Tuesday, May 8, 2012

KOHLER K-690-BN Vinnata Kitchen Sink Faucet, Vibrant Brushed Nickel Review



Product Description

Vinnata series of pull-down spray faucets offer a traditional design with stylish functionality. The Vinnata is perfect for both standard and secondary prep sinks.

Amazon.com Product Description

The Kohler K-690 Vinnata Kitchen Sink Faucet features classic lines and traditional styling to coordinate with almost any home design. With a high-arching spout and pull-down sprayhead, the Vinnata is ideal for larger, deeper sinks or for cooks who need a versatile faucet for filling large pots, washing produce, and cleaning the sink.

logo
Vinnata
Kitchen Sink Faucet
At a Glance:
border
  • High-arching faucet with optimal reach

  • Convenient pullout sprayhead

  • Durable construction and finish

  • Easy installation

  • Lifetime limited warranty

callout
pullout sprayhead
The sprayhead pulls out of the faucet and conveniently retracts when you're finished. View larger.
Vinnata Faucet
Button controls let you choose either an aerated stream or a powerful spray.
View larger.
Forté Pullout Kitchen Sink Faucet
Interactive Demo
Take an interactive tour of Vinnata Kitchen Sink Faucets.
Functional Design to Meet Your Needs
With a customizable single lever for easy operation, the Vinnata Kitchen Sink Faucet offers an elegant, high-arching design with ergonomic features and increased functionality. The temperature memory handle lets you leave the lever at your preferred setting, allowing you to simply turn the faucet on at the desired temperature. Also, a high-temperature control lets you preset a maximum setting to eliminate scalding.

Versatile Sprayhead for Multiple Uses
The ergonomic sprayhead pulls out of the faucet with a counterweighted, braided-nylon hose . The hose moves quietly and efficiently and retracts back into the faucet when you're finished. A ball-joint swivel sprayhead helps you effectively control the spray with minimal effort and increased effectiveness. And with convenient button controls, the Vinnata faucet provides either an aerated stream or a powerful spray to fit your needs.

Durable Construction
Premium metal construction ensures a long life for the Vinnata faucet, and the finish is bonded to the metal to resist scratches, corrosion, and tarnishing. Additionally, the Kohler washerless, ceramic disc valves exceed industry standards for longevity, allowing for efficient volume and temperature control.

Easy Installation
Installation is simple and fast with 22-inch flexible supply hoses and easy-to-follow instructions for both one-hole and three-hole sinks. The handle can be installed on the right side, left side, or at the front of the faucet.

Technical Information and Warranty
The Vinnata faucet features an ADA-compliant lever handle and swing spout with a pull-down sprayhead. The spout reach is 9-1/2 inches, and the faucet height is 10 inches. The Vinnata has a maximum flow rate of 2.2 gallons (8.3 liters) per minute with a low-flow aerator option available.

Kohler Faucet Lifetime Limited Warranty
lifetime warrantyKohler Co. warrants its faucets to be leak and drip free during normal residential use for as long as the original purchaser owns his or her home. Kohler Co. also warrants all other aspects of the faucet or accessories (except gold, non-PVD Vibrant, and non-chrome finishes) to be free of defects in material and workmanship during normal residential use for as long as the original consumer purchaser owns his or her home.

About Kohler: Diversity and Innovation
logoSince 1873, Kohler Co. has been improving the lives of its customers with exceptional products and services. Austrian immigrant John Michael Kohler made the first of many bold business moves when he purchased a cast iron and steel foundry in Sheboygan, Wisconsin. His vision and dedication to excellence helped transform Kohler Co. into a highly successful family of businesses with operations on six continents.

One of the oldest, largest privately held companies in the United States Kohler Co.'s diversity of products and portfolio of brands lead the way in design, craftsmanship, and innovation. Kohler Co. offers a breadth of products and services, including plumbing fixtures, furniture, tile and stone, and primary and backup power systems, as well as award-winning hospitality and world-class golf destinations.

What's in the Box
Kohler K-690 Vinnata Kitchen Sink Faucet and owner's manual.


Vinnata Faucet in use
With almost 10 inches of clearance, the Vinnata Kitchen Faucet is easy to use, even with large pots and pans.

  • Traditional styling coordinates with any home décor
  • Both kitchen and secondary faucet options provide complete coordination with the kitchen
  • Pulldown sprayhead is highly functional and ergonomic
  • Swivel ball joint between sprayhead and hose creates highly efficient hose maneuverability
  • Single-control one-hole drilling for less counter clutter and easy operation


KOHLER K-690-BN Vinnata Kitchen Sink Faucet, Vibrant Brushed Nickel
KOHLER K-690-BN Vinnata Kitchen Sink Faucet, Vibrant Brushed Nickel



Costumes & Accessories

KOHLER K-690-BN Vinnata Kitchen Sink Faucet, Vibrant Brushed Nickel Reviews


Amazon.com
Customer Reviews
Average Customer Review
26 Reviews
5 star:
 (15)
4 star:
 (2)
3 star:
 (2)
2 star:
 (2)
1 star:
 (5)
 
 
 

46 of 46 people found the following review helpful
1.0 out of 5 stars Nice faucet but problem prone., May 16, 2007
By 
J. Musto "Toolman Joe" (New England) - See all my reviews
(VINE VOICE)    (REAL NAME)   
Amazon Verified Purchase( What's this?)
I really liked the looks and functionality of this faucet but the honeymoon was short. The swivel at the head of the pulldown started leaking after just a few months. I repaired it (it was due to a worn o-ring) but it started leaking again. I called Kohler and they sent me a new head and hose. The support was great (the faucet has a lifetime warranty), unfortunately the faucet started leaking again after the second repair.

My sister-in-law just remodeled her kitchen and installed the same faucet. We were visiting and I asked how she likes it. She said, "I love it but it is leaking". I took a look and her's is leaking in the same place as mine. I think the problem is due to improper plating of the ball swivel. It is partially chrome plated but because they did not plate the whole ball, the edge of the chrome (between where there is chrome and no chrome) catches on the o-ring and the unplated part is not smooth. These two combine to cause premature wear to the... Read more
Help other customers find the most helpful reviews 
Was this review helpful to you?  Yes No


9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
1.0 out of 5 stars Not good enough for the premium price, June 18, 2009
This review is from: KOHLER K-690-BN Vinnata Kitchen Sink Faucet, Vibrant Brushed Nickel (Tools & Home Improvement)
From various sources I gathered that Kohler produces high quality products. I bought the Vinnata believing that for the premium I am paying I will get an outstanding faucet with impeccable workmanship. Unfortunately the Vinnata turned out to be a disappointment. Within weeks of installation the half dome-shaped cap that sits between the handle and the body of the faucet came loose. It didn't leak, but it annoying moved loosely every time I turned on the water or adjusted the temperature. At first I thought it was faulty installation, but after the plumber returned to inspect it he declared that "it's just the way it was designed." Apparently all he had to do to remedy this was to force the cap to snap into place. He then advised me to avoid touching/moving the cap to minimize recurrence. I've followed his advise, but I have no doubt that at some future time the cap will snap off just as easily as it snapped back on.
For such a "high-end" product with an ultra price... Read more
Help other customers find the most helpful reviews 
Was this review helpful to you?  Yes No


7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars Leaks and floods the kitchen the first time it is connected..., October 6, 2010
By 
Xipper (Portland, OR United States) - See all my reviews
Amazon Verified Purchase( What's this?)
Wow, glad to see I paid over $500 for a faucet that just leaks the first time it is connected. I could almost tolerate this if it was a $80 faucet, however the fact that this is a "premium" faucet and cost more than some major appliances is ridiculous. I am now waiting for Kohler to respond after contacting them tonight, unfortunately I bought this over 30-days ago and the project got delayed...so I am stuck dealing with the manufacturer rather than trying my luck with a replacement from Amazon.

It's awesome that I bet my kitchen on this, we now have no faucet as the previous faucet is not compatible (wall mount) with the new plumbing. Go Kohler, explains why my toilet is a Toto.

*edit*
I wanted to provide some update, apparently Kohler will not warranty products purchased through Amazon even though Amazon features the "Lifetime Warranty" on the product page. I was able to talk to Amazon and they are shipping me a free replacement, I will update as if... Read more
Help other customers find the most helpful reviews 
Was this review helpful to you?  Yes No


Share your thoughts with other customers:
  See all 26 customer reviews...




Featured Merchants

No comments:

Post a Comment