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You are rather annoyed because the water from your faucet is splashing in all directions. Now you are asking yourself: how do I go about this? Fret not: in this article, you will find out what you can do now.
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Whether your faucet is from Delta, Kohler, Moen, or any other brand – it’s not crucial which faucet you have, but which aerator (colloquially also called "mixing nozzle") fits. In this blog post you will learn how to find the right model for your faucet.
How can I find the right faucet aerator?
What do we mean by ‚right‘? When replacing an aerator, it is not necessarily a matter of determining the exact model. Instead, the following points are important:
- Size: Faucets have different threaded holes and there are › aerator models with a so-called "housing" (a metal ring at the end of the spout) and those which are › screwed in directly. Only aerators of the same size and type as your current one will fit in the faucet.
- Flow rate: Depending on where the faucet will be used (washbasin, guest toilet, kitchen, in-line washing in public areas, etc.) you will need more or less water flowing through. What is meant is the "flow rate", which is measured in liters per minute or gallons per minute. Faucet aerators offer very different flow rates to suit your needs.
- Extra features: There are › models with a different stream pattern (e.g. spray), › models where the stream direction can be adjusted (see video), › models with extra limescale protection and many more.
How do I replace my faucet aerator?
So, in order for you to find the right aerator for your faucet, proceed as follows:
Remove the current aerator: The first step is to remove your current aerator. › Here you can find instructions on how to do this. Then you have several options – just choose one.
- EasyMatch: With the › EasyMatch app from Neoperl, you can quickly and easily find the right aerator.
- Size chart for measurement: Measure the diameter of your aerator and compare it with our › size chart for printing.
- Specialized and online trade: Ask at the specialized trade store or search online for a suitable aerator for your faucet.
- Coin comparison: In the › Aerator.com store (for US), you can use a coin comparison to determine the size of your aerator.
Our conclusion
› Regularly cleaning or even replacing your faucet aerators is worthwhile to keep the water flow even and efficient. With the above tips and tools, it should be easy for you to find the right model, thus optimizing your water consumption and increasing user comfort at the same time.