D & K mixers: features and purpose

D & K mixers are high quality products in the middle price segment. The manufacturer offers a wide range of models for the bath and the kitchen, which differ in the number of valves (single-lever or two-valve) and installation method (built-in, wall-mounted). All mixers are equipped with anti-corrosion protection. The term of their uninterrupted work can reach several decades.

Among the most popular types of mixers you need to select the crane-box and single lever.

Mixers can be worm-type or with rotary ceramic plates.

Among the important advantages of this type of mixer are:

• molded case with high strength;
• ease of repair;
• interchangeability of parts;
• acceptable price.

Among the disadvantages of mixers of this type are the following:

• Due to the diversity of the model range, it is possible to mistakenly purchase the wrong part, and often they may not be available;
• you need to turn on the taps with both hands - this way of opening contains some inconveniences, especially if the hands are soiled in dough or minced meat;
• palpable water flow.

Mixers have a ball or cartridge mechanism, and their housing can be swivel or cast. This type of faucet is sensitive to any foreign particles in water.

The case of single-grip models can be cast or swivel.

Among the advantages of the rotary body, it is worth noting:

• the convenience of use;
• quick adjustment;
• long service life (about 10 years);
• acceptable price.

The disadvantages of products of this type include the following points:

• insufficiently strong case which easily breaks;
• when the gasket is worn, it is necessary to change the entire valve;
• sensitivity to any impurities in water.

Cast-case mixers will last much longer than swivel ones, but these models are higher, due to which water can splash out of the sink.In addition, in cast models it is inconvenient to use a rigidly fixed side grip.

On the official website of the company D & K there are faucets for the sink, bidet, kitchen, bath and shower, with a hygienic shower. The most popular models from the collections DA1430013 and DA1430012 due to the unusual color performance (orange and green). Stylish looks of black color from the collection. DA1432215. among them there are mortise options for the bathroom.

Lovers of luxury and pompousness will like the mixer for gold from the collection DA1433203.

A wide variety of mixers in terms of style and color will help everyone to choose what they need, from retro-style to modern high-tech.

Washbasin faucet is selected taking into account the depth and width of the sink. The height of the mixer, its shape of the spout and its dimensions should ensure that water does not splash out of the sink. According to the fastening method, it is better to give preference to models with a nut; they are more reliable than fastenings with studs.

For the kitchen, it is better to choose a mixer with a swivel casing and a long spout.then the water can reach all areas of the wash.The greater the angle of rotation of the spout, the more convenient it is to use. Budget class models are limited to 140 degrees. In the more expensive price segment, you can find mixers with a spout of 180 degrees. For ease of use, the spout can be made flexible or retractable.

Tap-box mixers for the kitchen are not very practical. It is inconvenient to open them if the hands are soiled and a sufficiently large amount of water flows through them. Therefore, for the kitchen area are increasingly choosing single-lever models. Since the tap in the kitchen is experiencing daily serious operational loads, it is better to choose a molded case.

Users of the D & K mixers note the reasonable price for the products and their functionality, the ability to install independently, the presence of screws and dowels in the set, and the hex key.

Among the minuses of the company - the country of production - China, and the insufficient fame of the brand in the Russian market.

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