Review: Is a Pot Faucet Worth it? An In Depth Review of our Pot Faucet

[@joygernautm6641]

Did our kitchen renovation Vogt a year ago and had one of these Fossetts put in and I use it several times a day. Mostly because the Keurig is next to the stove, but it is so handy and I am so glad I put it in.

[@mfnazir]

That's another water source that can potentially leak and leak all over your expensive stove. Not to mention it will need to be regularly cleaned. It's trendy right now b/c of the Farm House trend, and yes it's easy to fill the pot with water. However, as you mentioned that water after it has been utilized still needs to be disposed of in the sink, which means one needs to carry the pot over the sink to be drained. If one can carry the pot to drain it in the sink then one can surely fill the pot in the sink and carry it over to the stove. The only reason I would consider it is if it adds value to my kitchen, so far reading the comments below it seems everyone likes the trend.

[@oliphauntsneverlie6227]

Cuts your workload in half if nothing else. As for value when you compare the cost of the filler and the selling price of your house it won't make a difference one way or the other. Especially if you are over the million+ market.

[@thebabyfarm8571]

It's not a farm house trend actually...I've been if million dollar homes with fancy ones .... traditional victorian styles ...modern ... farmhouse... It's a functional tool ....ask anyone who cooks at home alot

[@oliphauntsneverlie6227]

Cuts your workload in half. Get one with two valves. Yes it can still leak just like any other water source in your house. I wouldn't add one to existing build (unless super easy to get access and install) but for new construction or major remodel hell yes!

[@Jive_Engineering]

You are correct, and I think that is why they are very popular. We did this during a remodel that included taking down the drywall, so it was convenient to put it. As you stated though, tearing down a wall just for this would be a nightmare.

[@1960fusion]

I am updating my kitchen and decided to add a pot filler since im in a wheelchair and it is so convenient for me to fill a large pot over the stove than to carry it from the sink.

[@PhillyPawn]

Definitely worth it. It gives the kitchen a more high-end look. I add a Pot Filler to all my kitchen renovations.

[@guest331]

Not worth it at all. Are americans really that lazy they can't fill their pots at the sink?

[@SWAPNIL9914]

Another con is if you are using a nice looking back splash....the faucet will spoil the look of the back splash. It will be like an unwanted piece of attachment that is playing spoiler to a cool seamless look.

[@reb1225]

That pot filler was cheap because it only has 1 value. If that value fails your kitchen will be flooded! Because there is no drain under the pot filler, you should always purchase a pot filler that has 2 values, one on the arm and one at the base. If one value leaks, the other value keeps your kitchen from being flooded.

[@twbrkfd1733]

You have a CHEAP pot filler with minimal reach. A good pot filler would reach to all pots on all the burners. The cook doesn't want to have to move a pot of boiling water to the pot filler. The idea is to bring the water to the pot. The pot filler is mainly for ADDING water to food cooking on the stove. Yours has only ONE valve. The user has to reach over the stove to turn it on. Most high-end pot fillers have two valves. One at the wall and one at the nozzle. A good, two valve, Kingston Brass pot filler costs about $300. BTW that outlet in close proximity to the faucet without a ground-fault receptacle is a code violation. Have a nice day!

[@Jive_Engineering]

Thanks for the input! The outlet is branched off of an already existing GFCI outlet. Can't see it, but it's there. While I would agree with your statement, having a massive pot filler on the wall is not something we wanted to use. But everyone is a bit different, I'd be interested to see your setup. Thanks!

[@reb1225]

The reason good or high-end pot fillers have two values is because there is no drain. If that one value fails, it will leak and flood the kitchen. You really need a two value pot filler or you are playing russian roulette with your remodeled kitchen!

[@ceciargueta9332]

I’m trying to see if this might lead to additional costs if it begins to leak. If it does, might not even consider. Currently renovating my kitchen.

[@Jive_Engineering]

We have not had any issues with it leaking.

[@leeedwards8323]

A pot filler is what it is. It's what you like and what's best for you and your family. For all the big mama out there that loves to cook. It's ideal for you. Any faucet in your house or apartment can leak anytime of the day. Nothing lasts forever.

[@Jive_Engineering]

Well said. At first I definitely thought it was a bit of a stretch, but after using it for large stocks it definitely does help. Thank you for stopping by.

[@twbrkfd1733]

I have a prep sink by my stove!

[@ceciargueta9332]

Are they prone to leaks ?

[@Jive_Engineering]

In the four years we have had it, it has not leaked once. That said, I would not use any shark bite fittings for the plumbing here. Personally, I went with copper and soldering. We tested everything before we sealed the wall back up, and we have not had any issues with it at all.

[@ladianrios4199]

I say "yea" on the pot faucet...

[@jackdempsey2241]

Does it leak

[@Jive_Engineering]

Not at all. We have had it for a few years now.

[@tamaraporter1840]

Use a utility cart to empty

[@Jive_Engineering]

Hah!

[@thebabyfarm8571]

Perfect aim 🤌

[@jkp62]

Unless your sink is right next to the stove, I see no reason to get a pot filler. Why? Because cold water won’t burn your skin off if you spill the full pot of boiling liquid across the room to the sink. I have a large galley kitchen m, and yes, a pit filler would be convenient to FILL a pot but the negative is having to carry the boiling pot to the sink on the other side of the kitchen to pour it out. Also, where is there a drain for overfills, what about leaks? The. There is cleaning the darn thing- is there a tool to get into the faucet to clean the cooking splatter out of it? Think about that. I just don’t see it.

[@raymondchow8722]

instead of boiling your crabs? i found steaming much more effective. i rather invest a steamer oven rather than a faucet. with all the plumbing and trim work, the steamer oven would be cheaper and versatile.

[@Jive_Engineering]

You are correct. If this is a project you are tackling when the kitchen is finished, this can be very difficult to achieve. But our kitchen was being remodeled and this wall was already torn off so it made it much easier. As for cleaning the thing, I have actually had no issues cleaning it. I just use an old toothbrush to clean it and it comes out just fine. When it comes to looks, it honestly looks better than just having some empty space there, but that is just me. Some of these are subjective! Thanks for watching!

[@salmanzaheer5060]

Good

[@jsa4864]

The Lazy Generation.

Pot fillers are stupid. I mean, after you boil your noodles or potatoes, you still have to carry a heavy pot, now filled with boiling hot water over to the sink & empty it. So what's the point? They develop drips, leaks in the wall etc.--why bother?

[@lovefreebee]

the pot faucet is not practical for normal homes only for most asian restaurant kitchen for clean wok & the stove range surface...great video & idea though!

[@Caliabra]

We’re redoing our kitchen and running water down our kitchen because we’re moving the fridge and still not opting for one of these. To me it’s just pompous…just use a sink

[@Jive_Engineering]

This was my original thought, however, many people have put a god argument for them (such as cutting your workload in half). Either way, still interesting to see the takes on it!

[@alexanderbucary689]

Omg. I have to walk half as Much

[@Jive_Engineering]

True.

[@raymondchow8722]

cons 1. the faucet will get super gunky after some light saute-ing. hard to clean 2. who boil that much that water when cooking? not worth the trouble 3. not pretty

[@slhemp3556]

Food preservationists can use it for canning-especially those with physical limitations.

[@shockwave1126]

Plus using faucet water to cook. I use filtered water to cook my food.