When you decide to replace your kitchen faucet, you may be tempted to base your purchase on style and designs. While design is important, it’s used so much that you also need to consider its function. For this reason, a single-lever faucet may be ideal for you.

The main benefit of a single-lever kitchen faucet is ease of use. The single handle is operated with a lever that is easily pushed up to turn the faucet on and pushed down to turn it off. The water temperature is adjusted by moving the lever to the left to heat it up or to the right to cool it down. Single-handle faucets are exceptionally easy for seniors who may have trouble turning knobs, and for children.

You can also save time. With a double handle, if you have something on your hands that needs to be washed, such as raw meat juices, you have two options. You can wait for someone to open the tap for you. Or you can light it yourself, which will contaminate the handle and require time to clean it later. With just one handle, you can turn the faucet on with your arm or elbow.

A single handle faucet can be a beautiful and functional addition to your kitchen. Whether you’re remodeling your entire kitchen or just replacing the faucet, don’t discount this versatility by having a faucet with one handle when making your decision. Choose the design that best suits your needs.