Kitchen Faucets

Kitchen Faucets

Description
Description

Kitchen Faucets, also known as taps or valves, are plumbing fixtures designed specifically to control the flow of water into kitchen sinks. With sizes and shapes based on accommodating a variety of kitchen tasks from washing dishes to rinsing vegetables, kitchen faucets commonly feature tall spout heights and pull-out spouts that allow for a greater range of motion around the kitchen sink. Kitchen faucets are commonly made of brass, stainless steel, plastic, or zinc and are available in a large range of styles that work with any desired kitchen aesthetic.

History
History

Kitchen faucets originated as simple taps, drawing water directly from outside sources. Over time, as plumbing advanced, faucets moved indoors, with hand pumps being common in the 19th century. As cities developed water systems, turnable handles controlling water flow became standard. The 20th century saw an array of designs and materials, from separate hot and cold taps to single-handle mixers. Innovations also led to features like pull-out sprayers, making kitchen tasks easier.

Future
Future

The future of kitchen faucets is promising with tech-driven enhancements. Touchless operations, using sensors, are gaining popularity for their hygiene benefits. Smart faucets, integrated with voice assistants, can dispense specific water amounts or temperatures. Water conservation is a pressing challenge, pushing for designs that minimize wastage. Eco-friendly models, aerators, and water filters are in demand. Additionally, styles are diversifying with customizable features, allowing users to select finishes, sprayer types, and mount options to fit their unique kitchen aesthetics.

Common Questions
Common Questions
How do you install a kitchen faucet?

The first factor to note when installing a kitchen faucet is that there exists a variety of types all of which can have different installation instructions. The steps are as follows: place gasket over the faucet holes and set the watertight plate, feed the lines of faucet through the hole, install washers and nuts and connect the water supply lines (making sure they are tight), remove the aerator and let the water run to clear the faucet lines, then finally turn the faucet off and position the aerator back.

How do you fix a leaking kitchen faucet?

To fix a leaking kitchen faucet, it must be disassembled with parts examined for damages. First turn off the water by use of the shut-off valves to allow for maintenance. Second, switch the faucet handle to the running or “on” position to release any remaining water or pressure. Then close the drain and remove the aerator for close inspection. Parts may possibly be in need of replacement.

What size faucet should be used for a kitchen sink?

There is not a set standard faucet size used for a kitchen sink although this is important to check. The two factors to consider are functionality and proportion. A higher spout is recommended as it provides more space to stack pots for washing. However, a spout with considerable height may not fit depending on the physical restraints of the space. The reach distance or horizontal dimension from the spout to the connection of the faucet to the sink also needs to be considered to make for the best position of the water stream (typically targeting the drain).

Fixtures

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14.125” | 36 cm
6.125” | 15.5 cm
8” | 20.5 cm
IKEA Gamlesjön Kitchen Faucet
36.000
15.500
20.500
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IKEA Gamlesjön Kitchen FaucetView of the IKEA Gamlesjön Dual Control Kitchen Faucet in 3D available for downloadView of the IKEA Gamlesjön Dual Control Kitchen Faucet in 3D available for download
11” | 28 cm
4.75” | 12 cm
9.75” | 25 cm
IKEA Glittran Kitchen Faucet
28.000
12.000
25.000
5
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IKEA Glittran Kitchen FaucetPerspective view of a 3D model of the IKEA Glittran Kitchen FaucetPerspective view of a 3D model of the IKEA Glittran Kitchen Faucet
17” | 43 cm
5” | 12.5 cm
9.5” | 24 cm
IKEA Insjön Kitchen Faucet
43.000
12.500
24.000
0
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IKEA Insjön Kitchen Faucet3D model of the IKEA Insjön Pull-Out Spout Kitchen Faucet viewed in perspective3D model of the IKEA Insjön Pull-Out Spout Kitchen Faucet viewed in perspective
6.5” | 16.5 cm
2” | 5 cm
9.625” | 25 cm
IKEA Lagan Kitchen Faucet
16.500
5.000
25.000
5
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IKEA Lagan Kitchen FaucetView of the IKEA Lagan Kitchen Faucet in 3D available for downloadView of the IKEA Lagan Kitchen Faucet in 3D available for download
11.5” | 29 cm
2” | 5 cm
7” | 18 cm
IKEA Malmsjön Kitchen Faucet
29.000
5.000
18.000
0
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IKEA Malmsjön Kitchen FaucetPerspective view of a 3D model of the IKEA Malmsjön Kitchen FaucetPerspective view of a 3D model of the IKEA Malmsjön Kitchen Faucet
15.75” | 40 cm
3.125” | 8 cm
7.75” | 20 cm
IKEA Nyvattnet Kitchen Faucet
40.000
8.000
20.000
0
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IKEA Nyvattnet Kitchen Faucet3D model of the IKEA Nyvattnet Kitchen Faucet viewed in perspective3D model of the IKEA Nyvattnet Kitchen Faucet viewed in perspective
6” | 15 cm
2” | 5 cm
9” | 23 cm
IKEA Sundsvik Kitchen Faucet
15.000
5.000
23.000
0
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IKEA Sundsvik Kitchen FaucetView of the IKEA Sundsvik Kitchen Faucet in 3D available for downloadView of the IKEA Sundsvik Kitchen Faucet in 3D available for download
8” | 20 cm
2” | 5 cm
8” | 20 cm
IKEA Vattnet Kitchen Faucet
20.000
5.000
20.000
0
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IKEA Vattnet Kitchen FaucetPerspective view of a 3D model of the IKEA Vattnet Kitchen FaucetPerspective view of a 3D model of the IKEA Vattnet Kitchen Faucet
18.5” | 47 cm
3.75” | 9.5 cm
8.25” | 21 cm
IKEA Vimmern Kitchen Faucet
47.000
9.500
21.000
15
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IKEA Vimmern Kitchen Faucet3D model of the IKEA Vimmern Kitchen Faucet viewed in perspective3D model of the IKEA Vimmern Kitchen Faucet viewed in perspective
15.75” | 40 cm
12.5” | 32 cm
9.438” | 24 cm
IKEA Vithavet Kitchen Faucet
40.000
32.000
24.000
0
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IKEA Vithavet Kitchen FaucetView of the IKEA Vithavet Kitchen Faucet in 3D available for downloadView of the IKEA Vithavet Kitchen Faucet in 3D available for download
7” | 18 cm
2” | 5 cm
7.75” | 20 cm
IKEA Yttran Kitchen Faucet
18.000
5.000
20.000
0
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IKEA Yttran Kitchen FaucetPerspective view of a 3D model of the IKEA Yttran Pull-Out Spout Kitchen FaucetPerspective view of a 3D model of the IKEA Yttran Pull-Out Spout Kitchen Faucet
14.25” | 36 cm
4.125” | 10.5 cm
8.25” | 21 cm
IKEA Älmaren Kitchen Faucet
36.000
10.500
21.000
5
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IKEA Älmaren Kitchen Faucet3D model of the IKEA Älmaren Pull-Out Spout Kitchen Faucet viewed in perspective3D model of the IKEA Älmaren Pull-Out Spout Kitchen Faucet viewed in perspective