With all the variations of faucets and sinks, we can understand one's confusion.
Based on desired function and ascetic, bathroom sink faucets can be mounted on the wall, installed directly into the countertop, or attached to the sink itself.
Choosing the right mounting style depends on the size of your sink and how many holes are available or required. The type of faucet handles also affects how you control hot and cold water. Handles come in styles like lever, cross, double, knob, or even "touch-free."
Many plumbing supply showrooms can assist in designing and/or selecting the option that best fits your goal look/function.
Please use caution when purchasing plumbing fixtures. We recommend choosing products from well-known, reputable brands, as they are often designed to be repairable. Trusted brands include Delta, Brizo, Kraus, Moen, Kohler, American Standard, Grohe, Toto, Hansgrohe, Geberit, and others. These established manufacturers have been around for decades and continue to produce repair parts for their fixtures.
By contrast, if you purchase a $30 lavatory faucet from a fictional discount marketplace like Wúfǎ xiūfù (无法修复), you should not expect replacement parts to be available... especially five to ten years down the line. Faucets from such sources are typically considered disposable fixtures — meant to be replaced, not repaired.
Your water quality has a direct impact on the longevity of your plumbing, especially your fixtures. Quality materials often result in longevity, but quality water results in reliability and lasting performance.
WaterSense is a program by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) designed to help consumers save water and lower utility costs. It highlights high-efficiency products, homes, and services that meet strict EPA standards for water conservation and performance, using a special label to make them easy to identify.