Since the use of filtered water has become ubiquitous, there has been a need to install a separate individual tap to supply purified water. But the installation of such a crane provides an additional device mounting hole in the sink. In addition, the presence of a mixer and tap for drinking water somewhat clutters the capacity of the sink. Kitchen faucets with a tap for drinking water – a unique solution, which provides the ability to connect to the mixer additional input for supplying treated water.
Kitchen faucets with drinking water faucet: functionality and aesthetics
Today there is practically no one left to use tap water to prepare drinks or food without first cleaning it. The acquisition of finished purified water in tanks gradually goes into the past, especially since the placement of a water cooler in the kitchen is associated with the allocation of additional space for it. Not to mention that the type of such a design is far from aesthetics.
The most urgent was the acquisition of a home water purification system directly from the water supply system and its supply through a drinking water faucet. But a separate tap for drinking water and a mixer for domestic water installed on the same sink do not allow maximum use of the washing capacity and overload the space.
As a result of the latest developments of plumbing manufacturers, kitchen faucets with a tap for drinking water were created. Their arrangement is that an input for supplying filtered water is connected to the housing of a conventional water mixer. And the installation of a kitchen faucet with a tap for drinking water presupposes the presence of a single hole in the sink and allows you to use the sink capacity for washing large-sized dishes.
Designers did not stint on the development of a huge range of models, applying to the manufacture of various materials and colors. The use of such mixers is possible for any relevant water treatment systems, including for systems with reverse osmosis.
The device of the mixer for the kitchen with a drinking tap differs from the usual faucets in that it is equipped with an independent channel for supplying water after passing through the filter. On the nozzle of the tap, in addition to the hole for household water, there is a hole for drinking water. Adjustment of the supply of purified water is carried out by means of a separate valve mounted on the common body of the mixer. Thus, by turning one lever – ordinary tap water is supplied, turning the other lever – drinking water is supplied.
The channels of drinking and household water in the mixer are located so that these liquids do not mix with each other. Receipt of drinking purified water and water for domestic needs is provided through a single spout mixer.
Helpful advice! When choosing a combined mixer, you should pay attention to the length and bend of the spout: if the sink capacity is deep – a low spout is suitable, if the sink is miniature – high.
There are models of mixers with a filter for drinking water with a single hole. In the spout of such a mixer, there are two separate ducts: for cold and hot domestic water and for drinking. In this embodiment, the purified water is supplied from the aerator and is not mixed with tap water. Mixers of such models provide an indicator that will signal the next filter change. As a rule, it is planned to replace the filter after passing 600 liters of water through it.
The important advantages of kitchen faucets with switching to the filter is that they do not need additional space at the sink; they occupy as much space as conventional tap water mixers. There is no need to make additional holes for them, which is especially important for owners of stylish sinks made of ceramic granite.
Combined faucets are reliable and durable, at any time provide the supply of purified water, easy to use, thanks to a clever design and ergonomic design. In addition, the installation of the tap with a filter for drinking water is quite simple. Anyone can install such a crane if desired, given that there is no need to purchase and connect additional hoses. The disadvantages of such models, perhaps, can only be attributed to a fairly high cost.
Manufacturers offer a rich selection of faucets for the kitchen under the filter. The main criteria when choosing a crane are the design, color and price of the product. What remains unchanged is that the model should be made of high quality material: stainless steel, bronze, brass, steel alloys, nickel, ceramics, plastic.
Most often, for the manufacture of combined mixers used stainless steel and brass, characterized by reliability and durability. Coating products with a layer of sputtering allows you to imitate gold, silver, bronze or create the impression of aged metal.
Plastic taps for drinking water filter are resistant to aggressive environment. Plastic products are resistant to corrosion and alkalization, however, have a shorter service life than metal models.
We offer you to get acquainted with some models of mixers and prices for them from different manufacturers:
| The name of the combined faucets for the kitchen | Trademark | Material | Price, rub |
| The mixer with the crane KAISER ARENA 33066-1 Broze chrome | KAISER, Germany | Bronze coated brass | 6200 |
| The mixer with connection of the Elghansa 5602623 filter | Elghansa DWT, Germany | Brass with chrome-nickel plating | 7200 |
| Mixer Atoll A-0212 Nickel + filtered water tap | ATOL | Brass with matte chrome finish | 8,000 |
| The combined ATOLL A 0214 BLACK mixer with additional release of drinking water | ATOL | Brass, color – black matte Anthracite | 9800 |
| The combined mixer for kitchen of ZR 311 YF CLEAN WATER | ZorG Sanitary, Czech Republic | Stainless steel | 10750 |
| The KD 2383-L026 KorDi mixer under the filter | Kordi, Switzerland | Stainless steel | 11990 |
| The mixer with the KD 14035-C27 Bronze filter Bronze | Kordi, Switzerland | Brass with antique bronze finish | 12990 |
| SZR-1219-7M ROSSO Retro Mixer with Built-in Drinking Water Tap | ZorG Inox, Czech Republic-Germany | Stainless steel | 17,000 |
| The mixer under the ZorG INOX SZR-1017-7B LORA filter | ZorG Inox, Czech Republic-Germany | Stainless steel | 19350 |
The exclusive models include mixers made of glass or ceramics, but such models are expensive and are quite rare. Manufacturers are not limited to the colors of taps for drinking water filters. You can buy products of almost any color: from single-colored to contrastingly combined, fitting them into any kitchen interior.
Helpful advice! If your kitchen sink has two or three bowls, you need to opt for models of combination faucets with pull-out spout.
The combined models of the mixers are completed with hoses, with the help of which the connection to the water distribution system and the water filter for the kitchen, as well as a set of adapters and fixings are made. Depending on the individual filter system, it is possible to purchase additional devices for connecting a mixer or switches for supplying water to the dishwasher. In any case, before buying, you should familiarize yourself with the product package.
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In the faucets with drinking tap used household flow, filters, nozzles and filters with reverse osmosis.
When using household filters, water is purified to a state where it can be drunk and used for cooking. Filters are installed in the cabinet under the sink, equipped with outlet hoses connecting to the mixer. Such filters clean running water from the pipeline and do not need to install a water storage tank. Household filters are equipped with cleaning cartridges in an amount of from 2 to 4 pieces.
They purify water from these types of impurities:
- chlorine;
- salts that promote water hardness;
- iron;
- microorganisms.
The advantages of stationary water filters in the kitchen are a high degree of cleaning, good performance, convenient use (do not clutter up the kitchen space, located under the sink).
Effective cleansing systems. Purify water from impurities without the use of chemical components. When cleaning water passes through a thin-film diffuser, which filters the smallest particles. Only water molecules seep through the membrane, everything else is drained to the sewer. Water becomes soft, with properties of melt water.
The advantages of the system are the highest degree of purification, water supply in a volume of 10 liters, a small cost price of purified water. The kit includes pre-cleaning cartridges, reverse osmosis membrane, filter post-cleaning, connecting hoses. Reverse osmosis systems are distinguished by high price and significant cleaning efficiency.
Helpful advice! Before you buy a water filter, check to see if it and its plastic components give off a characteristic chemical smell. If the smell is present – the filter is made of poor-quality material and does not meet the requirements of ecology and safety.
Compact devices mounted on a crane. Reliably cleaned of harmful impurities, reducing water hardness. Connect to the mixer only at the time of cleaning. Some models of water filters on the faucet for the kitchen are equipped with a calendar, reminiscent of replacing the cartridge. Advantages – mobility and low price. Among the disadvantages – low productivity, a small amount of sorbent, the presence of capacity for purified water.
The urgency of cleaning tap water is not in doubt. The mixer with the crane of drinking water – an optimum exit for the people appreciating the health. With it, you can make water consumption safe, and the choice of an easy-to-use faucet will allow you to effectively use the working space of the kitchen.
