A single hole bathroom faucet can give the space a very streamlined look. Installation is fairly simple as well. It requires no more work than for a product with three holes, for the two water control knobs and the spigot. A multi-directional handle is a common feature of all products, regardless of style or price.
There are many different styles and price ranges for such products. They can be found in home improvement centers, building supply stores and through many online stores. Even if you do not plan on purchasing such a product online, browsing through the many catalogs available can help you determine the best styles for your sink and vanity. Prices can vary greatly, from around $65 for in inexpensive model with a chrome finish, to several hundred, for a highly polished top of the line product.
Classic styles consist of many curves and more rounded shapes. They can be found in brass, brushed nickel and many other finishes. For the home, there are hundreds of classic styles. A brass fixture may look good with marble or granite counter tops on a vanity with a sleek hard wood finish. Some towel bars or other fixtures in a coordinating finish can add quite a bit of elegance to the space and can give it a feel of luxury.
Though stainless steel or nickel finishes may not appear as elegant, they can still work well in a more traditional space. The features such as rounded handles and plenty of detailing on the spigot and handle are what determine the style. They can work well with a variety of color schemes and will generally be easier to coordinate with the tub or shower fixtures. They will work well in traditional decors that use plenty of dark tones, such as burgundy, navy, olive and forest green. Even light fixtures can be used to carry out the traditional theme.
For an even more classic look, models with a ceramic or glass lever can be purchased. Such items look great with spaces that contain plenty of white tile or perhaps even older spaces with a claw foot tub and a pedestal sink. Levers made of ceramic or glass can also be coordinated with linen cabinet door handles or drawer pulls. There are so many options in classic styling that regardless of whether the color scheme includes rich gold tones, classic whites and pastels, or deep fall shades, you will be able to find a traditional style for your sink and vanity.
More modern products are typically less rounded in style. They are more square is flat in shape. Many choices are also available in modern themes. Much of what you select for the modern space depends the style of the sink and the rest of the room’s decor. The squarish styles in brushed nickel work well with modern pedestal sinks or with those in wall mount or corner vanity units.
There is a wide variety of contemporary single hole bathroom faucets for many new sinks and vanities or various styles of sink mounts. A very elegant new style is a vessel sink of a lightly tinted color glass. Such products typically rest on the counter, as opposed to resting in a cut out space. Nothing carries out the style of such a sink, like a vessel spigot. Some come with a simple side handle. Others come with a top lever that rests on the top of the fixture.
For an even more futuristic look, there are models that include a tinted glass disc closer to the base. These are designed to provide a smooth flow or wide stream that mimics a gently flowing river. Such products provide a more unique style, while also providing a relaxing feel to the space. Glass is very sleek and can pick up various tones or hues from the decor in a space, such as from wall colors, curtains and other decorative elements.
Because water gently flows from several small holes from several locations around the base, it takes less time to fill up a sink and less water is likely to be wasted. Not only is this a very ecologically friendly option, it has some additional benefits as well. Small children will have an easier time washing hands with a wider water flow and are likely to get hands cleaner. Glass is
While some models include a glass disc, while works well with glass vessel sinks, others include a wide stainless steel base for the water to flow from. This type of product will look great with a stainless steel sink or basin. Those models with glass can cost as much as $600, while the steel products cost slightly less, at around $500. There are many less costly options in contemporary styles. It is wise to look in a variety of placed before settling on the right product for your sink.