During the use of faucets, water leakage often occurs, especially for kitchen faucets. Because they are used more frequently, they are more likely to malfunction. So what are the tips for repairing kitchen faucets? How should we identify the quality of faucets when purchasing? Let’s learn more with the editor below!

1. Kitchen faucet repair tips

1. Prepare tools: a cross screwdriver, a slotted screwdriver, a pair of scissors, and a wrench

2. Maintenance steps:

How to repair kitchen faucets? First, find the place where the faucet is leaking, and then remove the faucet's trademark. There is a cross screw at the bottom of the trademark. Use a cross screwdriver to remove the screw. Unscrew and use a wrench to remove the faucet switch.

After removing the faucet switch, you need to use a wrench to remove the faucet core counterclockwise. We can see that there is a rubber ring on the top of the faucet. Use a flat-head screwdriver to take out the rubber ring, which will also alleviate the leakage of the faucet.

At this time, you also need to use scissors to cut the 2mm thick rubber ring to the same size as the faucet core. This can also improve the leakage of the faucet. After that, you can put the trimmed rubber ring into the faucet core, and the rubber ring should also be installed. Reinstall the faucet to solve the problem of faucet leakage.

2. How to identify the quality of a faucet

1. Appearance

To identify the quality of a faucet, you must first look at the appearance. When purchasing, you must Choose a faucet with no bubbles, blemishes, or scratches on the outside. Most of today's faucets have micron coatings that can prevent rust. When selecting, you can press the surface with your fingers. If the fingerprints disperse quickly, it means that such a coating is better. You can also try the faucet switch to see if it can be opened and closed smoothly. It is recommended to choose 304 stainless steel material, so the quality will be better.

2. Style

Faucets generally come in two styles, one is a single-handle faucet and the other is a double-handle faucet. Single-handle faucets have only one hole, while the holes of double-handle faucets can be divided into four-inch holes and eight-inch holes, which can be purchased according to the style of the basin. Kitchen faucets are generally installed on the basin surface. The water inlet pipes include hard pipes and flexible pipes. To facilitate installation, valves, also known as triangular valves, can be installed on the water pipes and faucets. These details are also the key to choosing the quality of the faucet.

Editor’s summary: The quality of the faucet can directly affect its service life. When purchasing, you need to choose products with better quality. You can refer to the above information about kitchen faucet maintenance tips and how to identify the quality of faucets.