Sink Fixtures Driving Me Nuts Lately
I hear you on the knockoffs—learned that lesson the hard way. Picked up a “bargain” faucet online last year and the handle started leaking within six months. Ended up spending more replacing it than if I’d just gone with a decent Moen or Delta from the start. I’m not sold on touchless either... too many sensors to go haywire. Sometimes simple is just better.
I get the hesitation with touchless, but honestly, the tech’s come a long way. I’ve put in a few Kohler and Grohe sensor faucets lately—no issues so far, even in busy kitchens. Sometimes the upfront cost pays off in convenience and fewer grubby handles. Just gotta avoid the bargain bin stuff, for sure.
Sometimes the upfront cost pays off in convenience and fewer grubby handles. Just gotta avoid the bargain bin stuff, for sure.
I hear you on the upfront cost, and I totally get the appeal of fewer fingerprints everywhere. Still, it’s tough when you’re watching every dollar—those Kohler and Grohe models look sweet, but my wallet cries a little. That said, I’ve seen cheap sensor faucets go haywire, so maybe it’s worth saving up for the good stuff. Convenience is great, but not if you’re constantly fixing things, right?
Honestly, I’ve seen some of those bargain sensor faucets that seem to have a mind of their own—either they never turn on or they spray you when you least expect it. The higher-end ones do last longer and usually have better water efficiency ratings, which can save a bit over time. Still, it’s hard to justify the price tag when you’re on a tight budget. Sometimes I wonder if good old manual handles are just less hassle in the long run...
Sink Fixtures Driving Me Nuts Lately
I get the appeal of sensor faucets, but I’m not convinced they’re always the better choice, even with the water savings. I’ve had a couple of manual handles last for years with barely any maintenance, and if something goes wrong, it’s usually a cheap fix. With sensors, it feels like you’re just waiting for the batteries or the electronics to give out. Maybe I’m just old-fashioned, but sometimes simple really is better, especially when you’re watching your spending.
