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Old 02-13-2025, 06:36 AM
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Originally Posted by Topspinmo View Post
For me, I changed out bathroom faucet when I replaced Accor hoses. Now I have to wait even longer for hot water. The new faucet has flow rate of 1.2 GPM which takes for ever to get hot water even close to water heater.

Also the hose connection different size, 1/2” vs 3/8” (not big deal). I could imagine how long it take to get to furthest faucet. Which I timed over 30 seconds with old delta that flow I guessing twice as much (can’t find spec on old one).

So if plan in replacement look at flow rate if you have to wait for hot water.

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Delta-Fo...4mgJEGi4&gQT=1
If I'm not mistaken there is a federal regulation for faucet flow rates. I have typically bought Moen faucets in the past because you can easily remove the restrictor without hacking the faucet (in case you gotta return it for some reason).