I get the appeal of the new eco fixtures, but honestly, I’m not always convinced they’re better built. Some of the latest “green” faucets I’ve swapped in have felt lighter—almost flimsy compared to the old brass ones. Are we trading durability for style? Also, laying everything out first is good, but I usually end up having to run to the store anyway because some random fitting’s missing or doesn’t match. Anyone else feel like the “weekend job” label is just marketing at this point?
Honestly, I think the lighter feel is intentional—less material, less waste. The brass ones are tanks, sure, but they’re overkill for most homes. I’ve had a “green” faucet in my kitchen for a year now and it’s holding up fine. Maybe it’s just a matter of getting used to the new materials? And yeah, the “weekend job” thing is optimistic at best... I always end up making two trips minimum.
I get what you mean about the lighter materials—they do seem more eco-friendly, and honestly, I was surprised how sturdy my new faucet feels, even though it’s nowhere near as heavy as the old brass one. Still, I kinda miss the weight sometimes. As for “weekend job,” yeah, that’s never happened for me. There’s always one weird part or tool I didn’t know I needed... Home Depot must love me by now.
WEEKEND PLUMBING JOBS NEVER STICK TO THE SCHEDULE
That’s so true about the lighter materials—at first, I was convinced my new kitchen faucet would feel flimsy, but it’s held up just fine. Still, there’s something about the old-school heft that feels reassuring, right? And yeah, “weekend job” is always wishful thinking for me too. I swear, every time I start a project, I end up making at least two extra trips for some random fitting or tool I didn’t even know existed. It’s honestly kind of comforting to know I’m not the only one who ends up wandering the aisles at Home Depot on a Sunday afternoon...
I hear you on the extra trips—every “quick” job seems to turn into a scavenger hunt for that one weird adapter. I’ve started double-checking YouTube videos and making a list before heading out, but even then, there’s always some oddball part I missed. Honestly, the lighter faucets surprised me too. I used to think heavier meant better quality, but my budget pick’s been totally fine so far. Maybe it’s just nostalgia making the old stuff seem better?
