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Types of Faucets and How to Tell Them Apart

By Bob Formisano, About.com

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Disc Type Faucet

Ceramic Disc Faucet: Note wide cylindrical body

© Price Pfister (faucet photo)


Disc faucets are the latest development in modern faucet technology. They are identifiable by their single lever over a wide cylindrical body. These faucets have a wide cartridge housing two ceramic discs which slide over each other to control water flow and mixing temperature. These faucets are high quality, are very reliable and do not need repair very often.

Handle Type: Single

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