A faucet aerator is one of the simplest upgrades you can make to improve water efficiency throughout your home. These small screw-on attachments fit the tip of your faucet spout and mix air into the water stream, reducing splashing and cutting water usage without sacrificing pressure. Whether you need a kitchen faucet aerator, a bathroom faucet aerator or a water saving aerator for the whole house, your local Ace has the right supplies to get the job done right the first time.
What Is a Faucet Aerator?
A sink aerator does more than control water flow. Here is a closer look at what it does and who it is built for.
- What it does:Blends air with water to create a smooth, consistent stream that reduces splashing and feels strong.
- What it saves:Reduces water usage by 30 to 50% compared to faucets without aerators, helping lower utility bills.
- Who uses it:Homeowners, renters and anyone looking to make a simple, high-impact plumbing upgrade.
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Types of Faucet Aerators
Finding the right aerator starts with knowing where and how it will be used. Here is a look at the most common types available.
- Kitchen faucet aerators:Typically deliver 1.5 to 2.2 GPM, making them well suited for filling pots, rinsing produce and everyday washing. Browse our kitchen faucets if you are also considering a full fixture upgrade.
- Bathroom faucet aerators:Operate at lower flow rates of 0.5 to 1.2 GPM to reduce splashing and support water conservation. Explore our bathroom sink faucets for complete fixture options.
- Low flow and water saving aerators:EPA WaterSense certified models use no more than 1.5 GPM and can save hundreds of gallons per year without sacrificing perceived pressure.
- Swivel faucet aerators:Rotate up to 360 degrees to direct water exactly where you need it, ideal for large kitchen sinks and multi-use workspaces.
- Faucet aerator adapters:Bridge the gap between your faucet's thread type and a new aerator, especially useful for non-standard or older faucets.
Faucet Aerator Sizes
Getting the right fit starts with understanding faucet aerator sizes. Use this quick reference to find your match before you shop.
- Regular size:Male thread 15/16 inch, female thread 55/64 inch, roughly the size of a nickel
- Junior size:Male thread 13/16 inch, female thread 3/4 inch, roughly the size of a dime
- Tom Thumb size:Male thread M18x1, female thread M16x1, roughly the size of a penny
Thread type matters too. A male threaded aerator has threads on the outside and screws into a faucet with internal threads. A female threaded aerator has threads on the inside and attaches to a faucet with external threads.
Shop Faucet Aerators Near You at Ace Hardware
Shop online for fast shipping and free in-store pickup, or find faucet aerators near you at your neighborhood Ace where our helpful staff can match you with the right size and type on the spot. While you are here, explore our full plumbing department, including tub and shower faucets and plumbing washers, for everything your home needs in one convenient place.
