"Chrome's definitely easier to quickly wipe down, but I think the key is really how often you're willing to clean."
True, but honestly, I've found brushed nickel to be a decent middle ground—doesn't show spots as glaringly as chrome and seems less prone to soap scum buildup than matte black. Wonder if anyone else has noticed that?
I've tried brushed nickel too, and while it does hide spots better initially, I've noticed it can dull over time—especially if your water's hard. Honestly, stainless steel has been my go-to lately; durable, easy to maintain, and ages gracefully...just my two cents.
I've had decent luck with stainless steel too, but honestly, I've switched over to matte black fixtures recently and haven't looked back. They hide water spots surprisingly well, even with hard water, and add a unique touch to the kitchen. Sure, they might show soap residue occasionally, but a quick wipe-down usually does the trick. Plus, they give the space a modern yet cozy feel...might be worth considering if you're open to something different.
Interesting you mention matte black fixtures—I've been eyeing them myself lately. Have you noticed if they scratch easily? We switched to brushed nickel a couple years ago, and while it definitely hides water spots better than stainless steel, I've found it scratches more easily than I'd hoped. Wondering if matte black holds up better over time...might finally convince me to make the switch.
"Wondering if matte black holds up better over time...might finally convince me to make the switch."
We swapped out our kitchen faucet for matte black about a year and a half ago, and honestly, it's held up surprisingly well. I was skeptical at first—figured it'd scratch or chip easily—but so far, nothing noticeable. Granted, we're careful not to scrub it with anything abrasive. Compared to our old brushed nickel fixtures (which scratched if you looked at them wrong), I'd say matte black is definitely more forgiving.
