Few things bring new character to a kitchen quite like a new faucet. An expensive faucet, however, can put quite a dent in your budget. It begs the question: How much should you spend on a kitchen faucet?
According to Delia Kenza of Delia Kenza Interiors, it’s a fixture worth shelling out a few extra bucks for.
“Why have a cute faucet that leaks? The internal parts are more important than the external parts; look for solid brass valves and screws,” Kenza told Dwell, “Buy from a company that you can order missing parts from.”
While quality is important, it also depends on your style and needs. A touchless kitchen faucet could run over $2,500, according to Kitchen Remodel Guides. A single hole kitchen faucet, however, can cost as little as $30.
The Family Handy Man said that the sweet spot for spending should be roughly $100 for a quality kitchen faucet. Beyond that $100 marker, you are generally paying for extra features or style.
When it comes to choosing, Keren Richter of White Arrow said that there are a number of different ways to go.
“There are a few questions we ask in terms of functionality (Does the client want a separate hand spray, or a single spout with a built-in spray?), but style is paramount,” Richter told Dwell. “There are bridge faucets for more farmhouse looks; long, dramatic arched faucets, which can look graceful and sleek for contemporary kitchens; and more utilitarian faucets for industrial kitchens.”
Kenza told Dwell that there are a number of quality brands offering faucets at affordable prices.
“An affordable brand that rarely fails on quality is Kohler,” she told the website. “I also like Vola and Hansgrohe.”
