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Home improvement: Where function meets fashion in kitchen and bath design

A man holds a baby at the kitchen sink. (Delta Faucet Company.)

We often find times when we look around our home and consider how we can update the look. There are several ways to do this, but how much better to do it in a way that also improves the functionality of your space?

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One major way to do this is by updating fixtures throughout your home.

Update faucets

Faucets are a necessary element that serve both practical and aesthetic purposes in your home. Updating them throughout your home, in the kitchen and bathroom, offers the opportunity to improve both the look and functionality of your space.

For example, modern touchless faucets have revolutionized the way we experience water control in our homes while offering a blend of style, cutting-edge technology and convenient hands-free operation, according to Delta Faucet Company.

Each person has their own style and taste, which means today’s manufacturers offer multiple options when it comes to any upgrades. Touchless faucets are available in many finishes that can seamlessly coordinate with other fixtures and decor in your home. Whether sleek chrome, sophisticated brushed nickel, warm bronze tones or matte black, there is an option to align with your vision. There’s a touchless faucet finish to match any style, be it modern minimalism, rustic charm or luxurious elegance.

The true magic of a touchless faucet lies in its sensor-activated technology. With a simple hand motion, the water flows, which can eliminate the need to touch handles or levers. Faucets for your home are different than what you might have come across in public restrooms. For example, instead of using infrared motion-activation, Delta faucets use capacitive sensing to sense people, not objects. The sensitivity of the technology can be adjusted, as well, for optimal performance in your kitchen.

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The hands-free operation is not only convenient but promotes cleanliness, as it reduces contact with potentially germ-ridden faucet handles. When cooking proteins or washing produce, touch-free activation helps you minimize the potential for cross-contamination.

Consider that you also won’t have to let the water run while you’re occupied with meal prep. These perks can go a long way in simplifying tasks and saving water.

Seamless coordination with other fixtures

One of the beautiful things about upgrading faucets is that they can also coordinate with other fixtures and accessories, which amounts to a cohesive look throughout your home.

Regardless of where you begin the upgrade, your faucets, handles, knobs, towel bars and even toilets can share a common design language and finish. This will allow you to craft a unified aesthetic that will elevate the entire space.

To learn more about how you can upgrade your home in a way that will elevate the aesthetic and functionality, click or tap here.