Faucet

Bathroom Faucet Configurations

The configuration of a bathroom faucet is determined by the style of sink used, because both must be compatible with each other. The most popular bathroom faucet configurations are 4″ center set (4cc) and 8″ center set (8cc). Other styles are 1-hole and/or 12-16″ widespread configurations. Wall-mount or deck-mount vessel fillers are used on vessel style bathroom sinks. They are available in two handle and single lever designs, and have various spout lengths to accommodate different bowl sizes.

Single Hole Faucet
This style of faucet is generally used on smaller bathroom sinks. They are available in two handle and single lever designs and some have an optional deckplate for 4″center set applications.

4 Inch Centerset Faucet
This style of faucet is usually used on smaller sinks and the spout and handles are attached to the base. Styles include two handle and single lever designs. They are also available in “mini-spread” designs.

4 Inch Minispread Faucet
This style of faucet is usually used on smaller sinks. The hot handle, spout and cold handle are 3 separate pieces giving the look and feel of a larger widespread model. These minispread faucets are only available in two handle designs.
8” Widespread Faucet & Sink

8 Inch Widespread Faucet
This style of faucet is usually used on larger sinks and most styles stretch up to 16″ center set. The hot handle, spout and cold handle are 3 separate pieces and are only available in two handle designs. They can also be used for deck-mount vessel style sinks. Please check the spout height and spout reach to determine proper use.

Vessel Filler Faucet
Vessel fillers or wall-mount faucets are usually used with vessel style sinks. They are available in two handle and single lever designs, and have various spout lengths to accommodate different bowl sizes.

Bathroom sink faucets are available in various styles; high arc, single handles and two handle styles – many with interchangeable handles and many more options and finishes. Each have their own purpose and appealing qualities.

Many faucet models also come available with anti-scald protection for children and are ADA (American Disabilities Act) compliant.

About the Author

Visit Faucet.com for a wide variety of quality bath sinks and bath faucets. Since 1994, we have helped over one million customers with their kitchen and bathroom projects. Let us help make your project a success.

How to Install a Kitchen Faucet

eBay Logo  

New Single Handle Bathroom Vessel Sink Faucet ~Rubbed Bronze Finish~


New Single Handle Bathroom Vessel Sink Faucet ~Rubbed Bronze Finish~


$87.99


Delta 1-Handle Shower Faucet Trim Kit with 1 Function Showerhead Brand New


Delta 1-Handle Shower Faucet Trim Kit with 1 Function Showerhead Brand New


$48.00


New Square Frosted Bath Tempered Glass Vessel Sink & Matching Waterfall Faucet


New Square Frosted Bath Tempered Glass Vessel Sink & Matching Waterfall Faucet


$149.99


Modern Waterfall Roman Bath Tub Faucet Mixer Tap Chrome


Modern Waterfall Roman Bath Tub Faucet Mixer Tap Chrome


$129.00





“PRICE PFISTER” BRASS CENTERSET LAV FAUCET (48-B0XP)


$125.00


Bathroom Chrome Finish 1/4 Operation Single Handle Water Tap Faucet


Bathroom Chrome Finish 1/4 Operation Single Handle Water Tap Faucet


$9.64


Faucet,Deck-Mounted 4


Faucet,Deck-Mounted 4″O.C,6″ Extended “D” Spout New


$48.95


BRONZE WATERFALL ROMAN BATH TUB SINK FAUCET WITH SMALL HANDLE SHOWER FAUCET


BRONZE WATERFALL ROMAN BATH TUB SINK FAUCET WITH SMALL HANDLE SHOWER FAUCET


$133.00


**NEW** Delta In2ition Single Handle Tub and Shower Faucet Stainless 144938-SS-I


**NEW** Delta In2ition Single Handle Tub and Shower Faucet Stainless 144938-SS-I


$169.99


New Unique Design Bar / Kitchen Sink Pull-out Spray Faucet - Chrome


New Unique Design Bar / Kitchen Sink Pull-out Spray Faucet – Chrome


$139.95


American Standard 4040 Faucet Two-Handle Chrome


American Standard 4040 Faucet Two-Handle Chrome


$289.33


2 Sets Magnetic Water Treatment for sinks and faucets


2 Sets Magnetic Water Treatment for sinks and faucets


$20.00


Kingston Brass KB1753AL Vintage Brass Double Handle 8


Kingston Brass KB1753AL Vintage Brass Double Handle 8″ Centerset Kitchen Faucet


$162.47


Kingston Brass KB1753AX Vintage Brass Double Handle 8


Kingston Brass KB1753AX Vintage Brass Double Handle 8″ Centerset Kitchen Faucet


$168.97


Kingston Brass KB1753PX Vintage Brass Double Handle 8


Kingston Brass KB1753PX Vintage Brass Double Handle 8″ Centerset Kitchen Faucet


$168.97


Kingston Brass KB1113BL Vintage Brass Double Handle 8


Kingston Brass KB1113BL Vintage Brass Double Handle 8″ Centerset Kitchen Faucet


$129.97


Kingston Brass ABT500-1 Polished Chrome Replacement Faucet Body with Diverter to


Kingston Brass ABT500-1 Polished Chrome Replacement Faucet Body with Diverter to


$499.95


Moen T2132ORB Eva Faucet Shower Trim Only Bronze


Moen T2132ORB Eva Faucet Shower Trim Only Bronze


$96.49


Kingston Brass KS4121BL Polished Chrome Double Handle Wall Mounted Vessel Faucet


Kingston Brass KS4121BL Polished Chrome Double Handle Wall Mounted Vessel Faucet


$227.47


Kingston Brass KS5561BL Polished Chrome Double Handle Widespread Bathroom Faucet


Kingston Brass KS5561BL Polished Chrome Double Handle Widespread Bathroom Faucet


$188.47


Clear Tray Waterfall Faucet for Bathroom Vessel Sink & Drain Oil Rubbed Bronze


Clear Tray Waterfall Faucet for Bathroom Vessel Sink & Drain Oil Rubbed Bronze


$72.99


Oil Rubbed Bronze Kitchen Faucet 2 Handle *NON-METALLIC* FREE SHIPPING NIB


Oil Rubbed Bronze Kitchen Faucet 2 Handle *NON-METALLIC* FREE SHIPPING NIB


$47.00


BRONZE WATERFALL ROMAN BATH TUB SINK FAUCET WITH SMALL HANDLE SHOWER FAUCET


BRONZE WATERFALL ROMAN BATH TUB SINK FAUCET WITH SMALL HANDLE SHOWER FAUCET


$125.00


Bathroom Shower Head 3 Colour Auto Changing LED Light Temperature Control Faucet


Bathroom Shower Head 3 Colour Auto Changing LED Light Temperature Control Faucet


$17.99


BRONZE WATERFALL ROMAN BATH SINK FAUCET BATHROOM BASIN FAUCET TAP MIXER CHROME


BRONZE WATERFALL ROMAN BATH SINK FAUCET BATHROOM BASIN FAUCET TAP MIXER CHROME


$109.00


BRUSHED NICKEL WET BAR FAUCET SERVE LIQUOR AND MIXERS ELECTRONIC BEVERAGE CENTER


BRUSHED NICKEL WET BAR FAUCET SERVE LIQUOR AND MIXERS ELECTRONIC BEVERAGE CENTER


$529.00


GREY GOOSE, BELVEDERE VODKA AND LIQUOR DISPENSER FAUCET FOR INDOOR OUTDOOR BARS


GREY GOOSE, BELVEDERE VODKA AND LIQUOR DISPENSER FAUCET FOR INDOOR OUTDOOR BARS


$499.00


BRONZE WATERFALL ROMAN BATH SINK FAUCET BATHROOM BASIN FAUCET


BRONZE WATERFALL ROMAN BATH SINK FAUCET BATHROOM BASIN FAUCET


$99.00


Zurn Z82300 Single Handle Kitchen Faucet 10


Zurn Z82300 Single Handle Kitchen Faucet 10″ SPOUT MINOR FINISH SCRATCH FREE S/H


$129.99


New Brushed Nickel Kitchen Bathroom Vessel Sink Faucet Brushed Nickel Finish


New Brushed Nickel Kitchen Bathroom Vessel Sink Faucet Brushed Nickel Finish


$79.95


Temperature Sensor RGB LED Water Filter Faucet Taps K5


Temperature Sensor RGB LED Water Filter Faucet Taps K5


$4.39


BRONZE WATERFALL BASIN MIXER BATHROOM FAUCET DOUBLE HANDLE CHROME FINISHED


BRONZE WATERFALL BASIN MIXER BATHROOM FAUCET DOUBLE HANDLE CHROME FINISHED


$99.00


New Square Bath Tempered Glass Vessel Sink & Waterfall Brushed Nickel Faucet Set


New Square Bath Tempered Glass Vessel Sink & Waterfall Brushed Nickel Faucet Set


$159.95


New Unique Kitchen / Wet Bar Pull-out Spray Faucet #0016 ~Chrome Finish~


New Unique Kitchen / Wet Bar Pull-out Spray Faucet #0016 ~Chrome Finish~


$127.99


New Brushed Nickel 12


New Brushed Nickel 12″ Bath Bathroom Glass Vessel Sink Basin Tap Faucet Mixer


$39.99


BRONZE WATERFALL LUXUR BASIN FAUCET BATHROOM MIXER DOUBLE HANDLE CHROME


BRONZE WATERFALL LUXUR BASIN FAUCET BATHROOM MIXER DOUBLE HANDLE CHROME


$93.90


Wall Mount Bath & Basin mixer bathroom basin faucet tub faucet


Wall Mount Bath & Basin mixer bathroom basin faucet tub faucet


$99.00


Moen Adler Spot Resist Stainless Steel Tub & Shower Faucet L82694SRN New in Box!


Moen Adler Spot Resist Stainless Steel Tub & Shower Faucet L82694SRN New in Box!


$120.00


Faucet Water Concervation Kit W/ Instructions Has 4 Fixtures For The Home NEW


Faucet Water Concervation Kit W/ Instructions Has 4 Fixtures For The Home NEW


$25.99


Green Bronze Spout Kitchen Water Dispenser Faucet  IN


Green Bronze Spout Kitchen Water Dispenser Faucet IN


$0.01


B&K UTILITY SHOWER FAUCET WITH SOAP DISH IN ORIGINAL BOX


B&K UTILITY SHOWER FAUCET WITH SOAP DISH IN ORIGINAL BOX


$39.99


Bellhaven  4


Bellhaven 4″ spread bath Faucet Polished Chrome


$89.99


Universal Auto 7 Colors LED Light Bathroom Shower Head Taps Faucet & No Battery


Universal Auto 7 Colors LED Light Bathroom Shower Head Taps Faucet & No Battery


$0.77


Nickel brushed bathroom mixer tap faucet waterfall 4 basin P-8417B


Nickel brushed bathroom mixer tap faucet waterfall 4 basin P-8417B


$55.00


3 Danze D403512 Melrose Collection Single Handle Kitchen Faucet Stainless Steel


3 Danze D403512 Melrose Collection Single Handle Kitchen Faucet Stainless Steel


$119.99


New Bathroom Style Brushed Nickel Waterfall Vessel Sink Basin Faucet Mixer


New Bathroom Style Brushed Nickel Waterfall Vessel Sink Basin Faucet Mixer


$69.95


New Toto TL794DD#PB-K1 Waza Miyabi Faucet


New Toto TL794DD#PB-K1 Waza Miyabi Faucet


$895.00


Brushed Green Bronze Kitchen Bar Vessel Sink Faucet IN


Brushed Green Bronze Kitchen Bar Vessel Sink Faucet IN


$0.01


Delta 4


Delta 4″ Centerset Pewter Bathroom Faucet 2542PT-242PT


$64.79


7 LED Color Head Faucet Water Current Energy LED light Shower For Bathroom Tap


7 LED Color Head Faucet Water Current Energy LED light Shower For Bathroom Tap


$18.59


FAUCET BRUSHED NICKEL OVERFLOW VESSEL SINK POP-UP DRAIN


FAUCET BRUSHED NICKEL OVERFLOW VESSEL SINK POP-UP DRAIN


$17.90


Overflow Unique Copper 1 1/2


Overflow Unique Copper 1 1/2″ Vessel Sink Pop-Up Drain Faucet Lavatory Bath 1.5″


$17.90


chrome finished brass kitchen sink faucet mixer tap


chrome finished brass kitchen sink faucet mixer tap


$66.00


MOEN PULLOUT KITCHEN FAUCET BRANBURY CHROME CA87010


MOEN PULLOUT KITCHEN FAUCET BRANBURY CHROME CA87010


$149.99


7LED Colors Changeable Faucet Water Current Bathroom Tap Energy LED light Shower


7LED Colors Changeable Faucet Water Current Bathroom Tap Energy LED light Shower


$13.99


US CHROME FAUCET VESSEL SINK POP-UP DRAIN W/O OVERFLOW


US CHROME FAUCET VESSEL SINK POP-UP DRAIN W/O OVERFLOW


$17.90


Water Glow Shower LED Faucet Light Temperature Sensor


Water Glow Shower LED Faucet Light Temperature Sensor


$4.08


oil rubbed tap mixer faucet 4 sanitary bathroom basin aMZ-0097k


oil rubbed tap mixer faucet 4 sanitary bathroom basin aMZ-0097k


$67.00


Price Pfister T49-H0XC Savannah Lavatory Bathroom Faucet Chrome Widespread Kit


Price Pfister T49-H0XC Savannah Lavatory Bathroom Faucet Chrome Widespread Kit


$99.99


29


29″ HWS Bathroom Clear Tempered Glass Vessel Sink & Vanity w/ Faucet x024


$179.00


Vintage Large Brass Beer Wine Whiskey Barrel Tap, Spigot, Faucet Valve Heavy


Vintage Large Brass Beer Wine Whiskey Barrel Tap, Spigot, Faucet Valve Heavy


$14.95


Copper 1 5/8


Copper 1 5/8″ Vessel Sink W/ Overflow Pop-Up Drain Lavatory Vanity Bath Faucet


$18.90


FAUCET BRUSHED NICKEL VESSEL SINK OVERFLOW POP-UP DRAIN


FAUCET BRUSHED NICKEL VESSEL SINK OVERFLOW POP-UP DRAIN


$18.90


FAUCET CHROME 1 5/8


FAUCET CHROME 1 5/8″ VESSEL SINK POP-UP DRAIN BATHROOM


$19.90


12 1/4


12 1/4″Square Design Bathroom Vessel Sink faucet (20208) & Drain ~Chrome Finish~


$127.99


HWS 23


HWS 23″ Bathroom Tempered Clear Glass Vessel Sink Vanity with 12″ faucet xd025


$189.00


Brushed Nickel Series Faucet Bathroom Basin Sink Mixer Tap C


Brushed Nickel Series Faucet Bathroom Basin Sink Mixer Tap C


$49.99


Oil Rubbed Bronze Faucet Bathroom tap Sink Mixer MO-118


Oil Rubbed Bronze Faucet Bathroom tap Sink Mixer MO-118


$67.00


Universal Auto 7 Colors LED Light Bathroom Shower Head Taps Faucet & No Battery


Universal Auto 7 Colors LED Light Bathroom Shower Head Taps Faucet & No Battery


$0.77


Kohler Coralais single-control kitchen sink faucet K-15171-TL-CP  Polish Chrome


Kohler Coralais single-control kitchen sink faucet K-15171-TL-CP Polish Chrome


$89.00


Lot 10 Unknown Plumbing Adapters, Urinal, Faucet, Plumbing Parts Connectors New


Lot 10 Unknown Plumbing Adapters, Urinal, Faucet, Plumbing Parts Connectors New


$8.99


Hansgrohe Allegro E Brass Single Hole Pull Out Spray Down Faucet For Kitchen New


Hansgrohe Allegro E Brass Single Hole Pull Out Spray Down Faucet For Kitchen New


$248.84


DOLPHIN TUB FAUCET  BRUSHED NICKEL 10


DOLPHIN TUB FAUCET BRUSHED NICKEL 10″ Tall Very Heavy Match Sink Free Ship


$298.44


Nickel brushed bathroom mixer tap faucet waterfall 4 basin JN-8417b


Nickel brushed bathroom mixer tap faucet waterfall 4 basin JN-8417b


$55.00


New Oil Rubbed Bronze Faucet Pop-Up Drain & Mounting Ring


New Oil Rubbed Bronze Faucet Pop-Up Drain & Mounting Ring


$29.95


NEW BLACK COLOR BATHROOM 8 JETS MASSAGE HANDHELD SHOWER PANEL FAUCET MIXER


NEW BLACK COLOR BATHROOM 8 JETS MASSAGE HANDHELD SHOWER PANEL FAUCET MIXER


$329.99


Water Glow Shower LED Faucet Light Temperature Sensor


Water Glow Shower LED Faucet Light Temperature Sensor


$0.01


Beauty Water Glow 7 Colors LED Light Faucet Light Sink Tap for Kitchen Bathroom


Beauty Water Glow 7 Colors LED Light Faucet Light Sink Tap for Kitchen Bathroom


$0.21


oil rubber finish Bathroom  Basin Sink Faucet Mixer Brass Tap JN-7888


oil rubber finish Bathroom Basin Sink Faucet Mixer Brass Tap JN-7888


$66.00


Water Glow Shower LED Faucet Light Temperature Sensor


Water Glow Shower LED Faucet Light Temperature Sensor


$5.49


New Bath Clear Brown Tempered Glass Bathroom Vessel Sink & Chrome Faucet Combo


New Bath Clear Brown Tempered Glass Bathroom Vessel Sink & Chrome Faucet Combo


$139.99


Pureeasy Hi-Tech Tourmaline ceramic cartridge faucet water filter purifier


Pureeasy Hi-Tech Tourmaline ceramic cartridge faucet water filter purifier


$18.00


3 Color No Battery Water Faucet LED Light Temperature Sensor Tap RGB Glow Shower


3 Color No Battery Water Faucet LED Light Temperature Sensor Tap RGB Glow Shower


$4.66


Hi-Tech ceramic cartridge faucet water filter purifier--Pureeasy


Hi-Tech ceramic cartridge faucet water filter purifier–Pureeasy


$18.00


california faucet 6002 pc polished chrome


california faucet 6002 pc polished chrome


$140.00


New 10


New 10″ Oil Rubbed Bronze Kitchen Faucet Sink Hole Cover Plate Deck Plate


$19.99


Delta Commercial Metering Faucet


Delta Commercial Metering Faucet


$72.99


New 7 Colour LED Light Automatic Change Water Glow Basin Tap Faucet Home Kitchen


New 7 Colour LED Light Automatic Change Water Glow Basin Tap Faucet Home Kitchen


$0.45


Polished Brass gold color Hot / Cold Bathroom Kitchen Faucet Wet Bar Vessel Sink


Polished Brass gold color Hot / Cold Bathroom Kitchen Faucet Wet Bar Vessel Sink


$34.10


Hot/Cold Chrome Polished Finish Vessel Sink Faucet Tap Bathroom Mixer Basin New


Hot/Cold Chrome Polished Finish Vessel Sink Faucet Tap Bathroom Mixer Basin New


$27.46


Brand New Bathroom Wall Mount Shower Bath Tap Faucet Volume Control Valve Trim


Brand New Bathroom Wall Mount Shower Bath Tap Faucet Volume Control Valve Trim


$6.56


Bathroom Vessel Vanity Sink Faucet Hole Cover Deck Plate Escutcheon Chrome New


Bathroom Vessel Vanity Sink Faucet Hole Cover Deck Plate Escutcheon Chrome New


$1.80


Fashion Design Bathroom Tap Faucets Wall Valves Straight Chrome Alloy New


Fashion Design Bathroom Tap Faucets Wall Valves Straight Chrome Alloy New


$6.56


Chrome 3-Way Angle Control Stop Valve Water Diverter Faucet Alloy New


Chrome 3-Way Angle Control Stop Valve Water Diverter Faucet Alloy New


$5.60


Gulch-silver 2-Way Sink Faucet Lavatory Water Diverter Valve Alloy New


Gulch-silver 2-Way Sink Faucet Lavatory Water Diverter Valve Alloy New


$2.76


New Brand Kitchen Sink Faucet Oil Solid Brass Faucet Water Tap Alloy


New Brand Kitchen Sink Faucet Oil Solid Brass Faucet Water Tap Alloy


$16.06


Nice New 7 Color LED Light Automatic Change Water Glow Tap Faucet Kitchen Home


Nice New 7 Color LED Light Automatic Change Water Glow Tap Faucet Kitchen Home


$0.02


Polished BATHROOM LAVATORY VANITY VESSEL SINK FAUCET SWIVEL SPOUT BRUSHED NICKEL


Polished BATHROOM LAVATORY VANITY VESSEL SINK FAUCET SWIVEL SPOUT BRUSHED NICKEL


$17.00


Fashion Design Kitchen Garden Replacement Water Faucet Tap Alloy Silver New


Fashion Design Kitchen Garden Replacement Water Faucet Tap Alloy Silver New


$4.66


Fashion Design Kitchen Garden Replacement Water Faucet Tap Alloy Silver New


Fashion Design Kitchen Garden Replacement Water Faucet Tap Alloy Silver New


$3.70


Culligan FM-15RA Level 3 Faucet Filter Replacement Cartridge


Culligan FM-15RA Level 3 Faucet Filter Replacement Cartridge


$7.99



PUR 18 Cup Dispenser with One Pitcher Filter DS-1800Z


PUR 18 Cup Dispenser with One Pitcher Filter DS-1800Z


$24.05


Our patented, premium carbon filter makes PUR the first leading pitcher filter that removes 99% of microbial cysts. It also reduces chlorine (taste and odor) and 96% of trace levels of pharmaceuticals, giving you clean, great-tasting water. Yet it still leaves behind beneficial fluoride. Pharmaceutical reduction is not certified by NSF/ANSI or state standard. Based on manufacturer testing for ave…

Culligan FM-15A Level 3 Faucet Filter


Culligan FM-15A Level 3 Faucet Filter


$13.49


The Culligan FM-15diy faucet mount water filtration system will improve your quality of life to the point where you’ll want to scream “Hey, Culligan man!” just to thank him for helping to make such healthful, refreshing water available. This do-it-yourself system screw-mounts to your existing water faucet and comes with everything you need for up to 200 gallons of crisp, clear water….

Body Faucet


Body Faucet


$7.99



Man of the House


Man of the House


$5.80


In this family comedy, 11-year-old Jonathan Taylor Thomas (TV’s “Home Improvement”) has a problem with divorced mom Farrah Fawcett’s new suitor, nerdy lawyer Chevy Chase. In hopes of marrying Fawcett, Chase tries to bond with the kid. Hilarity abounds when Thomas gets Chase to join the YMCA Indian Guides. George Wendt co-stars. 97 min. Standard; Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital 5.1, Spanish Dolb…

Body Faucet


Body Faucet


$7.80


Reptar’s aesthetic percolates even more vibrantly through their debut LP, Body Faucet, out May 1, 2012 on Vagrant Records. A set of shimmering sing-along anthems produced by Ben Allen (Animal Collective, Deerhunter, Washed Out), Body Faucet is propelled by jerky guitars and persistent beats. “The record feels like a big dream with different chapters,” says Ryan. “Ghost Bike” captures the space b…

Playboy / Farrah Fawcett: All of Me [VHS]


Playboy / Farrah Fawcett: All of Me [VHS]


$14.99



Small Sacrifices [VHS]


Small Sacrifices [VHS]


$19.99


“Part ‘Fatal Attraction’, part ‘Mommie Dearest”. Stars Farrah Fawcett…

Baby [VHS]


Baby [VHS]


$13.99


Brand New!!! VHS TAPE Factory Sealed (as shown) “Baby [VHS]” Fast shipping..(T-21)…

Charlie's Angels - The Complete First Season


Charlie’s Angels – The Complete First Season


$7.50


America’s guiltiest pleasure of 1976–the inaugural season of Charlie’s Angels–has returned in all its jiggly, jolly glory in this tidy boxed set. It’s hard to describe just how captivated the nation’s media and viewing public were with cheesemeister Aaron Spelling’s ABC-TV hit, but for awhile Charlie’s Angels was wildly popular appointment television at its most self-consciously banal. The first…


Speak Your Mind

Tell us what you're thinking...
and oh, if you want a pic to show with your comment, go get a gravatar!