Because of the price, I was worried that the quality would't be there. We went ahead with it, because we're hoping to renovate the kitchen eventually ... if we love the faucet, we'll keep it. If not, it will tide us over. Happily, it has been impressive so far. I'll update if anything changes.
The design is thoughtful; the build quality is solid; the temperature cartridge seems as good as any; the finish is perfect. And, unlike some faucets, it was designed to be very easy to install. The mounting nut is solid brass, and has a couple of screws that let you do the final tightening with a screwdriver—something you can easily fit into the tight space between the underside of the sink and the wall. The hoses and connectors seem like good quality. I like to spend as little time as possible crawling around under a sink, and Kraus has made my life easier than they might have.
The hose extension works smoothly. The spray button is designed to reset on its own to regular flow. A nice touch.
My only complaint is that the spray head itself is made out of plastic, not the confidence-inspiring plated brass of the rest of the faucet. But it's good quality plastic (ABS) that probably won't break. And Kraus seems to be a real company with customer service and parts availability, so if something breaks you should be ok.
Finally, it looks great. Like a classy version of the sprayer you'd use to powerwash a mountain of pans in the dungeon a of restaurant. I realize this is not everyone's esthetic, but it works for me.
| Brand | Kraus |
|---|---|
| Recommended Uses For Product | Kitchen |
| Mounting Type | Deck Mount |
| Finish Type | Stainless Steel |
| Material | Brass |
| Color | Stainless Steel |
| Number of Handles | 1 |
| Included Components | Mounting Hardware, Faucet, Water Supply Lines |
| Hole Count | 1 |
| Special Feature | Pull Down Sprayer, Dual Function, Lead Free |
| Handle Type | Lever |
| Style | Faucet |
| Installation Type | Single Hole |
| Maximum Flow Rate | 1.8 Gallons Per Minute |
| Valve Type | cartridge_valve, compression_valve |
| Model Name | Bolden |
| Number of Pieces | 1 |
| Handle Material | Stainless Steel |
| Spout Height | 6.38 Inches |
| Spout Reach | 8.75 Inches |
| Item Weight | 6.4 Pounds |
| Warranty Type | limited |
| Handle Location | Right |
| Hose Length | 20 Inches |
| Manufacturer | Kraus |
| Part Number | KPF-1610SS |
| Item Weight | 6.39 pounds |
| Product Dimensions | 10.75 x 4.5 x 18 inches |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| Item model number | KPF-1610SS |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Size | 18 Inch |
| Finish | Stainless Steel |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Water Consumption | 1.8 Gallons per Minute |
| Special Features | Pull Down Sprayer, Dual Function, Lead Free |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Warranty Description | Lifetime Warranty |
