Choosing a Single-Hole Faucet

For homeowners interested in installing a new single-hole faucet, it can be hard to know which of the many options on the market to choose from. Whether it’s time to upgrade an existing single-hole faucet or a new faucet is being installed in tandem with a new sink, the following quick guide will help make the process of picking a faucet simple.

1. Determine Your Bathroom or Kitchen’s Style

Too often, faucets and other fixtures are a second thought. But, while they are small, faucets play a big role in the overall style and design of a kitchen or bathroom space.

For this reason, they should be chosen in conjunction with the rest of the room’s style. Before simply adding a single-hole faucet to one’s cart, spend time determining what style the room is aiming for.

Examples might include:

• Ornate and elegant
• Modern and sleek
• Simple and traditional

By taking the time to first determine the bathroom or kitchen’s style, homeowners can better match a faucet to the intended motif.

2. Pick a Matching Finish

After determining the overall style of the room, the next step is to filter single-hole faucet options by finish. While not all fixtures in a bathroom or kitchen need to be an identical match, it’s helpful to match warm finishes with warm finishes and cool with cool.

A quick guide to finish tones is as follows:

• Warm: Brass, oil-rubbed bronze, copper, gold
• Cool: Polished chrome, stainless steel, brushed nickel

Keep in mind that a matte black finish is a neutral option, which makes it a good pair for either cool or warm finishes.

3. Consider Additional Upgrades

Choosing a single-hole faucet is a great time to consider additional upgrades. For example, when examining the style of a kitchen, a homeowner might decide that the existing hodgepodge style isn’t desired any longer. Rather than simply purchasing a single-hole faucet that matches the current style, they might instead opt to upgrade the sink, spray nozzle, and other fixtures.

Similarly, in the bathroom, adding in a new faucet is the perfect chance to consider swapping out the shower head, towel racks, and sink console.

Shop Kingston Brass

For homeowners interested in purchasing a new single-hole faucet, the perfect place to begin is Kingston Brass. Our extensive catalog of faucet options makes it easy to match the right style and finish to any room design.