Switching out a faucet can be a simple and impactful way to elevate the experience in your bathroom. A centerset faucet can be a good solution to small spaces. If you're like me and have centerset set-up, then you might find it difficult to find a chic faucet. As I jump in full gear to transform my bathroom (on a small budget), I have been looking endlessly to do just that and have found 14 good ones!
Today I am sharing my top finds for centerset bathroom faucets as well as three notes on switching out your existing faucet.
BEFORE: Hall bathroom in progress
Hall bathroom in progress
AFTER: Hall bathroom in progress
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1. It is an opportunity to mix metals.
Can I mix metal finishes? The answer is totally! Not only is this a great solution for adding interest to the bathroom, but it can be a great way to make a bold statement. On the other hand, if you don't love your fixtures, you may want to keep the finish consistent to avoid bringing unwanted attention to them. This doesn't just apply to faucets. You can mix finishes in light fixtures, cabinet hardware, outlet covers, and even mirrors.
Photo: Heidi Caillier Design
In general, I see most designers mix two metals within a room. Any more can get a little busy. The most common bathroom finishes are:
- satin nickel, polished nickel, brushed nickel
- polished chrome, chrome
- lacquered brass, brass, polished brass, antique brass,
- matte black, gloss black
- bronze, oil rubbed bronze, brushed bronze
- copper
Credit: Cassie Bustamante
2. Determine the best handle for you.
There are various types of handles on faucets. For starters, you can find some that are single-handle, two-handles, and some even touchless. In terms of handle styles, there is cross, lever, knob, wrist blade, electric, and something in between.
Each one has its own character and come in different interior design styles. The decision is ultimately based on personal taste. Just keep in mind the design intricacy because the more ornate ones (often cross levers) are harder to keep clean. The lever style is my personal favorite because you can turn on the faucet with your wrist (when hands are extra dirty). The 'wrist blade' style would be more for commercial/utilitarian applications.
Credit: Red Bird Hills
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3. What about trendy metals?
If you follow me on YouTube, then you'll know I love trends. They can be fun and promote new ideas! Trends, however, are temporary and can go at anytime. At the end of the day is does not matter what what the trend is or if it passes. If you like something, incorporate it because it will add value to your design.
For some time now matte black and brass has been at the forefront of 'trendy' faucets (and hardware). Some may say they are timeless, so may say the opposite. It doesn't really matter because they work with many many styles. It doesn't look like it's going anywhere anytime soon!
What is the next trend? Of course, no one can surely know. I do think we are seeing a spike in the vintage/lived-in feel. This can be translated to finishes like antique brass, brushed bronze, or any unlacquered finish . Consider choosing an unlacquered finish so that it will patina nicely with time.
NOTE: faucets may come in multiple finishes. Prices and availability subject to change
1. Phiestina Lever $40
2. Newwater Waterfall $46
3. Kingston Brass Heritage $80
4. Newwater Two-Handle $55
5. Phiestina Cross-lever $60
6. Allen + Roth Harlow $99 (the one in my bath)
7. Delta Cassidy $291
8. Moen Gibson $150
9. Signature Hardware Lindo $229
10. Kingston Brass Concord $130
11. Peerless Precept $113
12. Kingston Brass Continental $214
13. Peerless Precept $184
14. Kingston Brass Templeton $189
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