Flexible Kitchen Faucets

Q. "Okay, so the spout is flexible, but does it keep its position once I let go?"
A. Yes, the flexible spout will keep its position wherever you set it. This is a great innovation for cleaning delicate crockery, filling tall vases or pots, or any other task requiring both hands at the sink. It's rather like having the benefits of a gooseneck faucet and the flexibility of a pull-out spray all in one!

Q. "What is CA AB 1953 and VT S.152 and how is this different from previous low-lead legislation?"
A. The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulates the amount of lead in drinking water under guidelines established in the Federal Safe Drinking Water Act (passed in 1974; amended in 1988 and 1996). This Act defines "lead-free" as not more than 8% lead in pipes and fixture fittings. PLEASE NOTE: Use of the term "lead-free" varies between the new legislation in CA (AB 1953) and VT (S.152), and in the current Federal Safe Drinking Water Act requirements. In the new legislation for CA and VT only, starting in 2010, it will mean 0.25% or less (weighted average).

Q. "I noticed that these faucets are constructed from lead free brass, but how does lead content in brass faucets affect me?"
A. That is correct, these faucets are lead free, so no need to worry. Water is a solvent, probably the best known solvent on earth. As such, water will absorb metals, minerals, and chemicals that it comes in contact with over a period of time. A faucet that has brass waterways can be susceptible to this process. Water sitting in your faucet can leach the lead out of the brass and enter your water system.