Everyday help for children
Why a faucet extension can be useful in the bathroom
Small children like to let the faucet run longer than necessary
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We learn from childhood how important it is to wash our hands – since the corona pandemic even more than ever. However, most of the wash basins are so high that smaller children can only reach the mixer with difficulty. And in the worst case, flooding half the bathroom.
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A small step should overcome the first hurdle and make it easier for children to access the washbasin. If the tap is still not within reach, an adult has to take over the operation. If the little hands still fail to touch the flowing water, there is a simple trick: a faucet extension not only saves time, it also reduces water consumption. For this reason, it is also suitable for washing up in the kitchen.
Install a faucet extension for children
Depending on the manufacturer, there are different attachments for the faucet made of silicone, FDA silica gel or other mostly environmentally friendly materials (i.e. without phthalate, BPA and PVC). This makes it flexible and universally applicable – but you should still check before purchasing whether the extension fits the fitting. Even if most models are for all common fittings should be suitable. There is also a tap extension with two openingsthat is not only permeable to the front, but also to the top. If you keep the front one closed, the water automatically shoots upwards. This function is particularly useful if your child wants to rinse their mouths after brushing their teeth.
Another note: No tools are usually required for installation, the faucet extension for children is simply plugged into the tap.
Tip: faucet extension for the kitchen
An artificial extension of the tap “rinses” not only children – in the truest sense of the word – into the hands: Install a suitable one Hose extension in the kitchen, you can benefit from several advantages. On the one hand, hard-to-reach areas of dirty dishes can be cleaned better, on the other hand, you should save up to 40 percent water when washing (according to the manufacturer). This is made possible by a patented construction, through which air is mixed under the water even with low flow rates. It is important for you to know in advance whether the desired faucet extension will fit in your sink. To do this, you have to match the internal and external thread of your faucet with the information provided by the respective manufacturer. Installation is carried out using a simple screw assembly.
Another note: The most important purchase criteria for a faucet extension for the kitchen include – in addition to the thread size – the material (stainless steel is often used), the flexibility and the area of application.
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