OUR TOP PICK
Kohler K-77515-2BZ Oil Rubbed Bronze Kitchen Faucet
EDITORS CHOICE
Delta Faucet Venetian Bronze Touch Faucet
BEST VALUE
Moen 7185EORB Two Sensor Oil Rubbed Kitchen Faucet
Some of the best kitchen faucets that are on the market are oil rubbed bronze kitchen faucets. They fit perfectly with a number of different styled kitchens such as rustic, contemporary, European and also Victorian. This gives a great range for what style your kitchen may be following and if an oil rubbed bronze faucet will look aesthetically pleasing within it.
The material is treated with chemicals so that it will maintain an aged dark color that has left many people pondering over it. It can be characterized as a chocolate color with a copper as its tint, at least that’s what most produced faucets will look like.
The chemicals used will also provide a protective coating against things like scratches, corrosion and any chipping that may occur over time to a faucet. This means that it truly is one of the most durable materials that actually exists.
Like anything, sometimes the oil rubbed bronze finish isn’t perfect and can just create a dirty looking old tap, luckily for you we’ve provided you with the best oil rubbed bronze kitchen faucets that are on the market today so you don’t have to worry about picking one that may have a poor finish.
So, now that you have chosen the perfect color, you need to choose the perfect finish and style. To help you choose the perfect option for your kitchen, we’ve put together the best black kitchen faucets available.
Tired of your old stainless steel silver and want that oil rubbed bronze faucet now? No problem, skip the list and check out our top pick for the absolute best oil rubbed bronze kitchen faucet.
OUR TOP PICK
Kohler K-77515-2BZ Oil Rubbed Bronze Kitchen Faucet
This particular oil rubbed bronze faucet will provide a Victorian style kitchen the perfect blend, it has a dark coloring like lots of oil rubbed faucets and it is perfect for use over a large sink.
It also offers 3 different water functions such as sweep spray, berrysoft spray and aerated spray, swee spray will create a wide flowing stream and will make cleaning much easier, berrysoft spray is a much lighter flow of water and aerated stream will just be a constant flow of water like most regular taps offer.
It also has a retractable hose which is a great feature but on some sinks over time this can start to droop or sag out of its intended position, this won’t be the case with this specific faucets retractable hose as it has a magnetic docking system which will hold in place. Though be aware, this sink is on the expensive side.
Pros
- Perfect for victorian styled kitchens
3 different water functions
Retractable hose and magnetic docking system.
Cons
- Is on the expensive side
EDITORS CHOICE
Delta Faucet Venetian Bronze Touch Faucet
This particular faucet has a lavish dark brown finish, this helps create a European aesthetic which could look perfect in your kitchen if it is styled that way. It is actually Venetian bronze which will provide a very similar look to oil rubbed bronze, this particular chemical will allow it to reflect light more so than a standard oil rubbed faucet would be able to.
It too has a magnetic docking system so where some retractable hoses can sag out of position you will not have that specific issue with this one, this ensures that the hose will stay in position over time and can be very handy when it comes to keeping your kitchen in check.
It also will turn off or on simply by touching the faucet, you just need to give it a light tap. This is quite a common feature for many modern taps, don’t worry though you can still adjust the temperature with the handle that is provided, though to ensure that it doesn’t leak make sure the handle is turned off quite tightly.
Pros
- Dark brown finish allows it to fit a European styled kitchen
- Has magnetic docking system so that the retractable hose will not sag out of position
- You can turn it off and on simply by giving the faucet a tap anywhere.
Cons
- When turning the tap off, make sure the handle is turned off tightly to avoid any possibilities of leaking.
BEST VALUE
Moen 7185EORB Two Sensor Oil Rubbed Kitchen Faucet
Everyone knows that when it comes time to install a new faucet it can be a very irritating process if you don’t know exactly what you are doing, many people struggle with DIY so you are not alone in that regard. Luckily this particular faucet will be very easy to install and will take you just around 10 minutes to do so.
It will also provide you with excellent water pressure which can make the whole activity of washing dishes or glasses a much quicker experience, if a faucet produces a low water pressure you can find it very difficult to remove some of the tougher stains that have plagued it.
The build quality of this specific faucet is of a very high quality making it a truly durable product that should last you a very long time. Though be sure to be aware that the faucet may drip a little bit directly after turning it off. This may happen with many faucets and isn’t specific.
Pros
- Easy to install product
- Great water pressure
- Very durable product that should last you a long time
Cons
- Will drip for a few seconds once it is turned off.
RUNNER UP
Kingston Brass KS1275PLBS Kitchen Faucet
This particular faucet is the only one on our lists that fits a more classic design of having both hot and cold handles. This makes it a perfect fit for a more classically designed kitchen, like a Victorian one or a European style. It also makes it an incredibly easy to use product.
It is both a durable and heft product so you know for a fact that it will last you a very long time and present very little issues in regards to breaking on you at an unwanted time. It is this way because of the high quality build of the product.
It also provides you with a side sprayer that will be used to get rid of some of the tougher bits of the dirt that the standard faucet is struggling with, this makes it quite a unique product also. Though the handle on the side sprayer is made from plastic so may not be as durable as the rest of the sink.
Pros
- Very durable product
- A more classic design style
- Very good side sprayer for the tough stains
Cons
- Has aplastic handle on the side sprayer.
Best Oil Rubbed Bronze Kitchen Faucets Buying Guide
Style
One of the main things that you will need to consider when determining which is the best oil rubbed bronze kitchen faucet is if it fits the style of your kitchen, earlier we listed a few of the styles of kitchen that it will go with, they were Victorian, European, rustic and contemporary.
The above listed faucets will fit perfectly in any of these styles of designs. The color that an oil rubbed bronze faucet creates is a dark brown. This helps make a more classical feel to the faucet itself.
Style is one of the most important aspects to consider when picking a new sink as you don’t want it to seem like it is out of place, if you have a kitchen that is styled in a way that is suitable for an oil rubbed faucet then they are the perfect choice for you.
However, if your kitchen follows a more modern style then the coloring that the oil rub creates may not be a perfect fit.
Magnetic Docking Station
This is important but only if you select a faucet that has a retractable hose. Over time they may start to sag out of position, causing them to look a little damaged. That issue will go away if they have used a magnetic docking station in the build process.
This will prevent the retractable hose from drooping out of position over time and keep the kitchen in a much tidier manner. It is only important to consider this if you have selected a faucet with a retractable hose though so it may not be the most important factor for you to consider if you don’t have a retractable hose.
Durability
Durability is an incredibly important factor to consider when purchasing any product and faucets are no different, if a faucet isn’t durable then over time it can start to rust, or just become damaged at a much quicker rate, by picking things up like scratches.
Or perhaps can even corrode. Do to the function of a faucet is to have water passing through if the correct materials haven’t been used then they will corrode which will mean that you may need to buy a new faucet, the oil rubbed bronze does however create an anti corrosive layer that will protect against this issue.
This is one of the most important factors to consider when it comes time to purchase a new faucet so be sure to properly research if the faucet is a very durable build. Luckily for you the above listed products are all incredibly durable and will last you a very long time without having any issues.
This will mean that you can be happy with your purchase as you know you will not need to be buying a new one any time soon.
Easy To Use
A faucet being easy to use is incredibly important. Whether that be by touch, two handles or just one singular handle you will want to make sure that it is in fact easy. Kitchen touch faucets are without a doubt the easiest to use as you simply need to just touch them for water to start pouring out of the faucet.
Two handle faucets often allow for more ease when controlling the velocity and temperature of the water and single handles do the same but work in a different way as there is just one of them, you may need to work out the right direction for hot and cold temperatures but that will be a case of just letting it run in one direction for a few seconds to see if it stays cold or perhaps gets a little hotter.
Retractable Hose
As mentioned earlier this is not a necessity but can often make the chore of washing dishes a much easier this is because it provides plenty of flexibility and you can further direct which angle the water comes out which will make washing the dishes all that easier, for that reason pull-out kitchen faucets are something that you should most definitely consider when determining which faucet you want, but like stated this isn’t a necessity.
Water Pressure
Water pressure is another important factor to consider when buying a new faucet, if a kitchen faucet has low water pressure then water will often not be powerful enough to allow you to feel like your plates are fully clean. Good water pressure will ensure that the water is able to blast the dirt off before you even consider giving the plates a scrub.
For that reason it is definitely something you should consider when making your final decision, luckily for you all of the above products all possess great water pressure so that won’t be an issue.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Durability really that important of a factor?
Durability is one of the most important factors to consider when you are buying any product, this is especially true when you are purchasing a new faucet. The reason for this is because due to the nature of a faucet and what it actually does if it is not durable it can often rust or corrode which can actually impact the water coming out of the faucet so yes it is a really important factor.
Why are retractable hoses so good?
They will often allow you to be more flexible when cleaning instead of just having to run the faucet over the plate. You can really direct the water to where you want it to go, this often makes for a much quicker time when washing dishes. Look for a magnetic docking station so the hose doesn’t sag.
What style do they fit the best?
The best style kitchen for an oil rubbed faucet is Victorian or European style kitchen as they blend well together.
