A device for oxygenating water or filling the water flow with air bubbles. On kitchen faucets, it enables a faucet to provide different flows of water, from stream to spray.

Apron-front sinks are often referred to as farmhouse sinks because they can evoke period-style kitchens. These sinks have a stylish panel in front and are available in both tile-in and undercounter models. Because of their unique installation, it is recommended that you have the sink on hand during cabinet construction.  Although available in several materials, fireclay is the most popular.  Prices range from $500 to $1300.

A feature that provides better accessibility in the kitchen, allowing closer, easy access.

Any decorative threaded flange below or behind a faucet handle. Also, an ornamental plate used at the base of a faucet to cover additional holes on a kitchen sink.

Fireclay sinks are made from a clay base that is fired at an intense heat to vitrify the clay and fuse the glaze. The result is a durable sink with a nonporous, glossy finish.

Four-hole faucets are made up of a three-hole faucet with an added accessory such as a sidespray.

A cabinet box that has a face frame. It resembles a flat, empty picture frame attached to the front. Doors are secured to this frame.

A cabinetry style in which doors are attached directly to the sides of the cabinet box with hidden hinges. This technique tends to favor a more contemporary look, and it is a hallmark of European-style cabinets.

Cabinet drawer glides allow for the drawer to be pulled completely outside the cabinet to give access to the full depth of the drawer.

Door styles that allow approximately 3/16" of face frame exposed around the sides, tops and bottoms of the doors. Wall cabinets have 7/16" exposed at the tops and bottoms of the doors.

The measurement of the thickness of stainless steel. The lower the gauge, the thicker the material.

A glossy, water-resistant, colored finish surface on vitreous china plumbing fixtures.

A finishing process purposely creating an uneven, inconsistent look by applying an accent stain over the entire door and then wiping off, leaving some light to dark tones in the corners, door grooves and wood grains creating an overall glazed finish.

A curved, U-shaped spout; the high arc allows for more room in the sink basin.

A sink configuration with differing basin depths.

Doors and drawer fronts that are recessed to fit flush with the cabinet frame when closed.

Doors and drawer fronts that overlap the face frame when closed -- either partially or fully. These are the most common stock style.

A small sink that assists with food or drink preparation and cleanup; these sinks are available in a wide variety of styles, shapes, colors and materials.

A hose-connected, removable nozzle with the ability to disconnect from the faucet mount by pulling downward; this allows better nozzle flexibility and dexterity.

A hose-connected, removable nozzle with the ability to disconnect from the faucet mount by pulling outward; this allows better nozzle flexibility and dexterity.

A single hole drilling positioned in the center of a sink faucet ledge that allows for installation of a single-control faucet.

Factory-made cabinets in standard sizes and shapes, often held in a manufacturer's or retailer's inventory until purchased. To reduce warehousing space, choices are kept to a minimum: a few common sizes, one or two wood species, and so on. This segment of the market has decreased substantially in recent years because of the number of options and the improved affordability of semicustom cabinets.

A durable, scratch resistant rigid vinyl that is thermally formed and sealed to MDF to provide a strong, durable cabinet surface, resistant to most household wear.

Three-hole faucets consist of two separate handles and a spout, or a single-handle faucet with an escutcheon plate to stylishly cover the vacant faucet holes.

Tile-in sinks have flat, straight edges and square corners for a neat, flush fit with tiled surfaces.

A term describing the recessed area at the bottom of base, tall and vanity cabinets. It is also referred to as a toe space. Finished material attached to it is referred to as toe kick or toe space cover.

A long, narrow sink replicating the shape of a trough that accommodates food preparation and disposal.

Two-hole faucets consist of a single-hole faucet paired with an accessory such as a sidespray.

Undercounter sinks mount beneath the counter for use with solid-surface, granite, stone or blended stone countertops.

Large sinks serving a multitude of purposes, from laundry and garden cleanup to pet washing.

Thin sheets of wood which are bonded to a reconstructed wood product.

Vitreous china plumbing fixtures are comprised of ceramic materials fired at a high temperature to form a nonporous body with exposed surfaces coated with ceramic glaze fused to the body.

Wall-mount sinks are constructed with an integrated backsplash and hang on a bracket.