KRAUS Arlo KVF-1200SFS Stainless Steel
Score: 85/100
Borlon Bathroom Vessel Sink Faucet
Score: 72/100Rankings
The Kraus KVF-1200SFS Arlo is a single-handle vessel bathroom faucet featuring a Spot-Free Stainless Steel finish and an arched fixed spout. It offers water-efficient performance at 1.2 GPM with a ceramic disc valve for drip-free operation. The design includes a pop-up drain assembly and is ADA compliant, making it suitable for modern or traditional vessel sink setups.
The Borlon Black & Gold Vessel Sink Faucet is a modern, tall single-hole bathroom faucet designed for vessel sinks, featuring a waterfall spout for a luxurious cascade effect. While the aesthetic is highly praised, recurring complaints include leaks at the base and finish fading due to hard water. It is best suited for homeowners seeking a dramatic modern upgrade for powder rooms or master baths.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
| ↓ lower better | 1.2 GPMbest | 1.2 GPMbest |
5 inches | 6.69 inchesbest | |
8.25 inches | 12 inchesbest | |
— | 2.36 inchesbest | |
— | 20 yearsbest | |
1best | 1best | |
2 inchesbest | — | |
— | 0.375 inchesbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(1) | ||
Flow Rate (GPM) | 1.2 GPM | 1.2-1.8 GPM |
Dimensions(2) | ||
Spout Reach (inches) | 5 inches | 6.69 inches |
Spout Height (inches) | 8.25 inches | 12 inches |
Compliance(2) | ||
Certifications | NSF, WaterSense, ADA, Lead-Free | cUPC |
Warranty Length (years) | Lifetime years | 20 years |
Aesthetics(2) | ||
Finish | Spot Free Stainless Steel | Matte Black and Brushed Gold |
Handle Type | Single Lever | Single Handle |
Build & Durability(2) | ||
Body Material | Brass | Stainless Steel |
Valve Type | Ceramic Disc | Ceramic |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Manufacturer and retailer descriptions highlight the faucet's timeless, classically-inspired design with clean lines and an elegant arched spout. Editors specifically praise the Spot-Free finish for its resistance to water spots and fingerprints, as well as the eco-friendly 1.2 GPM flow rate that offers twenty percent water savings compared to industry standards.
No user reviews, testimonials, or forum discussions were found in the research data; therefore, no common praise or recurring themes from everyday consumers could be identified.
Retail editors highlight stain resistance, cUPC certification, and SUS304 material reliability, positioning it as a budget-friendly luxury alternative.
Users praise the stunning gold-black contrast and smooth waterfall flow, but report issues with leaks, sticking drains, and fading finish.
