Overhaul in the kitchen or just replacing the failed equipment, it doesn’t matter if we have a difficult choice - which is best to buy a copper mixer for the kitchen?
The design of this important attribute in the kitchen needs to be chosen to your taste, well, or with the help of specialists, then there will be doubts if the model does not appeal. If you have already decided on color and roughly know what you want to buy, you will first have to learn more about the types of plumbing for the kitchen.
Types of plumbing kitchen
It is clear that the crane in the kitchen opens and closes during the day very often, even more often than in the bathroom, therefore, first of all, when choosing a mixer to the kitchen, you need to pay attention to its quality. Do not forget about convenience, as well as the appearance - the mixer should not stand out in the kitchen, but be one with kitchen furniture.
By the design of the mixers (no matter, copper or steel), outwardly the same for both the kitchen and for the bathroom - the principle of work is the same. But there are certain differences - these are operating conditions, as well as the purpose of this device.
Kitchen faucets can be:
- one -leaf;
- with two valves;
- sensory.
Let's get acquainted with each look to decide on the choice and buy a high -quality mixer.
So, a single -sided mixer of copper color is currently considered one of the popular and in demand in the market. The intensity of the water flow, as well as the temperature, can be set with a slight movement of the hand. By the way, not only comfortable operation is so important when choosing a mixer, it is worth paying attention to the fact that the taps with one lever (or nose) are more economical, that is, water consumption during operation will be less.
In turn, mixers can be 2 types: with ceramic or ball cartridge. What does it mean? A ceramic core is more reliable, such a mixer will last a long time, the flow of water is completely excluded. The ball cartridge is not the best option for buying, as it will not last long, and the principle of operation is as follows: inside the mixer there is a hollow ball with holes through which water spilled and mixed. The cost of such a mixer is low, it is inconvenient to use it, the water consumption is high.
A mixer with two valves is a popular option, both for the bathroom and for the kitchen. Here you need to focus on your taste if you want to buy something modern, but to make the mixer look like a Soviet crane from your childhood, then you should opt for such a model.
Outwardly, the mixer looks as follows: it is 2 taps with a spout, which is installed between the taps. The supply of water pressure and temperature must be adjusted independently, unscrewing the right or left valve (hot-cold water). Despite the fact that outwardly copper faucets look very attractive and stylish, they even enjoy popularity, the system of such a mixer is not too popular. Why? In fact, the crane looks beautiful, lovers of the Vintage style are very pleased with such a solution, only the operation of such a mixer, as practice shows, is not too comfortable. If you do not often cook in the kitchen, get a dishwasher, then you can think about purchasing a copper mixer of this type.
Sensory faucets-the choice of lovers of the Hai-Tex style. The mixer is contactless, that is, it does not have control levers - the electronic system is responsible for all actions.
The choice of options is quite extensive, you can buy a mixer with an infrared sensor that will respond to the movement of the hand in the active area. Enough to bring your hands to the mixer, the sensor will work and the water will pour from the tap. No need to press anything. Another convenient option of a contactless mixer is to independently adjust the temperature of water and pressure. The movement of the hand in a given direction (up or down) - the sensor is triggered, and water is pouring from the tap of the desired temperature.
Such mixers work either from batteries or from a 220 V. By the way, there are models in which you can set the duration of the water flow, after 20-30 seconds the water will turn off. It is very convenient when you just need to wash your hands or quickly rinse the cup, wash the fruit. There is also such a function as protection - the water will turn off on its own if the sink filling sensor works.
All these functions are very convenient in the kitchen, only the cost of such a mixer is too high, so such models are not in demand among the population.
Pouring the mixer - is it so important?
If you choose a copper from copper, it is important not only to take into account the interior of the kitchen, but also to think about functionality. The size of the “nose” or the excess of the mixer, as well as the shape, have a value not only from the aesthetic side, but also from the practical one. According to experts, the water from the “Nosik” should fall exactly into the center of the sink, so the sink and surplus should be taken into account. For example, in a small sink with a small “nose”, it is inconvenient to wash large dishes. And vice versa, if you plan to install a double sink with several bowls, then you need to buy a drawer (pour on the hose). Then it will be convenient for you to fill even a bucket of water without lifting it into the sink.
The hose or tube for the mixer can also be copper, the length of the hose should be at least 600 and not more than 1200 mm. Choose a core of more mobile and soft materials: rubber, rubber, polymers. Why so? Because these materials will last a long time, they meet hygiene standards, and the hose braid can be made of textiles, metal or copper.
And a little more information about convenience: the design of the nozzle (tip on the tap) also matters. Choose models of mixers with mini-leaf (as for a shower) or with an ordinary aerator. By the way, the watering can be switched in 2 modes: jets and shower.
Copper eyeliner
Which is better, flexible or copper eyeliner? From the point of view of ease of connection, it is best and faster to connect the mixer to tap and sewer pipes with flexible hoses. You can cope with such work in just half an hour, only where are the guarantees that the hoses will last a long time? They often proceed and quickly fail. Another thing is a rigid eyeliner, it is reliable and high -quality, a long time will last. Only to bring everything and connect everything, you will need not only the tool, but also more time. Often people do not want to mess around and wins the decision to install an expensive copper mixer, but with cheap flexible hoses. Here you need to decide and choose the right solution - durability and reliability or temporary connection.
When installing the mixer, one can also encounter such a problem as the divergence of the supply materials, that is, the supply can be copper, but no pipes, then you need to install adapters or buy a special crane with a clamp, tsang and corner. By the way, expensive models of copper mixers are already sold with copper soldering, so you only have to connect everything and check how the mixer works.
Brass -shaped mixers, bronze and copper are a great choice for the kitchen. If you like the style of “retro”, “baroque”, “Empire” or prefer the classic, then you will definitely like a copper mixer.
Look at these images, so your kitchen may look:
Outwardly, a copper mixer looks very beautiful and stylish, so most people prefer mixers from this noble metal.
The main difference between copper mixers is a long service life and elegance, as well as a rich selection of models.
Various heights of the excess, the temperature of the adjustment and pressure of the water, a high -quality coating, resistant to scratches and other mechanical damage - these are the main advantages of copper mixers.
