Faucet literally means a
device to regulate the flow of liquid from a reservoir
where it is kept. However, tub and shower faucets that
we use in the bathroom today are much more
technologically advanced. Bath faucets are not only
meant to regulate the flow of water but optimize the
use of bathroom sink too such as a higher spout of the
faucet helps in washing hands and filling tumblers.
Faucets that come with water purification system
ensure that you always get clean water to rinse your
mouth while you are brushing your teeth or washing
your face. There are some bathroom faucets that
provide only cold water while some other faucets can
warm up water to a comfortable temperature for
bathing.
You can get rid of leaky tub and
shower faucet forever by using washer free bathroom faucets or
cartridge faucets. Cartridge style faucets have single piece
constructions and thus are very easy to install and use. They do
not leak so easily and you won't have to face the challenge of
changing the worn out washer frequently. It is not advisable to
buy cheap bathroom faucets as they are to be used daily and leaky
faucets can be quite a headache. Use quality bathroom faucets
ranging from middle to high end tap sets from major brands that
are proven for their excellence and performance. Follow the
standards set for plumbing and find out the size and type of
faucets and their parts you can use in your home. While you need
to make sure that your great looking designer faucet is actually
functional and efficient, they should match the complete look of
your bathroom decor.
Even if you are on a budget, make
sure that you choose your tub and shower faucet carefully. Do pay
attention to the details of your bathroom design - whether it is
modern or traditional, the material used in your bathroom sink,
bathtub and bathroom vanity countertop, paint color and texture of
the walls, the paintings in the bathroom, faucet style that suits
and can serve all the tasks you have in mind such as soft bubble
effect or power flow that massage your body in the tub and the
warranty of the bathroom faucet. Shower faucets are available in
various styles and types too. A wall mounted faucet above the
shower drain is perhaps the most popular of all bathroom shower
faucets. People who love high-end bathrooms ma prefer to use
ceiling mounted faucets that seem to recreate rainfall inside the
bath or handheld shower faucets with long arms stemming from the
wall.
You have myriad choices from different types of faucet finishes
but you must pay attention to the maintenance that a faucet finish
requires and whether it fits well into your bathroom design theme.
Some of the most popular bathroom faucet finishes are platinum,
stainless steel, nickel plating, chrome plating, silver, gold,
brass, white enamel, porcelain and colored epoxy (that is often
marketed as fancy faucets line). Brass and chrome faucets are some
of the best chosen shower and bathroom faucets as they are durable
and easy to maintain. However, make sure that you apply the
special protective coating on faucets with brass finish before
installing them as they can get tarnished very quickly. Colored
epoxy finish is easy to clean and maintain and are quite durable
too, especially when they use PVD or 'physical vapor deposition'.
Epoxy finishes also come in some of the best finish colors and you
can virtually get all colors or have them custom colored to fit
into your bathroom decor. While discount and cheap faucets may
look same expensive premium faucets but they are not as durable
and their integral parts are made of plastic. Higher end or
quality shower and tub facets will either have no washers or have
enclosed cartridges with valves or have ceramic washers, to
regulate the water flow. You must know that bathroom faucets may
have different valves. If your bathroom plumbing already has built
in rough-in calves, it may limit the choice of bathroom and shower
faucets that you can choose or your may have to replace the valve
first and then install the faucet. It is best to get advice from
your plumber to know what types of faucets are compatible with
your bathroom plumbing and pipes before making your choices and
buying the faucets you love.
