German kitchen faucets
German kitchen faucets have long won the domestic market plumbing. Products from Germany have always been famous for their quality and reliability, and this product is no exception.
Benefits
Kitchen faucet must perform two main functions:
- supply water;
- regulate its temperature.
You will not suffer from pressure drop, the valves will maximize it.
Forget what burning hands. They perfectly regulate the temperature.
In addition, this product has an excellent appearance. You can choose them for any interior from retro-style to modern and technological hi-tech.
Kinds
Kitchen faucets, including German, have three types of opening:
- two-valve;
- single lever;
- sensory.
Two-valve mixers have two lambs, and cold and hot water are supplied separately.
Single lever have one knob-switch, which regulates the pressure of the water supply, as well as its temperature.One-armed taps are very convenient, especially for the kitchen, as even with busy hands you can open the water supply. But it is not suitable for rooms decorated in the style of country, Provence or classic.
Touch do not have manual switches. They have an infrared sensor, and turn on the water when you put your hands under the faucet. The water temperature is set in advance by a special lever. It is mounted either on the faucet itself, or on the sink.
Spout
They also have different forms of spout.
The gander of the crane can be low, high, of a different geometrical form, including with acute angles.
Recently, spouts with retractable showers are very popular. They can easily help you fill large containers with water, wash soft berries without damaging them. These types of cranes for sinks with several bowls are very convenient.
Well, if your kitchen faucet will have additional functions, and German manufacturers have taken this into account. Many companies produce them, for example, equipped with water filter, which allows the output to get the cleanest filtered water that is useful for your body. In the spout of such mixers additionally integrated hose that supplies drinking water.
Materials
The Germans for the production of cranes used a huge amount of various materials.
- Brass or chrome. Most often used for the production of mixers. Made from this material, they are durable, practically not subject to rotting, inexpensive. They have a chrome or nickel-plated coating, as well as matte or made in bronze. The coating is resistant, does not climb for many years.
- Ceramics, granite, artificial stone. Often brass taps have a decorative coating, but sometimes the mixers are entirely made from these materials. This type of faucet does not leave greasy marks from the hands, but they are very fragile. Perfect for a sink made of the same materials. Their cost is much higher than ordinary brass.
Design
The appearance of the cranes from Germany is excellent. They can be chosen for any kitchen, made in interiors from classic to minimalism.
But first of all it is worth remembering that the faucet should be in perfect harmony with the sink. It is not necessary, for example, for a stainless steel sink to pick up a bronze mixer.
Also pay attention to the stylistic decision of the kitchen as a whole.
For placing in a classic style, a bronze faucet with two valves is perfect. It will give style chic and sophistication.
For high-tech fit geometric shapes of cranes with clear lines and right angles. Single lever mixer, or touch here is an indispensable option.
In the Scandinavian style will look great white stone mixer in the color of the sink.
Also has an effect on the appearance of the tap shell shape. For a round shell, it is better to choose a rounded spout. For a square one, the L-shaped or U-shaped gander is more suitable.
Major manufacturers
The German line of kitchen faucets is represented by a large selection of manufacturers.
Franke - products made of chrome, but there are also models of stone mixers. They are high quality and durable, but according to reviews, in the event of a breakdown can not be repaired. The advantage of this company is the fact that a huge variety of models will help to find exactly the crane, which one you wanted.
Blanco - a very expensive brand. Here you can find mixers of unique design that will be the highlight of the interior in your kitchen.
Ideal standard represents the Ceradon mixer.It is, at German rates, quite inexpensive and will last for many years.
Choosing a German faucet in the kitchen, you prefer the quality and unique design. And the high price will more than pay off for the long, uninterrupted years of service of these cranes.