Tall sink faucet - features and types

To make the sink comfortable to use, when choosing plumbing, attention should be paid not only to the bowl itself, but also to the mixer for it. Moreover, this concerns both the design of the mechanism and the height of the spout.

Below we will learn about the features of high mixers, their types, and also consider how the installation of this device.

Why do you need a high spout

To further understand what a long spout is, first of all, we give a classification table of mixers for this parameter:

The height of the spout is a very important parameter, since such moments as:

• The ability to wash bulk dishes or substitute a large container to draw water.
• Will splash water on clothes while using plumbing.
• Will puddles of water gather around the sink.

Tip! There are models of mixers that have a pull-out spout. Their cost is higher, however, they are the most convenient to use.

At first glance it may seem that a high mixer is more convenient, so when choosing, it should be given preference. However, the choice depends largely on the bowl of the sink, and more precisely, on its depth.

If you use a shallow sink with a high spout, the water will splash heavily around the room, while the tall faucets and tall sinks are perfectly combined with each other.

Tip! The choice of the depth of the bowl depends on the tasks that are set before the sink. If it is needed only for washing hands or, for example, a toothbrush, then a small sink can be installed for these purposes.

Thus, when choosing the height of the mixer spout, you should focus not only on your own needs, but also on the height of the bowl.

Kinds of high mixers

In addition to the height of the spout, mixers are also classified by a number of other signs, such as:

• Type of construction;
• Installation method;
• Body material.

Next, take a closer look at all varieties of these devices.

Type of construction

By type of construction mixers are of two types:

• With two valve heads - they are a classic variant, which has been familiar to many since childhood, since in Soviet times only such devices were used in apartments. Their advantages include the ability to individually adjust the flow of hot and cold water with their own hands. This makes it quite easy to get the right temperature of the jet.

The disadvantage is the presence of rubber gaskets in the shut-off valves, which wear out pretty quickly, as a result of which the mixer starts to “drip”.

• Single lever (hinged) - got this name because instead of two heads they have one lever. The water temperature in this case is regulated by turning the knob left and right. Recently, such devices are the most popular.

A feature of this design is that the check valve does not have rubber gaskets and is a disk made of stainless steel or ceramic. The disadvantages include sensitivity to impurities in the water, as well as the difficulty of fine-tuning the water temperature.

Note! Cheap models of hinged mixers are made of plastic parts, as a result of which they wear out very quickly. Therefore, it is better to give preference to products from German, Italian or Polish manufacturers.

Mounting method

By the way of installation mixers are of two types:

• Tabletop - mounted on a sink or countertop. Depending on the type of construction, the body of products can be installed on top of the shelf or under it. There are also high tabletop mixers, in which only valve heads are mounted on the shelf, and the spout is attached to the wall.
• Wall mounted - It is not difficult to guess, these devices are mounted on the wall above the sink.

Note! When choosing a wall mixer should pay attention to such a parameter as the angle of incidence of the water jet. The height of installation of the device depends on it.

I must say that the choice of installation method depends on the type of sink. If it has a hole for the mixer, then, accordingly, it is necessary to purchase a desktop mixer.

Material

As for materials, the choice is not particularly great:

• Brass and bronze - are a classic option. The surface of the products can be chrome plated or uncoated. Such mixers are designed for long life.

The advantages of brass and bronze products include the fact that they practically do not precipitate. Therefore, they are the most trouble-free, however, and their price is the highest.

• Stainless steel - products made from this material are also quite durable, although the sediment on them settles much faster in comparison with brass and bronze taps.

• Silumin - this material is an alloy of silicon and aluminum. Low cost concerns its advantages, but at the same time it quickly wears out and becomes fragile. The appearance of silumin products quickly becomes unattractive.

It should be noted that the mixers also differ in coating.

The most common coatings currently are:

• Chromium;
• Enamel.

Note! Chrome-plated surface can not be washed "Silit", otherwise the product will quickly lose its appeal. Moreover, this way you can spoil both a cheap Chinese and an expensive German crane.

As mentioned above, some models of bronze products may not have a coating. The choice in this case depends on your own preferences and interior design. For example, a tall faucet for a false bronze sink would look great in a classic interior style.

Tip! Some models of mixers have a stopper mechanism, thanks to which it is possible to draw water into the sink and to lower it with a single movement of the lever. This feature saves water.

What to look for when choosing

To purchase a high-quality mixer, when choosing, you must pay attention to the following points:

• High-quality mixers made of bronze or brass are heavy. If the product is light, then it is made of low-quality material.
• Before buying a crane, it is advisable to know the size of the sink, since in addition to height, its length is also an important parameter. With improperly selected parameters, the jet of water may be directed to the side of the bowl, which will cause certain inconveniences.

It should be borne in mind that the angle of incidence of the jet in the taps exceeds 90 degrees and is 110-130 degrees. In addition, when choosing the length of the spout, it is necessary to consider the distance from the crane stand to the side of the sink.

• Best of all, when the sink faucet appearance corresponds to the design of the faucet in the bathroom. This allows you to combine plumbing in a single ensemble.
• Aerator on the spout should be silicone or plastic. Metal rust quickly or simply fall out. Silicone aerator is the most convenient to use, as it is easy to clean from lime deposits and dirt.

• The device can be made for installation using tubes or hoses. It is believed that the tubes are more durable, however, high-quality hoses can serve no less than the tubes, while installing them is much easier.
• A quality mixer must have a warranty from the manufacturer. If there is no warranty coupon, then repairs may arise problems.

Given all these moments, you can purchase a product that will last for many years.

Installation Features

As an example, consider how to install a desktop mixer on the sink.

So, the installation instructions are as follows:

• First of all, it is necessary to shut off the hot and cold water supply with the help of stop valves.
• Next, the hoses are attached to the mixer and pushed through a special hole in the sink, with the result that the faucet is in place.

• Under the sink, the faucet is fixed with a pressure washer and nuts. The latter should be tightened without much effort.
• Then the flexible hoses are connected to the hot and cold water piping. The left hose is always connected to the "hot" plumbing, and the right, respectively, to the "cold". Nuts need to be tightened by hand, then "bring" a wrench. To seal the joints, use a fum-tape.

Tip! In order not to damage the coating of the crane during operation, it should be wrapped with tape or just a rag.

After the mixer is installed, it is necessary to open the supply of hot and cold water. When this connection should be checked for leaks in the closed and open position of hot and cold water. If water has appeared on the thread, then the nut must be carefully tightened with a key, after which you must ensure that there are no leaks.

At this installation process can be considered complete.

Conclusion

High spout mixers combined with deep sinks, as practice shows, are very convenient to use. However, as we found out, they are of different types, so before purchasing a device, it is necessary to determine its design and a number of other parameters that are listed above.

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