says
I love the look of the brushed nickel. Also, the high faucet is so great to have in the kitchen. Great choice!
GreenWithDecor says
Thanks, Paula!
Zan says
The new one definitely looks great! I guess I have not had to do any of this kind of shopping yet so these are great tips to keep in mind. We have always just kept the old ones where-ever we move to since they were in good working condition.
GreenWithDecor says
Thanks, Zan! You’re lucky you’ve always inherited nice working faucets!