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5 years ago

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Hi All,

I am going to have new granite countertops installed. With that comes a new sink and faucet. I really like the idea of a touches faucet or a faucet were you can just tab to turn on, as I think this would make life easier when washing hands after touching raw meat. I have read reviews on a handful of models and they same to be all over the place. Does anyone have experience with this type of faucet? Are there some you would or would not recommend?

Thanks in advance!

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AvatarWalt

5 years ago

There was a recent thread on this topic. For the foot-pedal option, you can search for tapmaster here, and I know people are generally very happy with those. We've had a Kohler Sensate for the last couple of years and it's been great. You can use the handle if you want and the water goes off automatically after two minutes if you're using touchless. The blade spray pattern is excellent too.

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c G
5 years ago
Recently had the new Grohe system that involves a foot pad proximity sensor to control water. It is as little fussy, grounding of the system is critical but it is way convenient not having to use hands at all. Included and some models and can be added to many others; like it a lot
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I have this model from Koehler. It works perfectly. Note you need an electrical connection under the sink. When I leave town I just turn it off by pushing in the handle. To operate you just wave your hand or move a pot or bowl under the sensor. Go to the Koehler site to watch video. I’ve had it about 2 1/2 years with no issues. Note it is expensive but the quality is excellent. No something you will find at local box store. It is also heavy. My plumber said it was good quality https://www.build.com/product/summary/1632478?uid=3873519&jmtest=gg-gbav2_3873519&inv2=1&&source=gg-gba-pla_3873519!c9985097409!a106468653491!dc!ng&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI0c6N3a6Q7wIVC8zICh3REQNKEAQYBSABEgJEDPD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds
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Sue 430
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I have the kohler sensate and love, love, love it! No more yucky handles to clean over and over while cooking. I bought a touchless soap dispenser as well (very reasonably priced) and I couldn't be happier. Any also for all of those people who say it might come on by accident, what happens if the power is ou, etc, It goes off automatically after a couple of minutes, and can also operate manually. For me, absolutely no downside!
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I've been using faucets without touching them with my messy and/or bacteria-laden hands for decades, without any new technology (that's just one more thing to break). All you need to do it move the single faucet handle with your arm, so unless you're a petite (or at least short) person, you can reach to do that......just make sure your faucet handle is longer than 3" or so. It was easier with a top handle than a side handle, but after a few weeks I got used to it and do it now with my kitchen's side handle faucet.
drsaj
5 years ago
I love my Brizo Artesso touch faucet!

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