Kitchen faucet: how it should be

The faucet is one of the basic elements in the kitchen, which largely determines the comfort, safety and overall impression of interior design. Kitchen faucets, which we offer to buy in the Leomikao online store, were developed by Japanese engineers, taking into account all of the above factors. The advantages of Leomikao products will be obvious if we talk about the main characteristics of faucets, trends in this area. 

Kitchen faucet: basic designs  

Depending on the design, they distinguish the following types of mixers:

• single-lever; 
• faucet-box; 
• touch.

The mixer tap consists of the following elements:

• spout;
• lever switch;
• aerator;
• cartridge or ball valve;
• case.

Single-lever kitchen faucets are equipped with a switch handle, which is moved up and down, thus regulating the water supply. To mix hot and cold water to achieve a comfortable temperature, the faucet lever is moved horizontally. An even flow of water is provided by an aerator. This is the most comfortable model, since you can control the water supply in it with one hand. Such mixers can be equipped with both ball and cartridge levers. 

In ball mixer taps - Leomikao Mazuyma Black Mat Loft, a hollow ball is used to mix water - a mixing element. It has three openings: through two of them cold and hot water is supplied, and through the third - their mixture flows. The pressure and temperature of the water are regulated by moving the ball relative to the “saddle” - a rubber product.

In cartridge models, an example of which is the Leomikao Kioto Mat Black model, where a cartridge is used instead of a ball mechanism. Inside this device are ceramic-metal discs that move when the lever is turned. The pressure and temperature of the water depend on their position. 

Faucet-axle mixers or two-valve mixers are a classic design, which until a certain point was widely used in our kitchens. This design looks like this: a spout, on both sides of which there are taps. The supply of cold and hot water is regulated by each tap separately. The main structural elements are the body, flywheels, crane boxes, aerator and spout. In crane boxes, valve heads or ceramic discs are used, which allow the supply of water. 

In sensor models, the water supply is controlled contactlessly. To do this, they are equipped with sensors that control the solenoid valve.  

What materials is the kitchen mixer tap made of

Several types of alloys are used for the manufacture of mixer taps:

• Brass and bronze. Leomikao faucets are made only from brass. This metal is the most durable, as it is resistant to the action of minerals dissolved in water. This is also a guarantee of their safety for human health.
• Chrome. As a rule, it is used to cover the outer part of structures. It is resistant to aggressive substances, such as cleaning agents, thanks to which the aesthetic characteristics of the mixer are preserved for a long time.
• Stainless steel. Products made from it are short-lived due to the fragility of the material. 

One of the new trends in plumbing are ceramic faucets, which can compete in performance with brass products. In the budget segment, mixer taps made of polymeric materials are presented. They are strong enough, do not react with substances dissolved in water.

Which spout can I buy a water mixer for the kitchen with

The spout is selected depending on the parameters of the kitchen sink. The deeper it is, the higher the spout can be. This avoids splashing of water droplets when the jet comes into contact with the surface of the bowl. The size of the dishes is also taken into account: a small bowl and a faucet with a low spout will greatly complicate the process of washing dishes. 

A compromise solution is a flexible kitchen faucet, i.e. model with curved spout. It allows you to direct the flow of water to any part of the sink, which is very comfortable. Another convenient model is a mixer with a pull-out spout. This is a universal type of faucet that is suitable for sinks of any height.

Depending on the height, spouts are:

• High. Height from 25 centimeters. A tall kitchen faucet is indispensable if you use bulky dishes.
• Medium. Height from 15 to 25 centimeters.
• Low. Height from 12 to 15 centimeters. Designed for shallow sinks, as well as when they are used for morning procedures. 

Where to buy a kitchen faucet

The Leomikao online store offers faucets designed by Japanese engineers. Design, performance, reliability are the main features inherent in products manufactured under the Leomikao brand. You can buy them with delivery to the Dnieper, Kyiv, Poltava, Khmelnitsky and other cities of Ukraine. All products presented on the site are available for ordering online and in a physical store located in the city of Dnipro.