When Designing a Bathroom the Faucet's the Thing

When planning and designing a bathroom remodel oritself, which is a good thing, when it comes to
makeover, it's the little things that count. This iscreating a memorable, relaxing place to bathe or
certainly true of that humble, but very busywash up.
bathroom fixture, the bathroom faucet. And while it'sBathtub Faucets: These can be wall mounted or set
easy to get overwhelmed by the many choicesinto the tub's pre-cut holes. Many styles are available,
available, it becomes easier once you narrow yourso creating a custom look is easier than you might
choices by category.think. The ever-charming freestanding tub and faucet
Single Lever Faucets: Single lever jobs look great withcombo is a beautiful sight to behold, though inset
a vessel sink. As vessel sinks are often set abovetubs offer many striking design possibilities as well.
the vanity counter, single lever faucets often haveThe tub is perhaps the most masculine element in the
long profiles, to reach above the surface of the rim.bathroom, and the right faucet can make all the
There are a great number of styles of vessel sinks,difference. Roman style bathtub bathroom faucets
including those in copper, ceramic, and glass of manyare a perennial favorite and compliment a surprising
types. Once you catch a glimpse of these manyarray of styles and designs. A hand shower wand is
(often visually stunning) vessel sink styles, you canespecially useful for that extra pampering touch.
let your imagination run wild when coming up with theShower Faucets: The single valve shower faucet and
right sink/faucet combination. A great number ofhead combo needs to be unobtrusive yet easily
undermount style sinks are ideal for single levercontrolled, and for that reason this bath fixture most
faucets as well. Mix and match to your heart's - andoften features a single valve design. Most designs
your eyes'-content!feature a valve or lever on the head itself to control
Waterfall Faucets: Gravity meets high design. Thethe texture of the flow, while the shower faucet
waterfall faucet welcomes your hands and face withlever itself rotates to control the water temperature
the soothing sound of cascading water and aand intensity of the flow. Because the fixture
pleasant, arched spigot design. These stylish fixturesendures constant exposure to water when it is in
often feature chrome and glass construction, withuse, choosing a superior brand will ensure that your
water controlled by a single lever. Waterfall faucetsshower faucet's finish will withstand years of service.
are often paired with above the counter glass vesselMany shower sets feature a detachable wand for
sinks.additional pampering.
Wall Mounted Faucets: For a sophisticated designCenterset and Widespread: These two choices don't
appearance, add a wall-mounted faucet for each sinkapply to single lever models, but virtually every other
basin. There are a multitude of styles and finishes totype of faucet is either centerset or widespread.
choose from, from classic nickel-plated models withBasically, centerset faucets feature two valves or
valves that hearken back to another era, to modernlevers set with the spigot in a common base. A
designs that feature rectangular lines and sleekwidespread faucet features three distinct elements -
surfaces. The slightly elongated spigot of thesefor a clean, designer look.
wall-mounted fixtures delightfully draws attention to