Overhaul in the kitchen or just replacing the failed equipment, it does not matter, we are faced with a difficult choice - what is best to buy a copper kitchen mixer?
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 have to do. If you have already decided on color and about knowing what you want to buy, you will have to learn more about the types of plumbing for the kitchen.
Types of plumbing for kitchen
It is clear that the faucet 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 appearance - the mixer should not stand out in the kitchen, but be one whole with kitchen furniture.
According to the design mixers (no matter, copper or steel), externally the same for both the kitchen and the bathroom - the principle of operation 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-loaded;
- with two valves;
- touch.
Let's get acquainted with each view to determine the choice and buy a high-quality mixer.
So, the copper color mixer is currently considered to be one of the popular and in demand in the market. The intensity of the flow of water, as well as the temperature you can set a slight movement of your 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 cranes with one lever (or spout) are more economical, that is, the water flow during operation will be less.
In turn, the mixers can be 2 types: with a ceramic or ball cartridge. What does this mean? The ceramic core is more reliable, such a mixer will last a long time, water flow is completely excluded. The ball cartridge is not the best purchase option, as it will last long, and the principle of operation is: inside the mixer there is a hollow ball with holes through which water spilled and mixes. The cost of such a mixer is low, it is uncomfortable to use it, water consumption is high.
The mixer with two valves is a popular option for both the bathroom and kitchen. Here you need to focus on your taste if you want to buy something modern, but that the mixer looks like a Soviet crane from your childhood, then you should stop your choice on such a model.
Externally, the mixer is as follows: it is 2 cranes with spill, which is installed between the cranes. The flow of water and the temperature must be adjusted independently, unscrewing the right, then the left valve (hot-cold water). Despite the fact that externally copper mixers look very attractive and stylish, even their popularity, the system of such a mixer is not too popular. Why? In fact, the crane looks beautiful, "Vintage" style lovers are very satisfied with this solution, only the operation of a similar mixer shows, as practice shows, not too comfortable. If you do not often cook in the kitchen, get a dishwasher, then you can think about the acquisition of a copper mixer of this type.
Sensory mixers - Choose-Tech style lovers. The mixer is non-contact, that is, there are no control levers in it - an 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 react to the movement of your hand in the active zone. It is enough to bring hands to the mixer, the sensor will work and water is spoiled from the crane. No need to press. Another convenient option of the contactless mixer is an independent adjustment of the temperature of the water and pressure. The movement of the hand in a predetermined direction (up or down) - the sensor works, and water flows the water of the desired temperature from the crane.
Such mixers operate either from batteries, or from a network of 220 V. By the way, there are models in which water flow duration can be installed, after 20-30 seconds, water will turn off. It is very convenient when you just need to wash your arms or quickly slip the cup, wash the fruit. There is also such a function as protection - the water will turn off independently if the sink filling sensor trigs.
All these features are very convenient in the kitchen, only the cost of such a mixer is too high, so such models do not share the population in demand.
Is the mixer - is it important?
If you choose a mixer made of copper, it is important not only to take into account the kitchen interior, but also think about the functionality. The size of the "nose" or the blasting of the mixer, as well as the form matter not only from the aesthetic side, but also with the practical one. According to experts, the water from the "nose" should fall exactly to the center of the sink, so the size of the washing and the gland should be taken into account. For example, in a small sizes with a small "nose", a large dishes were disabled. And vice versa, if you plan to install a double sink with several bowls, then you need to buy a pull-out mixer (spinning on the hose). Then you will be comfortable to fill even a bucket of water, without raising it into the sink.
The hose or tube for the mixer can also be copper, the hose length should be at least 600 and no more than 1200 mm. Choose the core from more movable and soft materials: rubber, rubber, polymers. Why is that? Because these materials will serve a long period, they meet hygiene standards, and the hose braid can be made of textiles, metal or copper.
And some more information about convenience: the design of the nozzle (tip on the tap) is also important. Choose models of mixers with mini wage (as for the soul) or with an ordinary aerator. By the way, the canoe can switch to 2 modes: jets and soul.
Copper eyeliner
What is better, flexible or copper eyeliner? In terms of convenience of connecting, it is best to connect a mixer to plumbing and sewer tubes with flexible hoses. You can cope with such work in just half an hour, only where is the guarantee that the hoses will serve a long term? They often proceed and quickly fail. Another thing is a tough eyeliner, it is reliably and efficiently, will last long time. Only to bring everything and connect, 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, you can face with such a problem as the discrepancy of the supply materials, that is, the supply can be copper, and the pipes are not, then you need to install adapters or buy a special crane with clip, collet 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, bronze and copper faucets are an excellent choice for the kitchen. If you love the style of "retro", "baroque", "ampir" or prefer classics, then you will definitely like the copper mixer.
Look at these images, your kitchen can look like:
Externally, the 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 height of exhaust, water adjustment and pressure temperature, high-quality coverage, scratch-resistant and other mechanical damage - such are the main advantages of copper mixers.
