Standard faucet finishes include stainless steel, brushed nickel,chrome, platinum, pewter and matte black. Keep in mind thatshiny options, like a polished chrome finish, show fingerprintsand water spots, while a brushed nickel finish is morespot-resistant. Some faucets even have a rust- andcorroslon-resistant finish.
Your new faucet’ s functionality is as important as itsappearance. If the faucet is too low, there won’ t be enoughroom for tall pots and pans. On the other hand, if your kitchenhas a low cabinet or a windowsill above the sink, a tall-spoutfaucet might not work. You might need a swivel faucet or apull-out spout to reach the entire sink.