Feedback - Choosing faucet for smaller than average kitchen sink

5 years ago

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I'm doing a kitchen remodel soon, and I'm trying to choose between a pull-down or pull-out faucet for my kitchen sink. I have already read articles and postings on the [pros & cons of pull-down vs. pull-out faucets[(https://www.houzz.com/discussions/pull-down-vs-pull-out-faucet-dsvw-vd~2508643), so I have a good understanding of the differences. What I'm looking for in this post are well-informed opinions regarding this specific question:

Would a typical pull-down faucet appear overwhelmingly large for a smaller than average sink?

My new undermount kitchen sink's basin will be approximately 24" (side to side) by 17" (front to back), and 9" (deep). I'll probably go with this sink: Elkay Crosstown Stainless Steel Single Bowl Undermount Sink Kit (ECTRU24179RTC). To be clear, this is NOT a small bar sink. It's just smaller than average for a kitchen sink by today's standards. Also, the sink and faucet will be installed in a location where there is plenty of vertical and horizontal space. In other words, I don't have to worry about the height of the faucet or the distance available behind the sink.

I would generally prefer using a pull-down faucet, but I'm concerned that aesthetically it might appear "too big" when paired with a sink that's somewhat less than average size. Pull-out faucets with their lower profile seem to be a better match proportionally for my sink, but I really like the features of the pull-down style more.

Does anyone have a pull-down faucet with a kitchen sink that's close to the size described above? If yes, do you have any regrets with the way that it looks or functions with your sink? If possible, posting pictures of your faucet/small sink setup might really help me solve this dilemma.

Thanks!

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DrB477

4 years ago

last modified: 4 years ago

This is a pretty sizable (Delta Trinsic Pro) faucet in a 24" farmhouse sink (Kohler Whitehaven). I think its a non-issue.

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weedmeister
5 years ago
I think there are pull-downs out there that are 'relatively' small, like some of the Grohe units.
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StarCraft Custom Builders
5 years ago
Don't buy Grohe, now made in Mexico from Chinese components. Lots of problems with Grohe in the past few years, and one of the world's worst customer service organizations. See Grohe Faucet Review and Rating.

Have you looked at bar or prep faucets? They are typically smaller, but also often have fewer features.
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A K
Original Author
4 years ago
last modified: 4 years ago
Thanks for the tip. Actually, I considered a bar or prep faucet initially, but I felt that they were a bit too small because my sink is not a prep sink. It's a standard sink - just a bit on the small end of the scale.

I've found a Delta pull-down faucet that I like better than any pull-out faucet that I've seen so far. Although I was concerned about the overall size of the faucet relative to my sink, I also considered an ergonomic factor in making my decision. For me, I'd be more inclined to use the hose more often if it pulled straight down rather than out toward me. It just seems to be an easier, more natural range of movement for me.
2ManyDiversions
4 years ago
The issue is the Kohler above is a little over 4" deeper front to back (we have one that's 24" too!), than the OP mentions - at 17" depth front to back (I assume outside measurements). But yes, they do make pull-downs that are smaller. DrB477 looks great and I think a perfect fit, but I'd not want to go that large with something not having the depth front to back. The smaller pull downs are attractive also.
A K
Original Author
4 years ago
DrB477 - Thanks so much for posting the excellent pics. They provide a helpful perspective on the issue (or "non-issue" as you say). I believe the pull-down faucet that I've chosen is a bit smaller than the faucet in the pictures you posted. This is the one I plan to get:

Elkay Crosstown Stainless Steel 25-1/2" x 18-1/2" x 9", Single Bowl Undermount Sink Kit

Delta ESSA Single Handle Pull-Down Kitchen Faucet MODEL#: 9113-AR-DST
DrB477
4 years ago
I have an essa on my main sink (33"). It is definitely less imposing and about 3" shorter. I think it will be fine.
A K
Original Author
4 years ago
2ManyDiversions -

"OP mentions - at 17" depth front to back (I assume outside measurements)"

To clarify, the 17" depth front to back measurement is of the actual sink basin. The total front to back measurement of the overall sink is 18.5". I plan to have this undermount sink "flush-mounted" with my granite countertop, so the actual sink basin exposed below the countertop will be 24" wide by 17" deep.
2ManyDiversions
4 years ago
I understand A K. So the difference between the two would still be around 3" front to back. Just food for thought.
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4 years ago
This is a laundry room I did for a client...but I believe the sink is a Blanco Truffle 24" sink. Faucet is Elkay "Explore".
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