WasserKraft
The German company WasserKraft specializes in the production of sanitary ware and faucets for bathrooms and kitchens. The WasserKraft brand itself is relatively young, having been on the market since 2004, but it has already established itself as a developer and manufacturer of high-quality faucets and accessories. WasserKraft factories are located in Germany - a country where all production is based on advanced technologies and high European quality standards. The factories carry out systematic quality control, established by highly qualified specialists.
Modern materials used for the production of WasserKraft products, even when in contact with very hot water, do not emit particles harmful to health, which has been repeatedly confirmed by special certificates and conclusions of sanitary and epidemiological services.
The bodies for WasserKraft faucets and accessories are made from high-quality brass - an ideal material for this material with high durability characteristics. The coating of the products is multi-layered and consists of nickel and chromium. WasserKraft faucets and sanitary fittings are rust-resistant, resistant to harsh operating conditions and easy to use. They are easy to care for, do not fade and are easy to clean using household chemicals.
On average, a WasserKraft faucet can withstand up to 500,000 uses. Manufacturers provide a guarantee for their products for as long as 20 years - this record time even for a European product.
In addition to reliability, WasserKraft mixers delight customers with a huge variety design solutions, among which everyone can choose something they like. Faucets are divided into specialized products for the bathroom (with a long spout), for the sink and for the kitchen. The shapes of the faucets are mostly classic, using geometric shapes, which in silver color makes them stylish and elegant. With WasserKraft faucets, you can optimally regulate the water temperature; the moving elements move smoothly and easily.
In addition to faucets, WasserKraft produces stylish and beautiful bathroom accessories, the bodies of which are made from the same high-quality brass as the faucets. Tempered glass is also used in the manufacture of accessories, which makes them extremely durable. Even if you break any of your WasserKraft accessories, they will break into neat pieces with no sharp edges.
Modern faucets– this is not just a necessary thing in everyday life, but also a design detail of the interior. Today, most manufacturers prefer exclusive forms created from simple lines, combined with increased practicality, functionality, innovative materials and high quality material processing. But which of the many manufacturers presented on the modern market are still better?
Market leaders in faucets. TOP best manufacturers
The rating pedestal for faucets and accessories can be compiled from different points of view and according to various criteria (reliability, price, warranty period, material, variety of model range, design, availability on the market, ease of installation and use).
Thanks to many years of analysis of consumer demand, the TOP best manufacturers of faucets for sinks and bathtubs is the following list:
- HANSGROHE and GROHE
- JACOB DELAFON
- VIDIMA
- LEMARK
The first line of leadership is traditionally occupied by brands from Germany, such as Hansa, Grohe, Hansgrohe, which have been operating on the market for more than a century. In most cases, they present brass products of impeccable quality, which boast a long warranty period of at least 10 years. Next come Italian family firms - Gessi, Visentin, Newform. European quality at a reasonable price, multiplied by exquisite style, is presented to the consumer by the French manufacturer Delafon. The fourth position in the ranking is occupied by a brand from Finland, widely known to Russian consumers as Oras. Finally, the top five is completed by the Spanish company Roca, which represents a whole range of design lines in any style, from classic to high-tech, and Teka, sold in 100 countries around the world.
The best of the best: features and advantages of faucet manufacturing companies
Hansgrohe began its development in 1901. From then to this day, she continues to accumulate many years of experience, turning her own masterful developments into unique, luxury products that will appeal to consumers thanks to their stylish appearance, ease of care and the ability to create the most comfortable space in or in the kitchen.
The faucets of this company are laconic and modest in form, but presentable in appearance and functionality. Their only drawback is their rather high price.
Among the popular models of mixers are the Focus series models. For example, the Focus E2 mixer, which has a ceramic mixing unit, a water temperature limiter and an aerator. Water flow is 5 l/min. Compatible with instantaneous water heater. Has a chrome finish. The average price is 50 euros.
Logis Classic is a kitchen faucet model with two ceramic valves for hot and cold water+90 °C degrees. Used for instantaneous water heaters. Water consumption – 5 l/min. Swivel spout angle 120 degrees. The average price is 70 euros.
All faucets of the brand use a number of innovative solutions that operate in different directions - in the field of saving water, simplifying installation and reducing time for care and maintenance.
The manufacturer has tried to equip almost all models with EcoSmart technology, which allows saving water consumption (water consumption is reduced by up to 60%, amounting to approximately 5 l/min). It is implemented through the aeration function and a special elastic water flow limiter when the water flow is saturated with air, as well as through automatic response to changes in water pressure with subsequent flow limitation.
Having been working for decades, without knowing any compromises, the company has earned the status of a 100% manufacturer. quality product with superior design and impressive technology that sets the tone for all competitors for the future.
BauClassic is a single-lever model of basin mixer with a smooth body. Single hole mounting, metal lever. The mixer is also equipped with an aerator. There is a quick installation system. The average price is 59 euros.
Grohe faucets of the Eurosmart, Europlus, Eurostyle, Eurodisc series today have become the personification of fashion and quality. For example, model 23037002 of a single-lever mixer from the Eurostyle cosmopolitan line will be able to attract consumer attention with such advantages as ease of execution, ceramic mechanism and monolithic spout. An important quality is compatibility with both the sink and washbasin. There is a quick installation system, an aerator, and a plug during draining.
If you need a rotating spout mechanism, it is better to pay attention to the chrome-plated model from the same collection under number 23043002. It has a flexible hose, but the price is higher.
If the key characteristic is compactness, it is better to give preference to a model from the Eurosmart series - 23323001. The design is based on brass with an anti-corrosion coating and a ceramic mechanism. These qualities will be the key to long-lasting and trouble-free operation. The mixer is equipped with an aerator, water pressure regulator, 35 mm ceramic cartridge, flexible hoses, and temperature limiter.
JACOB DELAFON has been manufacturing bathroom fittings for over a century. The main trump card of the company is high ergonomics, the best steel combined with a stylish classic design, where everything is thought out to the smallest nuances.
The model range consists of collections characterized by smoothness and a peculiar “fluidity” of forms. The Delafon Cuff E45532 CP model of a single-lever wall-mounted brass faucet with a chrome-plated body and provides regulation of water temperature fluctuations also has these qualities. The mixer is designed for bath and shower.
The company recently introduced faucets equipped with sensors that can monitor water temperature and pressure in the plumbing system, which makes it possible to significantly extend the life of the faucets. Although the warranty period is not too modest - 5 years. The only disadvantages include the manufacturer’s excessive commitment to traditional design.
These include the single-lever basin mixer from the ALEO E72275 CP collection. Round chrome plated shape. Installation is carried out on the sink. Material: brass.
The birthplace of the ORAS brand is Finland, and the main production facilities are located in Poland, Germany and the Czech Republic. The products are distinguished from competitors by their affordable price with decent quality and external characteristics, and this is exactly what a wide range of consumers need.
The main direction of activity, according to the manufacturer, is the manufacturability of solutions, so its devices can rightfully be called a “miracle”. They are able to “remember” the water temperature and regulate its supply, “monitor” the economical use of resources and prevent the risk of burns.
One of the popular faucet models is ORAS Vienda 1725F-60 - a single-lever faucet with a swivel spout and valve for a dishwasher. Case material – brass, chrome plated. A special feature of the model is the matte color of the case.
Thanks to the thermostat, the Oras Safira 1348U bath and shower mixer can remember the temperature regime used in most cases, which eliminates the possibility of burns. The set includes a spout with a switch and an aerator. EcoFlow water flow control is provided. It is possible to regulate the temperature.
Shower mixer Oras Nova 7446Х. Working pressure - 100 - 1000 kPa, water flow 0.24 l/sec, chrome plated, ceramic cartridge.
The manufacturer has several collections in its arsenal, each model of which is ergonomic, silent and reliable. There are also elite plumbing fixtures with electronic system management.
Among the disadvantages is the use of ABS plastic, which reduces the service life of the products.
ROCA is a manufacturer whose specialty is exquisite design combined with technological innovation.
Each device released under this brand is, without exaggeration, a masterpiece of plumbing. At the same time, the quality and service life are not inferior to external beauty, and the cost remains at a relatively low level. Mixers from this manufacturer can be purchased at prices ranging from $50 to $300, but there are also models that are much more expensive. Avant-garde and classic, Provence and high-tech, the most demanding buyer will be captivated by the variety of styles.
The Bulgarian company VIDIMA is almost the only one of a series of numerous competitors that openly displays data on the resources of its products for public viewing. In this way, buyers receive a real, rather than projected, idea of the specific service life of a particular device under certain conditions of its use.
In other words, this manufacturer does not at all strive to “catch up and overtake” anyone, but, first of all, makes everything necessary for the average family - convenient and simple equipment with a universal design, reliable ergonomics and traditional style. The faucet of this brand for sink and washbasin BA007AA of the Sirius series, for example, is in no way inferior to more expensive and “promoted” German analogues.
The BA244AA model of the Quadro series is also distinguished by its compactness, simple but pleasant design, and is guaranteed for 5 years. Two-grip model for washbasin.
LEMARK mixers – European standard and attention to detail
The manufacturer Lemark has long established itself in Russian market. Each model is tested in laboratory conditions. As a rule, the manufacturer gives a 4-year warranty on faucets. The products are safe for health, as they are created on the basis of high-quality brass. Faucets are different original design, reliability, practicality and affordable prices.
A striking example of new products is the single-lever model of the Comfort LM3061C mixer made of brass. The mixer is equipped with an aerator and a 3.5 mm ceramic cartridge. It is possible to connect to a drinking water filter.
Another original mixer model modern design Unit LM4506C. The mixer is equipped with a metal handle, cartridge and aerator. Service life – more than 30 years.
A universal, reliable and affordable model is the LEMARK DANCE LM2412C bath mixer.
Advantages: Value for money
Disadvantages: I have not yet found any disadvantages in the operation of these products
Comment:
The choice of plumbing fixtures, as well as components for them, is not an easy choice, especially since now the market for the production of plumbing fixtures is very diverse and there is plenty to choose from. We are renovating the bathroom and I really wanted to install a shower stand (system) because it is an excellent replacement for a shower...
Soap dish WasserKRAFT K-9429
Pros: High quality chrome plated, frosted glass, O-ring for reliable fixation glass soap dish in a holder, angular bracket shape, collapsible design.
Disadvantages: Didn't notice
Comment:
The holder bracket is collapsible, this allows you to change the angle of rotation of the bracket both to the left and to the right side. To disassemble, you need to unscrew the countersunk screw with a hex key, exactly the same as the second screw that secures the holder to the wall mount. ...
Toilet paper and freshener holder WasserKRAFT K-6859
Pros: Excellent chrome finish, you can look in it like a mirror. Everything is made with high quality, nothing rattles, dangles or plays. The paper cover is attached through plastic bushings, which eliminates various squeaks and other extraneous sounds.
Comment:
The completely collapsible design allows you to swap the paper and air freshener holders. The 2 in 1 design with one common bracket allows you to reduce the number of holes in the wall for attaching accessories to a minimum. Previously, we had an air freshener on the floor, now, after we...
Wasserkraft K-6523 Hook
Pros: Excellent quality, easy to install.
Disadvantages: None.
Comment:
After the renovation was completed, the question arose about choosing accessories for the bath and toilet. A lot of time was spent searching in vain; I was not satisfied with either the look or the quality of the products of a similar category presented in the store. We remembered that when choosing a faucet, the consultant praised the quality of the companies’ accessories. ..
Liquid soap dispenser WasserKRAFT K-9499
Advantages: Unusual design, high-quality chrome coating, glass bulb, collapsible design, reliable fastening to the wall.
Disadvantages: Didn't notice.
Comment:
The dispenser is mounted to the wall not from the back as usual, but rotated at an angle of 90 degrees. This creates an interesting effect. The dispenser, as it were, extends a helping hand to the person and bends towards him. The collapsible design allows you to change the angle of rotation of the bracket with the bulb, i.e. can you make it stronger...
Q: What is WasserKRAFT?
ABOUT: WasserKRAFT -trademark, created in 2004. This brand produces faucets, shower systems, shower enclosures and trays, as well as bathroom accessories. WasserKRAFT is distinguished by high quality, original design and a wide range.
Q: Where is it produced?
ABOUT: Country of origin: Germany. There is a German barcode on the package.
Q: What are faucets and accessories made from?
ABOUT: Brass, ABS plastic, polyresin, porcelain, stainless steel, zinc alloy and other metal alloys are used to make bathroom accessories.
The faucet body is made of high quality brass with a copper content of at least 59%. Brass is the best material for the manufacture of mixer housings, characterized by durability and strength. For the manufacture of faucet components (watering cans, watering can holders) ABS plastic is used.
These materials are not subject to corrosion and are intended for use in rooms with high humidity and sudden temperature changes. When in contact with water, even at high temperatures, the materials do not emit particles that pose a risk to human health.
Q: What kind of packaging do we use?
ABOUT: Wall accessories are packaged in a blister or in boxes, depending on the series. Desk accessories are packed in boxes.
We use boxes for packaging faucets; boxes or blister packs are used for packaging shower heads and shower heads.
Q: Can chrome peel off from products or does it darken over time?
ABOUT: No, because All WasserKRAFT products undergo a galvanization process (multilayer application of chromium and nickel to the body of the product). The tarnish-resistant chrome-nickel coating is easy to clean and gives accessories a mirror-like shine and silver color. It is important to properly care for the products: Product care.
Q: How are the accessories attached?
ABOUT: Accessories are attached to the wall in two ways:
- Fastening to the wall is carried out using a mounting plate. The mounting plate is attached to the wall with self-tapping screws, after which the product is attached to the plate using a locking screw. (Series Oder 3000, Donau 9400, Aller 1100, Rhein 6200, Ammer 7000, Berkel 6800, Isen 4000)
- Fastening to the wall is carried out directly through the body of the product. The product is attached to the wall with self-tapping screws, after which the attachment point is covered with a decorative insert. (Main 9200, Weser 8600, Leine 5000 series)
Q: Is there a warranty for WasserKRAFT products?
ABOUT: Accessories and faucets, shower sets with mixer taps have a 5-year warranty, shower sets have a 3-year warranty, and components (heads, hoses) have a 2-year warranty. Shower enclosures have a 7-year warranty.
More about the terms of the guarantee
Q: What does the warranty cover?
ABOUT: Only for manufacturing or raw materials defects in WasserKRAFT faucets and accessories.
- on the strength of the chromium-nickel coating
- on the strength of cast parts of the product
- on the performance of the cartridge.
Q: How can I make an exchange/return?
ABOUT: Accessories:
In the presence of goods, sales and cash receipts, without a warranty card.
Faucets:
If you have the product, warranty card, cash receipt and sales receipt. If a product is found to be defective, it is necessary to obtain written confirmation from specialized service centers.
Q: Are there service centers for faucets?
ABOUT: Yes information about service centers and their work can be obtained from the seller or on the website Service centers.
Q: Is it possible to change the cartridge and taps in the mixer yourself?
ABOUT: Cartridges and taps are easy to replace:
Instructions for replacing the cartridge
Instructions for replacing crane boxes
Attention! If the replacement of the cartridge and faucets is not carried out by a service center specialist and/or the cartridge, faucets are not purchased from the WasserKRAFT supplier, then the warranty for the mixer will be terminated from that moment.
Q: Where can I buy spare parts for faucets?
ABOUT: At specialized WasserKRAFT service centers or in city stores.
Q: What kind of cartridges and faucets are in the faucets?
ABOUT: In our faucets we use ceramic cartridges with a diameter of 40 mm, 25 mm or 35 mm and ceramic faucets 90° or 180°, depending on the faucet model.
Faucets Aller 1068, Leine 3508, Main 4108 use two-stage ceramic eco-cartridges Sedal (Spain) 35 mm, with a water saving function. Water saving is achieved by adjusting the position of the mixer handle. The first stage turns on the water in an economical mode with a water flow rate of 10 l/min until there is a slight click (middle position of the handle). The second stage, after a slight click (upper position of the handle), switches the water to the full operating mode of the cartridge with a flow rate of 20 l/min.
The basis of all ceramic cartridges and taps is made of wear-resistant aluminum oxide, fired under pressure at a temperature of 1200°C, then these elements undergo an ultrasonic grinding process. High-strength ceramics increase the faucet's resistance to water hammer. All cartridges and faucets can withstand 500,000 operating cycles (opening/closing).
Q: Do faucets make noise when mixing water?
ABOUT: The mixer does not make noise, because The cartridge has special notches that absorb noise.
Q: Shower switch. What switches are used and how are they different?
ABOUT:- Ceramic rotary switch. To switch to shower or spout, turn the switch 90°. The switch operates at zero pressure. Used in all long spout faucets. Reliable and easy to use.
- Push-button switch. Operates at a pressure of 0.3 bar. To turn on the water supply to the shower, you need to lift the button, once you release the pressure, the spring will press the valve into place. The switch is also additionally equipped with a rotary manual locking mechanism for use in places with low water pressure. Used in faucets with short spout.
Q: Why do you need an aerator in the faucet?
ABOUT: Aerators are used for uniform distribution jets.
WasserKRAFT faucets use Neoperl CASCADE® plastic and Neoperl CASCADE® silicone aerators.
Advantages of Neoperl CASCADE® aerators with ABS plastic mesh and silicone mesh:
- anti-limescale system
- the aerator helps reduce water consumption by 10%
- smooth stream even with poor water pressure
- very low noise level
- Neoperl CASCADE® is particularly durable and indestructible
- a dome-shaped filter located inside the aerator prevents small particles and impurities from entering the water stream
- an aerator with a silicone mesh makes it easy to remove lime deposits; simply run your hand over the aerator and all dirt will be removed.
Washbasin faucets Aller 1064, Leine 3504, Ammer 3704, Main 4104 use Neoperl CASCADE® aerators with a water flow limit of 5 liters per minute.
The Berkel 4803 and Berkel 4807 mixers use Neoperl Honeycomb aerators with an adjustable jet angle and a water flow limit of 5 liters per minute.
Q: What is included with the faucet?
ABOUT:The set for bath and shower mixers includes:
- Metal hose 1.5 m in steel braid. The nut and hose cone are made of brass, have a diameter of connection to the watering can and mixer G½.
- 1-, 3- or 5-function watering can with anti-limescale system , depending on the series of mixers.
- Wall mount for shower, rotating or fixed, depending on the faucet model
- Installation kit (eccentrics and flanges).
The set for kitchen faucets, washbasin and bidet includes:
- Flexible eyeliner Sedal (Spain) 37 cm long (without fitting) or 40 cm (with fitting), with G1/2 thread
- Aerator key (only for Weser 7803, Weser 7847, Aller 1067, Berkel 4802L)
- Installation kit.
Q: What is included in the package of the Shower Set?
ABOUT: The shower system kit includes:
Shower stand made of brass
- metal hose 1.5 m (for a watering can) and 0.6 m (for connecting to a mixer)
- 3-functional watering can with silicone nozzles and an anti-limescale system.
- shower head
- metal soap dish included with A015, A016
- installation kit
- warranty card and installation instructions
Q: What is included with the accessories?
ABOUT: The accessory kit includes mounting instructions and an installation kit.
Q: What is the dispenser spout in the series made of?
ABOUT: The dosing valve (spout) of liquid soap dispensers is made of brass and is not subject to corrosion. It withstands many openings/closings and has an easy move. It is much stronger and more durable than plastic counterparts.
Q: What kind of glass is used in the shelves and why?
ABOUT: For shelves, only tempered frosted or transparent glass 6 mm thick is used. Tempered glass is 5-10 times stronger than ordinary glass. At the same time, when breaking, such glass does not form sharp fragments, but collapses into fragments with blunt edges, which are not so dangerous to humans. Tempered glass also has thermal strength and can withstand temperatures up to 300 degrees.
Q: Water purification filters. What are they for?
ABOUT: Over time, sand, rust, metal scale and other foreign particles accumulate in the plumbing system. The entry of foreign parts into the mixer and its components can lead to malfunction of functional parts, such as: cartridge, faucets, switch, aerator.
This can be avoided by installing a water purification filter, which is needed to filter out foreign particles. This way you will save not only the faucet, but also other equipment in your apartment: washing machine, dishwasher etc.
B: Check valve. What is a check valve for?
ABOUT: The check valve is designed for automatic closing reverse water flow.
For faucets with hygienic shower head installation check valve on pipes is simply necessary. The pressure of hot water exceeds the pressure of cold water, therefore, when the shut-off clamp of the hygienic shower is closed, but the mixer is open, hot water will begin to penetrate the cold water pipes.
B: Reduction gear. Why do you need a reduction gearbox?
ABOUT: The reduction gear is designed to protect your plumbing equipment from water hammer by equalizing the water pressure at the outlet. This is especially necessary for owners of apartments on the first three floors of high-rise buildings. A reducer is also necessary if the pressure in your pipes exceeds 5 bar or the water pressure in the pipes for hot and cold water has a difference of more than 1 bar.