Choose the perfect sink battery for the kitchen!

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Choose the perfect sink battery for the kitchen!

Are you in full process of refurbishing your house in London or you just got bored of your old kitchen sink battery which was leaking, now it is the moment to make a new acquisition. For choosing the best battery you must take into consideration the type of battery, the number of holes, the type of handles, the type of rod, the installation and the maintenance, the finishing and the adjustment of the water temperature.

The type of the sink battery: The kitchen sink batteries can be with assembling on the wall or with assembling on the sink. If you are refurbishing your house, you can choose each one of these options without being constrained by other aspects. On the other hand, if you want only to replace the old battery then you are limited by the installation you already have in the kitchen and also by the style of the sink. The wall type of battery, as its name says, attaches to the wall, above the sink. The battery type which assembles on the sink can be attached to it or on the worktop in the case in which the sink is built-in.

The number of holes: Most of the kitchen sinks are designed with holes for the battery attachment. If you choose to replace the battery of a sink then you must take into consideration the number of holes that the sink has. The batteries of one piece, with rod and integrated tap need one single hole, unlike those the classic batteries with separated taps for cold water and for hot water need three holes for the rod and the taps and the fourth hole for the atomizer. If it is the first time when you choose the type of sanitary installation for your kitchen, then we advise you to choose first the battery and then a sink with the proper number of holes. If it is necessary new holes can be drilled in the sink for assembling the battery.

The type of the handles: The handles can be with one or two taps, or with a sensor tap. The handle with one tap has a directional rotation for changing the water temperature. This one it is easier to install and it can be attached to the rod or it can be placed lateral to the rod. The handle with two taps is provided with one tap for cold water and one tap for hot water to adjust the temperature of the water. The taps can be a part of the basic piece, being attached to the rod or they can be assembled on the sides of the rod. In the case of these types of batteries the atomizer can be integrated or separated, triggered by rotating or pulling and it controls the water flow. The ones with the sensor can be triggered by touch or movement and they are provided with the possibility of controlling the temperature and the water flow. These are recommended in the houses where kids live because it helps to avoid accidents or for elderly persons or with disabilities whom force is diminished and they can not action a battery with normal handle.

The type of rod: The rod can be straight or with the shape of a swan neck. The batteries with straight rod are compact and cheaper but many times the rod should be pushed to the side to make a place in the sink for a big pot. The ones with the shape of a swan neck offer more space but they can splash water on you if they are attached to a sink which is not deep enough. A particular type of rod is the one with shower. The shower head is provided with a lateral switch which commutes between the single jet and the shower. This one is useful when you are washing vegetables or when you want to clean the sink. Make sure that the hose is long enough to reach to all the corners of the sink.

 Finishes: The battery finishes are available in bronze, chrome and stainless steel. For a high resistance to scratches and corrosive cleaning substances, the quality batteries must be sprayed with electrically charged metallic powders.

Installation and usage: There exist two types of batteries: higher and lower. The batteries with higher attachment attach to the sink or to the worktop with screws passed through the lower surface of the base. The ones with lower attachment are assembled with screws passed through the higher part of the battery. The replacement of both the battery and sink is more facile because it allows the installation of the battery before placing the sink in its place. Depending on the mechanism the kitchen batteries can be with the ball, ceramic disk, compression valve or with the cartridge. The mechanism does not influence the daily usage but it affects the maintenance and the repair.

Accessories: The kitchen sink batteries can be provided with integrated filters. If you want to purchase one of this kind take into consideration that it can influence the water flow and the maintenance of the battery. Some of the batteries are provided with a container for liquid soap or dish soap in the same package.

The kitchen sink batteries with retractable shower are another practical solution for washing the bulky or deep dishes. A retractable head offers more movement space for the battery, and it can also be used when the sink is “blocked” with other dishes. Also, the retractable shower proves to be extremely practical when the height of the pot makes it impossible to be placed under the rod.

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