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Kitchen Faucets: Compare
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Date Reviewed
October 2012
October 2012
Pros
great warranty; meets CA/VT low lead requirements; reasonably priced; versatile design available in 5 finishes; easy to install; excellent functionality; high arching spout can rotate 360°; handle can be installed on the right or left
Affordable; great warranty; versatile design; Forté® is large collection of kitchen and bath products; easy to install; convenient pullout spout; swivel spout and arch are both helpful when filling or cleaning large pots
Cons
A few complaints about the design of the sprayhead's swivel joint
Some complaints about the faucets leaking; a few complaints about touch pad buttons not working well and occasionally breaking; not ADA-compliant; doesn't meet CA/VT low lead requirements
Price (MSRP)
$307 - $417
$264 - $345
Warranty
Limited Lifetime
Limited Lifetime
Collection Description
Part of collection with 4 different models
Part of collection with 8 different models
Installation Type
Deckplate or Non-Deckplate
Deckplate or Non-Deckplate
Style
Transitional
Transitional
Faucet Hole Options
1 or 3
1 or 3
Spout Reach
7.9"
10.1"
Spout Height
8.3"
8.7"
Overall Height
15.5"
11.8"
Escutcheon Plate
Optional - 10.3" long
Optional - 8" long
Degree of Spout Rotation
360°
180°
Maximum Flow Rate
1.5 gpm
2.2 gpm
Adjustable Flow Rate Kit Available?
No
Yes - 1.5 gpm or 1.8 gpm
Handle
One attached lever handle (right- or left-hand side mount)
One attached lever handle (top mount)
Valves
1255™ Duralast™ cartridges (a proprietary ceramic disc design)
Ceramic Disc
Finishes
Matte Black, Chrome, Classic Stainless, Oil Rubbed Bronze and Spot Resist™ Stainless
Polished Chrome, Brushed Chrome, Vibrant Brushed Nickel, Vibrant Stainless and Vibrant Brushed Bronze
Spout Type
Pull-down sprayhead with a 68" flexible hose uses Reflex™ technology that is "40% easier to unlatch and extend"
Pull-down sprayhead with ProMotion™ technoloy and a MasterClean™ sprayface is easy to use and clean
Operating Modes
Pause, spray or aerated flow options
Pause, spray or aerated flow options
Temperature Memory
Yes
Yes
High Temperature Limit Setting
No
Yes
Built-In Water Filter
No
No
Optional Accessories
Soap/lotion dispensers available in a 2 different sizes (depending on your finish)
Soap/lotion dispenser, deep roughing-in kit and 2 low flow kits.
ADA-Compliant
Yes
No
Codes/Standards Applicable
3rd party certified to IAPMO Green, ASME A112.18.1/CSA B125.1 and all applicable requirements referenced therein including NSF 61/9; meets CalGreen and Georgia SB370 requirements; complies with California Proposition 65 and with the Federal Safe Drinking Water Act; backflow protection system
ASNE A112 18.1/CSA B125.1; NSF 61; Energy Policy Act of 1991; All applicable US Federal and State material regulations
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