Placement Tips for Water Filtration Faucets

A water filtration faucet is designed to deliver purified water directly from your kitchen sink, providing a steady supply of clean water for drinking, cooking, and other household needs. This eliminates the need for bottled water, reduces plastic waste, and substantially saves costs over time. Having a dedicated faucet to filter water is especially useful for homes in areas with primarily hard water which typically has various minerals included. 

Planning Your Faucet Placement

One of the first steps in planning your faucet placement is to assess the location of your existing plumbing. The most common placement for a water dispenser is near the kitchen sink. The new faucet should ideally be close to your current water lines to minimize installation complexity and costs. If your kitchen sink has limited space or the plumbing isn’t conveniently located, you may need to consider additional modifications or professional help.

The location of the water faucet needs to accommodate the faucet itself and any additional components, such as under-sink filters or tanks. Adequate counter space will also provide more flexibility in placing the faucet in a comfortable convenient spot.

Determine the Primary Use

Drinking Water

If your primary goal is to use the filtration faucet for drinking water, place it in a spot that is easily accessible for filling glasses and water bottles. You could install it near the sink, refrigerator, or kitchen island, although the placement is ultimately up to your preference.

Cooking

For those who plan to use the filtered water primarily for cooking, the faucet should be placed near the stove or food preparation area. This will make it easier to fill pots and pans with clean water without carrying them across the kitchen. Another solution to filling pots without having to hoist them around is to install a pot filler.

Placement Near the Kitchen Sink

Next to the Main Faucet

Aim to position the water filter faucet 4 to 8 inches away (on center). With this spacing, you can properly use each faucet without interference. Maintaining a moderate distance also helps to keep the plumbing connections organized and accessible under the sink.

On the Sink Deck

You can install a water filtration faucet on any part of the sink deck, but to maintain an organized design, place the water dispenser no farther than 1 to 2 inches from the edge of the kitchen sink. If you prefer the water filter faucet farther away, consider constructing a bar prep station that incorporates the water dispenser, and is separate from the main sink.

Integrated with the Sink

Utilize pre-drilled holes on the sink deck if available, as these are designed to accommodate additional kitchen accessories such as soap dispensers, air gaps, and specialty faucets. Verify there is adequate space beneath the sink for the filtration system and plumbing connections to facilitate a straightforward and tidy installation. A complete placement guide for kitchen sink accessories will be useful if you have multiple accessories to install for your kitchen sink.