Hello people!!
To me, a faucet is pretty much the centerpiece of any kitchen. So, I wanted to find the best one that would stand out, without looking too "old timey". I'm excessively picky, and I wanted a quality product above all. I looked at all sorts for about 3 months, and believe me, this one is the best. I bet I looked at 75 or 80 different faucets before choosing this one. As far as construction goes, it's built like a tank, and stands tall and proud! I can only describe it as an "elegant monster".
The best part about the Delta is its the only one with a magnet to hold the sprayer in. Anyone who had one without would know that over time the sprayer gets dangly and looks hideous. Mounting options are quite simple. Both the faucet and handle take the same size hole, so you can arrange it however you want for you lefties out there.
I read another review on this that complained of water collection around the bottom. I didn't even chance using the gaskets the faucet came with, and got some better rubber gaskets prior to mounting. I haven't had one single drop of water come from somewhere it's not supposed to. I also had the luxury of mounting it on a new sink before it was installed, so that may have contributed to the faucet being nice and tight. I have found through experience, when there is water coming from the gasket area, it's most often because the faucet is not mounted as tight as it should be.
I looked at Moen and other big names, but they all were made largely of plastic and felt extremely cheap. I don't trust plastic, and I'm certainly not going to pay 300 bucks for 10 bucks worth of plastic. The only other brand that I really considered was Danze. Danze products are all metal and bulletproof, but they are BIG bucks. I did consider the Delta Pilar Touch2O model, but I got to thinking... I learned back in kindergarten that electric and water don't mix... and I didn't want any trouble, so I took a pass on that. Also a nice looking faucet though..
Overall, I am highly impressed with the quality and thoughtful detail of Delta products. You can tell that they're not cheezing out like other companies. Ya know, sacrificing quality of the product so the CEO can afford his yacht payment... Yea, Delta is TOP QUALITY and I feel confident in outfitting my entire home with their products!
UPDATE 2/2016! This faucet is still working perfectly! The color coating is holding up nicely, and with a good wipe-down, she still looks brand new! I have found only one gripe: The little hot/cold color insert that goes in the screw hole of the handle fell out at some point, and was no doubt devoured by my disposal. I haven't bothered to get a new one, mainly because it's not noticeable and not worth the trouble. If I had to do it over again, I'd have squirted a dot of blue Loctite in there to hold it better. Other than that, I've had ZERO problems and the faucet continues to perform admirably every day! .
| Brand | DELTA FAUCET |
|---|---|
| Recommended Uses For Product | Kitchen |
| Mounting Type | Deck Mount |
| Finish Type | Oil Rubbed |
| Material | Zinc |
| Color | Venetian Bronze |
| Number of Handles | 1 |
| Included Components | Faucet |
| Hole Count | 2 |
| Special Feature | Pull Down Sprayer |
| Handle Type | Lever |
| Style | Pull Down Faucet |
| Installation Type | Deck Mounted |
| Maximum Flow Rate | 1.8 Gallons Per Minute |
| Valve Type | DIAMOND Seal Valve |
| Model Name | Leland® |
| Spout Height | 14.25 Inches |
| Spout Reach | 9.19 Inches |
| Item Weight | 16 ounces |
| Handle Location | Wide-Spread |
| Manufacturer | Delta Faucet |
| Part Number | 978-RB-DST |
| Item Weight | 1 pounds |
| Product Dimensions | 10.41 x 10.5 x 14.25 inches |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| Item model number | 978-RB-DST |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Size | 1.8 GPM Water Flow |
| Finish | Oil Rubbed |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Head Style | Standard |
| Special Features | Pull Down Sprayer |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Warranty Description | Other |
