traditional double handle bathroom faucets

10 Easy Pieces: Traditional Bath Faucets

February 13th, 2008

From Janet:

Here’s to tradition. These double-handled faucets are the logical accompaniment to the classic pedestal sink we featured in last week’s 10 Easy Pieces: Pedestal Sinks .

Below: Dornbracht Madison widespread three-hole mixer; $898 list price for polished chrome; find a retailer at homeportfolio.com.

Below: Rohl U3708 14.5-inch high deck-mounted bridge mixer; available in chrome, nickel, brass, or bronze; $933 at qualitybath.com.

Below: Grohe Somerset faucet ($342) and handles ($87) in chrome (also available in nickel and oiled bronze); go to irawoodinc.com.

Below: Samuel Heath V214 low basin filler in chrome (also available in nickel); $743 at homedecorhardware.com.

Below: Waterworks Julia lavatory faucet with metal lever; $1,085 in chrome (also available in nickel); go to waterworks.com.

Below: Kohler pinstripe 8-inch widespread chrome (other finishes available) faucet; $441 at faucet.com.

Below: Steamvalve Original 4.5-inch spout wideset lavatory faucet with cross handles (#2132) or lever handles (#2133); available in chrome (retail $670) or polished nickel. Go to tapsandmore.com; call (940) 365-4104 to locate a retailer near you.

Below: Rohl Perrin & Rowe collection 8-inch low level classic spout widespread faucet in chrome (other options include bronze and nickel); $607 at homeclick.com.

Below: For the purist, the Kohler antique pillar tap K-153-3, 8-inch spread, polished chrome, 3.5-inch spouts; $466 at absolutehome.com.

Below: Lefroy Brooks Mackintosh ML1228 mixer in polished chrome or nickel finish; $745 at homeannex.com.

The Value Choice
Below: Simple and hard working, the Chicago widespread lavatory faucet; $168.54 (also available with lever faucets); chicagofaucetshoppe.com