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Why are all durable faucets for commercial restrooms polished chrome? It's a beautiful, durable finish that is easy to clean and maintain. Yet, there are a variety of finishes that offer those same benefits.
Can people enjoy the benefits of durable finishes with the luxurious look of oil-rubbed bronze or matte black? Absolutely!
Commercial-grade faucets dominate the market share, with more than 67% of faucet installations as commercial applications. However, residential fixtures are usually the most beautiful.
Some manufacturers are leveling the playing field by designing long-lasting and stylish commercial faucets. Here's what you need to know.
Key Takeaways:
- "Industrial-grade" does mean faucets are durable enough for high-traffic buildings, but it does not mean they must look industrial.
- Ensure fixtures are durable and eco-conscious by purchasing faucets from manufacturers with sustainable manufacturing processes. When fixtures are eco-friendly, their strength and beauty go beyond the surface.
- Black matte finishes are trending in commercial and residential installations. Pair style with technology to get a faucet that is not only durable but modern, eco-friendly, and beautiful.
- Opt for low-lead brass construction to ensure that the fixture is not only durable but also safe for every user.
- Sensors offer users a touch-free experience that mitigates public health risks. Install touchless faucets and other hands-free fittings to improve the user experience and ambiance of the space.
How to Know if Your Faucet is Durable Enough for Commercial Spaces
Just because a manufacturer boasts that their plumbing fixtures are "industrial-grade" does mean they are durable enough for high-traffic buildings. Commercial buildings require faucets and fittings made from solid brass forged to be long-lasting fixtures and withstand continual use.
Not only must a facility's faucets and fixtures be durable, they must also meet specific codes and regulations for commercial use, and they must be ADA compliant.
How do you know what to look for when searching for durable faucets? More importantly, does "industrial-grade" have to look so... industrial? Here's how to pair beauty and durability when shopping for durable faucets.
5 Ways Commercial Faucet Manufacturers Pair Strength with Beauty
Commercial property renovations and design projects are on the rise. Experts agree that the commercial property design and remodeling projects market size will reach $37.6 billion by the end of 2022.
The focus in recent years has been designing healthy buildings that are good for the environment, those who use the facility, and the surrounding community.
The goal is to develop buildings that meet these standards along with remaining aesthetically pleasing. Commercial restrooms are an excellent example of ways to pair beauty and strength with design and construction.
Durable faucets for public restrooms don't have to be ugly. Get the style you want in the high-quality fixtures you need for high-traffic facilities.
1. Sustainable Manufacturing
Sustainable manufacturing processes ensure that fixtures are durable and eco-conscious. You don't have to replace durable plumbing products as often, making them more environmentally friendly. When faucets are better for the environment, their strength and beauty are beyond surface deep.
2. Matte Black Finishes
Matte black fixtures are part of the design trend that is increasingly popular this year. This finish pairs exceptionally well with neutral interiors by adding a pop of starkness other finishes don't.
Manufacturers are getting on board with this design trend in a hurry. All the big names have begun rolling out faucets and fittings with the option for a black matte finish.
Chicago Faucets launched their new E-Tronic 80 model with a matte black finish. When durability meets strength, you get the highest-quality faucets that offer designers and architects like you the style and functionality for any high-traffic space.
The E-Tronic 80 series offers durability for high-traffic restrooms. They also offer you the technology that gives you the power to control flow rate, metering options, and temperature. The video below will show you some of the advanced features of this model faucet.
3. Low-Lead Brass Construction
Brass is one of the most long-lasting metals manufacturers use to make plumbing products. However, brass contains lead and is what makes these fixtures durable.
Low-lead brass construction offers all the strength needed while keeping the public safe. Make sure to get faucets from a manufacturer who makes their fixtures with low-lead brass.
4. Programmable Features
Sometimes strength comes in the form of technological advancement. With the fully programmable touchless faucets available, operators control the various operating modes to fit any environment.
If the facility manager's priority is water conservation, they can set the flow rate. If the building manager wants to reduce operation costs, they can program the temperature controls to lower energy waste.
These faucets are also aesthetically pleasing because they are easier to keep clean, and no bulky hands get in the way of the function and the look of the restroom. Modern, sleek, stylish, and high-tech, what more can you ask for in a durable restroom faucet?
5. Motion Sensor Technology
Nothing looks more sleek, stylish, and futuristic than touchless faucets (especially in a matte black finish). Not only are they durable, but they also help mitigate risks associated with encountering contaminated surfaces.
High-tech meets fashion with a motion sensor faucet. Furthermore, these faucets come with programmable models that give operators and building managers full control over several features.
If you or your clients are concerned with public health and safety, consider installing motion sensor actuators in other fixtures around the restroom. It can reduce cross-contamination and the transmission of viruses. Consider fittings such as:
- Hands-free flush plates
- Sensor towel vender
- Touchless soap dispenser
- Automatic hand dryer
Chicago Faucet’s New E-Tronic 80 Model is Beautiful and Long-Lasting
Chicago Faucet’s touchless faucets are ideal when designing a public restroom. We manufacture them with solid brass with several vandal-resistant models that come with a manufacturer’s warranty.
That way, you know you can rely on the faucets you install to work for years to come, even in high-traffic environments. And our new black matte finish with our E-Tronic 80 series means you get high-quality plumbing products that are stylish and durable.
Whether you are working on a renovation or a new design project, consider Chicago Faucets for your durable fixtures that are beautiful and long-lasting. Contact us to learn more.
