The faucet is a tool that every family must use in daily life. Because it is used very frequently and necessary, we must pay special attention when choosing a faucet for home improvement. In order to let you have a better understanding of home improvement faucets, you can buy them accurately. Next, the editor will bring you the must-see classification of home improvement faucets and the introduction of key points for purchase.
1. Classification of home improvement faucets
To understand the relevant content of the faucet, we must first start with its classification. Different types of faucets have different usage methods and purposes. Let’s clarify them one by one, which is very important for purchasing high-quality and suitable products.
1. According to the material
Generally, according to the quality grade, there are titanium alloy products, copper chrome-plated products, stainless steel chrome-plated products, aluminum alloy chrome-plated products, iron chrome-plated products, etc.
2. According to the structure
It can be divided into several types of faucets such as single-joint, double-joint and triple-joint, as well as single-handle and double-handle.
3. According to the opening method
It can be divided into screw type, wrench type, lifting type and induction type. When the spiral handle is opened, it needs to be rotated many times; the wrench handle generally only needs to be rotated 90 degrees;
4. According to the valve core
It can be divided into several types such as rubber core, ceramic valve core and stainless steel valve core. The most critical factor affecting the quality of the faucet is the spool. Therefore, most of the faucets using rubber cores are cast iron faucets with spiral opening, which have been basically eliminated now; faucets with ceramic valve cores have appeared in recent years, with better quality, and are now more common; Suitable for areas with poor water quality.
Second, the key points of the purchase of home improvement faucets
1. Look at the material: Generally, according to the quality grade, there are: titanium alloy products, copper chrome-plated products, stainless steel chrome-plated products, aluminum alloy chrome-plated products, iron chrome-plated products, etc.
2. Look at the spool: the spool is the heart of the faucet, and the ceramic spool is the best spool. Good-quality products all use ceramic valve cores, which have the characteristics of strong wear resistance and good sealing performance, and can generally be used for more than 300,000 times; low-end products mostly use copper, rubber and other seals, which have a short service life, but the price low.
3. Look at the coating: in chrome-plated products, the coating of ordinary products is 20 microns thick, and the material is easily oxidized by air after a long time, while the copper chrome-plating coating with exquisite workmanship is 28 microns thick, with tight structure, uniform coating, bright color, Smooth and delicate, it can still keep bright as new after long-term use.
4. Look at the appearance: it can be integrated with the style of the basin, bathtub and bathroom, and it can play a finishing touch.
5. Look at practicality: imported brands are mostly titanium alloy or copper chrome plating, the “color surface” is crisp, exquisite and durable, but the price is expensive; domestic brands of copper chrome plating are relatively affordable, while stainless steel chrome plating products are cheaper.
I hope it will be helpful for you to choose the right faucet for home improvement. The editor hereby reminds you that before you finally buy a faucet, you should shop around and have a necessary understanding of the quality and background of the relevant brands, so as to choose a high-quality home improvement faucet that suits your overall home decoration style.
