posted on December 26, 2000 03:10:09 PM new
Ok folks. We have a 3 1/2 year old Delta kitchen faucet that just stinks. It wasn't cheap, but constantly leaks. Hubby replaced the different washers or whatever they are called, but after a short time, it begins leaking again. It doesn't do it all the time, usually when hubby isn't around to see it.
So, I am going to be looking at faucets...probably looking into Moen first. I don't mind spending a good bit, if I could just get one that would last a while. The one we have now is white instead of chrome, which I prefer since it matches the kitchen. We use a hose sprayer too, but that part seems to be ok.
So, opinions are welcome. Which are good, and which do you not like?
posted on December 26, 2000 03:24:54 PM new
I'd like to hear other's opinion on this as well. We'll probably start the kitchen remodeling at some point.
Meya...Moen is a good name brand, but Delta usually is, too, so I'm surprised you haven't had more luck. Maybe you've got too much pressure in the line? Would that have anything to do with it?
The next one I get I would like a bit taller so I can get the pots underneath it better.
posted on December 26, 2000 03:36:23 PM new
The Delta was replaced about 4 months after we remodeled the kitchen, when the first one wouldn't stop leaking. This one is the same model.
Of course the old crappy one in the half bath off of the family room won't give up the ghost. It has been in there for at least 12 years.
posted on December 26, 2000 04:31:30 PM new
I installed a Moen "pop-up" faucet over 12 years ago! in my kitchen. Very happy! Then we installed a "upside-down " faucet in the upstairs bath for midnite drinking! No probs!
posted on December 26, 2000 05:18:47 PM new
Ditto on the Price-Pfister. And shell out for a deeper sink while you're at it. We are delighted with ours.
posted on December 26, 2000 05:39:50 PM new
I chose Delta faucets for the bathrooms and they've been terrific, surprised that you're having trouble with yours. The kitchen faucet is Kohler (to go with the white sink)(it's a high faucet with the sink sprayer too). It probably gets more use than any one of the bathroom faucets and it's held up real well and is a joy to use.
I have heard that if you go to a Home Depot or such to buy your faucets they are not the same faucets that plumbing suppliers get from those manufacturers (supposedly they are downgraded to reach the consumer market pricing levels), so you might do a search on the Web for styles, prices and suppliers.
posted on December 26, 2000 07:29:52 PM new
When we replaced our kitchen sink eight years ago we installed a Moen faucet. It's now corroded at the base and when we remodel this year I'll think twice about which brand to use. Of course we have well water with a lot of iron.
posted on December 26, 2000 08:00:09 PM new
Moen are cheaply made and are "wiggly" in my opinion.
Delta's are usually good; you may have gotten a lemon.
If I had tons of money I would get a Grohe faucet. Otherwise, try an American Standard with a ceramic disc cartridge. They last FOREVER and are great in areas that have hard water.
I buy a lot of plumbing stuff at www.faucetdepot.com Great stuff, fast cheap shipping, and even cheaper than the plumbing supply house where my husband can buy at wholesale!!!
posted on December 27, 2000 09:10:37 AM new
About 7 years ago I updated my kitchen. I bought most of the needed items from the same supplier; countertop, range, fridge, freezer, microwave, etc. When it came time to select a sink the owner of the store told me that he had one in stock that had been returned unused by another customer. It was a nice deep double basin SS model and it came with a faucet. I got the sink cheap and he threw the faucet in for free. The sink and faucet were made by the Franke company.
I've replaced a lot of plumbing fixtures over the years and I usually used one of the brands from the local home center; Delta, Moen, Price-Pfister, American Standard, et al. I considered the Price-Pfister items to be top of the line.
When I took the Franke faucet from the box I was amazed by its heft and obvious quality. It has performed flawlessly to date. I've since learned that it would have cost over 300 dollars to buy. I don't believe I would have bought it for that price but now I believe it to be worth every penny. I,ve been spoiled.
My advice is to forget the usual store brands and spring for the good stuff. Many brands similar to Franke (Grohe is another)are advertised in design magazines like Metropolitan Home, Wallpaper, and Elle Decor. The initial cost may be a lot more than you're used to paying but you may never need another.
posted on December 27, 2000 09:20:19 AM new
busybiddy...thanks for that link! We're probably going to replace bathroom sink & vanity next month and I think I will check out that site first.
xardon...and you're right about buying the better quality items. Although I sometimes cringe when I pull out the credit card, I know I'm worth it!
