The holidays bring people together. With friends and family gathered around the table, your kitchen often becomes the true center of the home. Whether you’re preparing a multi-course feast or just managing endless dishes and glasses, the right sink, faucet, and accessories can make hosting smoother and more enjoyable. A few well-chosen upgrades—both functional and beautiful—can ease holiday stress and elevate your everyday cooking long after the season ends.
Below, we highlight key innovations from Brizo, Waterstone, The Mountain Plumbing, Nantucket Sinks, Newport Brass, and others that are designed to help your kitchen keep pace with holiday hosting.
Touchless Control with Brizo SmartTouch® Technology
When cooking for a crowd, your hands are often covered in flour, marinades, or oils. Turning on a faucet without leaving smudges everywhere can feel impossible. Brizo’s SmartTouch® Technology provides an elegant solution.
How it works: A simple tap anywhere on the faucet body, spout, or handle activates the flow of water. Another tap turns it off. You don’t need to twist knobs or touch the handle with messy hands.
Design flexibility: SmartTouch® is available in Brizo’s Artesso and Litze kitchen collections, offering both sleek, contemporary lines and versatility for transitional spaces.
Efficiency: Pairing SmartTouch® with Brizo’s TempID® feature means you can see the water temperature via a small LED light, reducing the risk of burns or wasted water.
This technology is especially practical during the holidays, when food prep is constant and every second counts. Explore Brizo to see available finishes and styles.
Cleaner, Safer Water with Waterstone’s Ultimate Under Sink System
Guests notice the details, and offering filtered water without cluttering your countertop makes entertaining easier. Waterstone’s Ultimate Under Sink System integrates advanced filtration into your existing sink setup.
Multi-stage filtration: Designed to reduce chlorine, sediment, heavy metals, and other common impurities, delivering clean-tasting water for cooking and drinking.
Compact engineering: Fits neatly under the sink without taking up valuable cabinet space.
Pairing options: Works seamlessly with Waterstone’s dedicated cold-water faucets or combination hot-and-cold beverage faucets.
During the holidays, when you’re filling pots for pasta, rinsing vegetables, or serving sparkling water, this system ensures everything tastes pure and fresh. Explore Waterstone for compatible faucet options and finish pairings.
Waste Management Made Simple: The Mountain Plumbing Stealth Garbage Disposal
No matter how organized you are, hosting leads to extra food scraps. A reliable disposal prevents clogged drains and keeps your kitchen cleaner between courses. The Stealth Garbage Disposal by Mountain Plumbing is engineered for both power and quiet operation.
Sound insulation: Reduces the mechanical hum so you can carry on conversations without disruption.
High-torque motor: Handles dense scraps like vegetable peels and small bones more efficiently.
Durable build: Stainless-steel grinding components resist corrosion for long-term reliability.
Coupling this with a durable sink flange and stopper from Mountain Plumbing ensures your workstation stays clear while guests are around. Explore Mountain Plumbing for more disposal and accessory options.
Multi-Tasking Sinks: Nantucket Sinks Pro Series Workstations
Holiday hosting often means prepping multiple dishes at once, washing large roasting pans, and quickly clearing plates. The Nantucket Sinks Pro Series Workstations are designed for exactly this kind of multitasking.
Integrated ledges: Built-in rails let you slide cutting boards, colanders, and drying racks right over the sink. This expands usable counter space.
Deep basins: Accommodate oversized cookware like stockpots and baking sheets.
Premium stainless steel: 16-gauge construction resists dents and wear, while sound-deadening pads reduce noise.
Instead of constantly juggling space on crowded countertops, a workstation sink becomes the hub of the kitchen. During the holidays, you’ll appreciate the flexibility of rinsing vegetables, chopping garnishes, and drying glasses—all in one place. Explore Nantucket Sinks to view configurations from single to double-bowl designs.
Elegant Flexibility: Newport Brass Pull-Down Kitchen Faucet
A well-designed faucet should combine performance with style. The Muncy Series Pull-Down Faucet by Newport Brass offers both.
Pull-down spray: Extendable hose with dual spray patterns makes rinsing large pans or filling stockpots simple.
Solid brass construction: Ensures durability and resists corrosion.
Finish options: Available in over 25 finishes, from polished nickel to matte black, to coordinate seamlessly with your kitchen palette.
Design details: The Muncy Series kitchen faucet features a gently arched spout and minimalist handle, striking a balance between modern and traditional aesthetics.
For holiday hosts, the pull-down spray is particularly helpful when washing bulky serveware or quickly cleaning the sink between tasks. Explore Newport Brass to see finish swatches and handle configurations.
Don’t Forget the Details: Durable Sink Drains
The most overlooked part of a kitchen sink setup is often the drain. Yet during the holidays, this component sees constant use. Investing in a quality drain ensures long-term performance.
Mountain Plumbing drains: Known for heavy-duty construction and compatibility with garbage disposals, available in finishes that match most faucet lines.
Brasstech drains: Offer precise engineering and finish consistency, making them a strong choice for design-conscious homeowners.
A well-matched drain not only prevents leaks and wear but also creates a cohesive look when paired with your faucet and sink. Choosing a durable drain means you won’t be dealing with failures when the kitchen is at its busiest. Explore Brasstech for available configurations.
Holiday Hosting Benefits at a Glance
When combined, these fixtures and accessories create a holiday-ready kitchen:
- Hands-free faucet control keeps prep sanitary and fast.
- Filtered water improves taste for both cooking and drinking.
- Quiet, powerful disposal simplifies cleanup.
- Workstation sinks expand space and efficiency.
- Pull-down spray faucets provide flexibility for large cookware.
- Durable drains ensure reliable performance under heavy use.
Each piece contributes to a smoother, more enjoyable hosting experience.
How We Can Help
Choosing the right kitchen fixtures is about more than looks. It’s about performance, reliability, and how well each piece works together in your space. At PlumbTile, our knowledgeable sales consultants are delighted to help you compare finishes, confirm compatibility, and select products that fit your holiday hosting needs and your everyday lifestyle.
Call us at 858-859-9691 to discuss options, request finish samples, or get expert guidance on your next kitchen upgrade.
