The Four Different Kinds of Faucets: You Should Know Before You Buy

Have you ever heard about a Faucet? Well, possibly you use it in daily life yet are unaware about it. A faucet is any device that is used for controlling the flow of liquid from a pipe or something alike. The best example I can give you here is that in your tap there is a device named as UPC faucet that stops or starts the flow of liquid as per your actions. Here in this blog, we will have a look at different kinds of faucets.

1.     Ball Faucet

These kinds of faucets are usually used in the kitchens. These faucets have a plastic or metal ball inside it to stop or start the flow of water. These faucets usually have a single handle that is attached to a round cap which is located directly above the spout.

2.     Cartridge Faucet

This is a two handle faucet that utilizes a stem cartridge that moves up and down to start or stop the flow of water. This faucet could be clearly identified while using the knob. The up or down movement is said to be done through two handles and thus it is said as cartridge faucet.

3.     Disc Faucet

This is one of the latest designs of faucets. These discs have a single level that is located on the top of the wide cylindrical body. These faucets are used to mix the cold and hot water in a mixing chamber. These disc faucets can control a two-sided water flow making the water temperature to be controlled and adjusted in the tap. This is used in situations where the cold and hot water is required.

4.     Compression Washer Faucet

Where disc faucet is one of the latest faucet designs present in the market there at the same time you can also find compression washer faucet which is the oldest faucet designs. These are like normal faucets which require rotation to control the flow of water. These are usually inexpensive but they are required to be replaced too soon as they might be prone to leaks.

These were the few kinds of faucets that you can find in the market in the recent times however one thing that you are required to consider while buying the same is that these faucets must be UPC faucets. UPC is a certification of quality that provided to the companies that are making the faucets. Checking this while buying will make you be assure that your faucets are of good quality and won’t require replacement too soon.