Best Kitchen Faucets in Canada

Our mission is to provide educated recommendations to help Canadians find the very best products to use in their homes. We have evaluated products of all kinds, from appliances, mattresses, cameras, printers, and more. Our goal is always to provide honest, upfront information about the products we choose to help Canadians make the best choices for their lives, their homes, and their families – because that’s what really matters to us.

We evaluate every product we recommend in our test lab and then send them along to our dedicated team of testers for even further observation. Based on the combination of these evaluations, we trust that we’re recommending the very best of the best for Canadians. When putting together this list of the best kitchen faucets in Canada, we considered the following design features.

• Materials. The materials used in the manufacturing of a kitchen faucet are incredibly important. Kitchen faucets must be able to resist the wear and tear that daily contact with water can cause – and that means resisting rust and corrosion. For our list, we looked for kitchen faucets that were crafted from durable, high-quality materials that are known to be rust-resistant and able to withstand moisture contact without corroding.
• Size. Different-sized sinks require different-sized faucets. We included a variety of kitchen faucets of varying sizes, from the height of the faucet itself to the reach from front to back. That way, there’s a faucet on our list that will perfectly fit your sink and meet your needs.
• Functionality. Today’s kitchen faucets are designed to be super convenient. They feature an all-in-one design that includes an extendable sprayer built right into the faucet head. These sprayer heads are intended to make cleaning faster and easier. They include multiple spray settings that you can change simply by pushing a button on the sprayer head and are designed to automatically retract after use. The faucets we chose for our list include the very best features for easy and convenient use.
• Safety and Sanitation. Kitchen faucets must meet a range of requirements to ensure that their design not only protects the environment but protects your family as well. The faucets on our list were chosen because they do both. They are lead-free, rust-resistant, and meet all the requirements for safe use. They also meet environmental regulations that are designed to reduce water waste.

Why Upgrade Your Kitchen Faucet in Canada?

If you still use the standard kitchen faucet that came with your home, you might be missing out. It used to be simple to replace your faucet, and there were very few options for upgrades. Now, however, there are many more options in the Canadian market.

It’s easier to install and upgrade your faucet than ever before. With multiple installation methods, most faucets are universal. Additionally, most faucets are quick to install and don’t require any additional plumbing expertise.

Over the years, the features available for kitchen faucets have become more appealing. You can choose extendable sprayer options, different spray strengths and settings, and multiple accessibility features to make your time in the kitchen a little easier.

How to Choose a Kitchen Faucet for Canadians

Choosing the right kitchen faucet can feel overwhelming, especially if you’re not particularly handy around the house. Most of us don’t spend a lot of time under the kitchen sink, and when it comes time to replace fixtures in and around the kitchen, we feel at a bit of a loss.

That’s why we’ve considered installation as well as materials, aesthetics, and more for the best kitchen faucets in Canada. We’ve chosen our options with the average Canadian in mind, so there’s no need to worry about a lack of experience. If you keep the following features and options in mind, you’re sure to choose the best kitchen faucet for your home. 

Measure for Your Needs

or your kitchen faucet to work properly in the space available and for your particular kitchen sink, you will want to take some measurements first. Otherwise, you could be left with a faucet that doesn’t fit your sink or doesn’t fit your kitchen space. Here’s what you will want to measure before purchasing a kitchen faucet.

Measure the distance between the back wall and the deck where the faucet sits. This ensures there is enough space for the faucet to swivel around and for the handle to operate fully.

There will be pre-drilled holes in your countertop where your previous kitchen faucet was installed. Measure the distance between the holes (from the very center of each hole) and measure the diameter of the holes themselves.

Consider the depth of your sink and the height of the faucet. You will want to ensure that the faucet you choose is tall enough to provide ample space underneath so that you can fit large pots and pans beneath the water flow for cleaning. The space needed will depend on the depth of your sink. Also, ensure that if there are any cabinets or obstructions above the sink area, the faucet you choose will fit underneath.

Installation Type

Most kitchen faucets are deck mounted, meaning the faucet is installed on the top surface of the sink or countertop. These decks can either have one, two, or three pre-drilled holes. Kitchen faucets can require one, two, or three holes for installation, depending on their design. Make sure that the deck holes in your sink are equal to or greater than the number of holes needed for the kitchen faucet you choose.

Design Features

Kitchen faucets come in a wide variety of designs and configurations. Some, like the ones on our list, are intended to be functional and space-saving – and include the sprayer and faucet in a single fixture. Others have a side sprayer. Consider which design features are most important for you and choose a faucet that meets those needs.

Range of Motion

You want to choose a kitchen faucet that makes life easier. The best way to do that is to guarantee that cleaning and washing dishes are simpler and more convenient, and that’s what a wide range of motion provides. From super-long spray hoses to 360-degree swivelling faucets, there are many considerations that make a kitchen faucet more convenient for daily use.

It’s important that your new kitchen faucet fits appropriately in your sink and countertops. That means measuring to make sure faucets with a 360-degree swivel design have enough clearance to swivel all the way around so that they’re the most useful. For the sprayer head, make sure you choose a faucet that includes a sprayer hose that is long enough for your needs.

Colour and Finish

Of course, you will want to make sure your new kitchen faucet matches the décor of your kitchen space. The good news is that kitchen faucets come in a spectrum of colour choices and with a variety of different finishes. You can choose a shiny, stainless-steel finish for that sleek, metal look. Or you can go with a matte black finish for a more modern feel. The most common choices of finishes for kitchen faucets are stainless steel, copper, chrome, and brushed nickel. These materials are durable and can resist rust, corrosion, and scratches.

Accessibility

If you or anyone in your household needs a more accessible faucet, consider features that make the faucet easier to use. There are a host of features that can help your sink’s accessibility, including things like an extended reach on the hose. You may also want to look into a touch-on faucet, which can turn on or change spray settings with a single touch. You may also consider faucets that include multiple spray settings, as it may be easier to work with lower spray settings. 

These are just some examples that may be helpful for those who need more accessibility at the sink. Consider who will be using your kitchen faucet and how you can help make their lives a little easier.