Best Kraus Faucet Reviewed

Kraus Faucet Comparison Table

*Lifetime limited (build and finish); 5 years (cartridge), one year (spray head)
*Warranty for build and finish is only one year for commercial, industrial, or business use.

Why Choose Kraus?

Faucet Buyers Guide

Style & Finish

Kraus offers finishes and styles for almost every situation. In all, it offers chrome, matte black, oil-brushed bronze, satin nickel, and stainless steel finishes on its sinks. You can get some models with the spot-free option-- All-Brite™ spot-free finish that resists water spots and fingerprints.

The shapes and builds of these faucets are relatively contemporary—they range from transitional (classic in aesthetic but modern build) to modern.

Size

Operation

Flow Rate

Most Kraus faucets have a maximum flow rate of 1.8 GPM (gallons per minute). They create a well-directed, forceful stream that is still low-flow. This qualifies most of them for WaterSense certification, which means they conserve water relative to standard faucets.

Some are as low as 1.2 GPM, and some are as high as 2.2 GPM, but all have a well-directed, but relatively low-flow, water stream.

Durability

All Kraus faucets are lead-free. All are made of solid brass with corrosion/rust-resistant finishes. Some have coatings that make them resistant even to fingerprints and watermarks.

Many Kraus pull-down faucets have spray heads made of plastic, which makes them both light and exceptionally resistant to rust. The rubber aerators in the Kraus spray heads are durable and easily cleaned after hard water build-up.

Mounting Style/Installation

Number of Holes Required

Most Kraus faucets only require 1-hole; however, many counters already have openings for the traditional 3-hole system. This is not a problem: some Kraus models come with a deck plate (aka escutcheon plate) that covers these unneeded holes.

If a model does not come with an escutcheon plate, you can almost always purchase one separately.

Warranty

Kraus offers a limited lifetime warranty on the build and finish of their faucets. Kraus warranties the cartridge for five years and the spray head for one year. All of these are limited warranties, meaning they do not cover abusive use or losses related to faucet malfunction.

That said, Kraus has beneficial customer service, and they will send you a whole new unit, free of charge if they really cannot fix your problem.

Special Features of Kraus Faucets

1. Kraus KPF-1610SS Bolden™ 

The Kraus Bolden faucet is arguably the best Kraus commercial pre-rinse kitchen faucet. It has the open-coil, high-arc design of a commercial faucet with a reasonable 18-inch height that works in most residential kitchens.

A rocker switch on the spray head allows you to switch between stream and spray (pre-rinse). The spray head has a swivel adapter so that you can bend in whatever direction suits you, and the spout can rotate a full 180⁰.

Furthermore, the spray hose extends a maximum of 20 inches from the spout end. You can direct water anywhere in and around your sink.

While one of the most expensive Kraus faucets, this one is still relatively inexpensive. It has a great build and is easy to install.

2. Kraus KPF-1680SFS Sellette™ 

The Sellette™ is similar in dimensions and functionality to the Bolden™ above; the main difference is that it does not have the commercial, open-coil design. Instead, the Sellette™ is modern and minimalist, yet relatively classic, in design—with simple edging on the spray head handle, and faucet base.

This Kraus pull-down kitchen faucet can be swiveled a full 360⁰, which means that you can install it so that the handle is on the left—potentially more comfortable for left-handed people.

Many users enjoy the uniquely high handle clearance—the handle lever is elevated about 4.5 inches from the base; this makes reaching from the spray head to the handle easier during complicated rinsing/washing maneuvers. The hose does not extend quite as far as it does on the Bolden™, but users do not seem to be bothered by this. 

3. Kraus KPF-2252SFS Oren™ 

The KPF-2252 Oren™ Kraus pull-out kitchen faucet gives a transitional style that is modern but not over-the-top. This one has a sleek, smoothly curving shape. This faucet has the characteristic lower height of a pull-out, but its spout and body are thick and durable.

Some users find that having the control lever in the center is more intuitive than having a small lever off to the side—like most commercial, pull-down, and bar faucets do. Ultimately, you get the same functions as if you had a pull-down faucet—just a different shape.

This particular model has a 360⁰ spout swivel and swivel adapter on the pull-out spray head—all of which makes it easy to direct water anywhere in and around the sink. The spray head is also dual function, so you can use a rocker switch on the spray head to switch between spray and stream. 

4. KRAUS Oletto™ 

This Kraus bar faucet is a member of Kraus’s special easy-DIY-installation Oletto™ line. To see other Oletto faucet reviews, see the Oletto™ KPF-2610 (a pull-out kitchen faucet) and the Oletto™ KPF-2620 (a pull-down kitchen faucet).

What makes a Kraus Oletto faucet so easy to install is the QuickDock® drop-in base—this design feature means that very little under-the-counter work is needed. If easy-DIY is not that important to you, also consider the Kraus Sellette™ Kitchen Bar Faucet (KPF-1681), which is quite similar to this one.

The spout of this faucet has a 360⁰ swivel, which means you can install it with the handle lever on the left—helpful for left-handed users. 

While this faucet has a high-arc, gooseneck shape—it is miniature, and its aesthetic is smooth and straightforward. It is the perfect little bar faucet.

5. Kraus KGW-1700CH-CL 

This Kraus waterfall faucet is perfect if you are looking for something to give your bathroom a modern novelty look that is also undeniably beautiful. The tempered clear glass disk shapes the flow of water in a way that promotes a mindful appreciation of its relaxing flow. You can get these disks in a variety of colors, some of which are multicolor.

Despite the unusual design of this faucet, it works with standard plumbing and is no more expensive or complicated to install than any other faucet on this list. It is ideally used with a vessel sink, especially one of a color matching the faucet's disk glass.

6. Kraus C-GV-680-19mm-10ORB 

The easiest way to get the full benefit of a waterfall faucet is to go ahead and get a vessel sink combo like this one—the Kraus mercury glass vessel sink and waterfall faucet.

The beauty of water flowing off the disk down into a matching glass bowl (the vessel sink) is both stunning and satisfying. Despite the gorgeous modern look, this combo is relatively easy to install—minimal below-the-counter work is needed.

It comes with the Kraus PU-10 Pop-Up Drain and Mounting Ring (MR-1) a drain system that fits this vessel sink. Note that this drain system does not allow you to close off the drain to let water accumulate in the vessel sink.

7. Kraus FVS-1007CH Ramus™ 

If of all the Kraus vessel sink faucets, you want something basic that will work with any vessel sink—a Kraus Ramus faucet is the one. It has a sharp, simple, minimalist look that is modern but not showy. This is a perfect choice, if you feel that a mercury glass waterfall faucet (like the ones listed above) is too much.

While you could use this faucet with almost any sink, most users especially like pairing it with rectangular ceramic vessel sinks.

8. Kraus FUS-13102BN Cirrus™ 

While most faucets on this list are 1-hole installation, this one is a 4-inch centerset, meaning the hot and cold levers are 4 inches apart (and installation requires a total of 3 holes). This Kraus centerset bathroom faucet is ideally paired with a traditional under-mount sink.

The Cirrus™ has a smooth shape—with curled-over handles and a contoured base; somehow, it still manages to be the least expensive fixture on this list.

Users enjoy that it comes with a pull-out drain that includes a lift-rod overflow function (so you can fill the sink); however, be aware of the fact that the rod extends a bit behind the main fixture.

Installation of Kraus Faucets

In general, Kraus provides helpful instructions, which come as a document with purchase, but you can also find installation instructions for different models on the Kraus website, too.

Note that the warranty only applies if a licensed professional installs the unit, and so, if you are not confident, this is a great reason to seek out a qualified plumber. Plumbers generally have a favorable opinion of Kraus faucets. Installation is simple, and so the overall installation cost should be relatively low.

Kraus Faucet Maintenance

In general, a regular wipe off with a soft cloth is sufficient to keep the surface clean; you can also rub deposits off the nozzle with your finger periodically. If you feel that the faucet needs something more, be sure to avoid using abrasive, acidic, or polishing chemicals on any part. Also, do not use abrasive, rough material to clean Kraus faucet or sink surfaces.

If the aerator seems clogged, you can remove it, using the aerator key that comes with the purchase, and soak it in CLR cleaner to remove water deposits. For other cleaning purposes, Kraus recommends the Bio-Clean line.

Common Faucet Issues & Problems

The most common issue is leaking from some part of the faucet. This is usually because of faulty installation, not a product flaw. Look at the instructions for advice and/or call customer service. You might need to unscrew some parts to find the exact part that needs to be tightened.

If the faucet gets to a point where you cannot turn it off, the cartridge is likely too old or out of place. To change or adjust the cartridge, try the three steps in the installation instructions. If this does not work or you do not feel confident, call customer service.

If you feel that the flow is diminishing over time, this is probably due to deposits building up in the aerator—you could use CLR to clean it, but often just removing the spray head and flushing it with water is sufficient.

People also Ask (FAQs)

How do I contact Kraus for assistance?

How do I make a warranty claim for my Kraus faucet?

What are the proper flushing procedures for a new faucet?

All you have to do is run the completely installed faucet for about 1 minute.

What is the price range of these models on our list?

The prices range from under $50 to up around the $300. However, the most expensive option is a sink-and-faucet combo. 

Where is a good place to buy new Kraus faucets and older parts?

Amazon is probably the best place to get Kraus faucets and Kraus faucet parts. If you want a model or a piece that Kraus has discontinued, you can still potentially find it on Amazon. Amazon is also more likely to offer discounted prices.

Conclusion

You could have a mini commercial faucet in your kitchen—the Kraus Bolden. If you are not a member of the one percent, but you want stylish, functional faucets for your home, Kraus is one of the first brands you should consider. 

If you love the independence and the savings of DIY installation, this is another reason to look at Kraus.

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