How Tall Should My Kitchen Faucet Be?

Tall kitchen faucets can be convenient.

Tall Faucets Are Convenient

According to Kitchen Cabinets and Designs, "High arching spouts are increasingly popular because of their added convenience and beauty." These spouts are usually around 8 inches high and allow more room to fill and rinse large pots than shorter spouts.

It Depends on the User's Needs

Kitchen World, Inc. recommends considering how you use your sink before deciding on a faucet height. If you don't wash a lot of large pots or prefer to use the side faucet with a retractable hose for rinsing, a tall faucet may not be necessary. If your sink is deeper than most, a low faucet may not be a problem.

Bottom Line

Choose a faucet height that suits your needs and style. Tall spouts are elegant and convenient, but if they don't fit your needs, they may not be necessary. Kitchen World, Inc. says "As you cook, clean, and live in your kitchen, consider why, and how often, you head for the sink. What do you like about your current faucet? And what faucet features are missing?" If other features are more important to you than faucet height, choose the faucet that best meets your needs.

References

• Kitchen Cabinets and Designs Online: Kitchen Faucets
• Kitchen Appliance Advisor: Best Faucet Buying Guide
• Kitchen World, Inc.: Sinks and Faucets