Washbasin faucet - features of choice

Today, there is a huge assortment of all kinds of taps and faucets for sinks on the market, with the result that the choice of this device can become a whole problem. Therefore, before buying, you should decide on the basic requirements and scope of the product, for example, you can purchase a simple plastic faucet for a washbasin at the dacha, and a more complicated construction - a mixer - is needed for the bathroom. Below we take a closer look at how to choose the right faucet for the sink.

Types of cranes

So, before you go for the purchase of a crane, you should decide in advance on its type.

The classification of these devices is carried out according to a number of features such as:

• Functionality;
• Material;
• Dimensions spout;
• The design of the locking mechanism.

Below we take a closer look at these parameters, and consider in what cases which type of product is better to prefer.

Functionality

All faucets for sinks differ in their functions, so first of all it is necessary to decide which of them the device should possess. The main difference is in the number of connections that connect to it.

According to this parameter, the cranes can be divided into two types:

• Single - allow you to connect only cold water.
• Mixers - in addition to cold water, hot water can be connected to such devices. Moreover, they allow you to mix hot and cold water in the right proportions, to get the jet of the required temperature. Hence their name.

Accordingly, it is necessary to choose, depending on the purpose of the device. For example, a faucet for a summer washbasin where it is planned to use only cold water should be simple, i.e. with one supply. But in the bathroom or in the kitchen requires a faucet. (See also the article The device of the mixer for the sink: features.)

I must say that in recent times there were models of cranes, which have some other functions. For example, a tap - dispenser for a washbasin saves water. Of course, it is more relevant for public spaces, however, if you want to reduce water consumption, you can use such a device for the sink in the toilet.

As a rule, metering valves are complex devices with timers. In the most expensive models, the water flow can be adjusted. In cheaper products, the time is set by the manufacturer and is usually 6-8 seconds.

Tip! Saving water also allows the sink tap faucet, which is familiar to everyone who traveled in trains. To open the water in such devices, it is necessary to press with a palm on the button located under the spout.

Material

An important selection parameter is the material of the product, on which such parameters as depend:

• Appearance;
• Device price;
• Reliability and durability.

Most often considered products are made from the following materials:

• Brass and bronze - products made from these materials are the most durable and at the same time the most expensive. Besides the fact that brass and bronze have good strength, they practically do not precipitate.
• Stainless steel - cheaper and most common option. However, unlike brass and bronze, sediment settles much faster on stainless steel. Accordingly, such devices are less durable.

• Plastic - less durable and durable material, however, its cost is the lowest. Therefore, a plastic product, as already mentioned above, is an excellent option for giving, especially if the washbasin is located on the street.
• Silumin - a fairly cheap material, which is an alloy of aluminum and silicon. Products with a silumin body are far from the best choice, since this material becomes fragile over time, moreover, it quickly loses its original attractive appearance.

Tip! For giving the plastic wash basin with the crane can be made independently. To do this, just tap the faucet into a plastic canister.

Spout size

This parameter is selected depending on the characteristics of the washbasin itself. If its bowl is large and deep enough, you can use a device with a long and high spout. This will allow to wash large items in the sink and collect water in large containers.

Often use one faucet - bathroom faucet and washbasin located nearby. In this case, the product must have a long spout. If the sink is shallow, you should give preference to a device with a short spout, otherwise water will be sprayed.

Note! Sink taps may also vary by installation method. They can be wall-mounted and desktop (mounted on a sink or countertop). It is necessary to choose a design depending on type of a wash basin.

Locking mechanism design

At present, the following types of locking mechanism are most often used in the considered devices:

• The valve - in this case, the shut-off valve has a rubber or plastic seal. It should be noted that this design is cheaper, however, seals quickly fail, resulting in the need for periodic replacement.
• Articulated - the flow of water is carried out by a lever that you need to lift up or lower with your own hands in order to shut off the water. The shut-off valve of this design does not have seals and is made in the form of a disk made of stainless steel or ceramics. This option is more expensive, but at the same time more durable. The only such devices are sensitive to impurities in water, therefore, require the use of coarse filters.

Tip! If you want to buy the best quality product, it is better to give preference to models from German manufacturers, however, it should be borne in mind that they are the most expensive. More economical, but at the same time acceptable in quality are Polish models.

Here, perhaps, and all the instructions for choosing a tap for a washbasin. Having decided on all the above points, it will not be difficult to find a suitable product even among a large assortment.

Conclusion

Currently on the market there are many types of taps for a washbasin. Therefore, to make the right choice, it is necessary to determine in advance the basic parameters of the device, which are listed above.

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