Brushed Nickel

Brushed nickel faucets are basic water spouts for use either in the kitchen or the bathroom. They are primarily composed of solid brass, the nickel being the exterior coating that is added for a great look. Unlike other types of faucets, whose chrome coating peels off over time, the properties of brushed nickel usually prevent this from happening. In addition, nickel is ideal for use in faucets, since the metal does an excellent job of resisting rust and corrosion. It seems like a natural choice for a location that is constantly in contact with water.

Manufacturers have come up with kitchen accessories that are – exaggerated as it may seem – to die for. They are the perfect package, having outstanding qualities inside out. From aesthetics to manipulation to maintenance, these water spouts were designed to increase people’s level of appreciation and diminish their problems in the kitchen or bath. Whether it is the kitchen or bathroom sink, these nickel faucets are becoming home favorites due to its edge in design. A brushed nickel faucet with the right curves and styles could make a room’s theme, especially when combined with other items that share the same look, such as a brushed nickel mirror or a brushed nickel towel bar.

Types of Brushed Nickel Faucets

Swan or goose neck types ooze with arresting appeal. A minimalist kitchen with a strikingly tall water spout commands attention. The curved, mobile body shows flexibility while transitioning between two sinks, which some kitchens have as normal. The smooth, lightly sanded finish ironically gives off a gleam of glamour. With properly matched knobs on one or both sides at the base area, it becomes a kitchen ensemble that exudes simple but eye catching artwork. Although once in a while you might see one of these mounted on the bathroom sink, a brushed nickel kitchen faucet is a lot more common.

The classic single handle faucet design remains a common favorite, with the handle sitting on top of the main water outlet. Among the many choices, a brushed nickel kitchen faucet is great if you prefer something just a bit different than the usual chrome or stainless steel, but don’t want to have a different color altogether. The handles come in many forms as well, from a simple single handle to a cross design, you will definitely find them in millions of homes across the globe.

Another choice is to get a faucet that looks old fashioned. Most of them are made out of either bronze or brass, but brushed nickel kitchen faucets with an old fashioned look exist as well. They look a bit like they would fit very well in an old school kitchen sink, but the reality is that they never go out of style since there are always people looking for an old fashioned look.

As for the bathroom fixtures, there a many great choices here as well. All of them have the same finished look, but the actual design and shape differs from model to model. The good thing about a brushed nickel bathroom faucet is that it doesn’t have to cost much more than the inexpensive chrome and stainless steel models. Whether you get a waterfall faucet, a normal basic spout, or something different altogether, you can find both cheap and expensive versions.

Prices of Brushed Nickel Faucets

As far as prices go, the amount you pay will largely be affected by the brand that makes the faucet. The more exclusive the brand, the higher the price will usually be. Some of the large, well known brands like Moen, Price Pfister, and Danze will carry models that range from very affordable and basic to luxurious and expensive. If you just like the brushed nickel look and want a basic model, you shouldn’t have to pay more than $100 for a kitchen faucet and $70 for a bathroom faucet. At the other end of the spectrum, prices soar well into the hundreds of dollars for faucets with new features from name-brand companies. For example, check out the brushed nickel single handle kitchen faucet with sprayer from Elkay featured in the products above.  This one costs $871.