Delta Faucet

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Country: United States (US)
Founded: 1954
HQ: Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
Employees: ~2400-3000
Parent: Subsidiary of Masco Corporation, founded in 1929

Indexes

Bath & Shower

Overview

Delta Faucet Company manufactures residential and commercial faucets, shower systems, kitchen sinks, toilets, and related accessories under brands including Delta, Brizo, Kraus, Peerless, and Newport Brass. Headquartered in Indianapolis, it holds a leading position in the U.S. plumbing fixtures market as one of the largest manufacturers. The company is recognized for innovations like the single-handle ball-valve faucet introduced in 1954 and touch-sensor technologies.

History

Founded in 1954 by Masco Corporation as a subsidiary to commercialize the single-handle ball-valve faucet invented by an external party and refined by Alex Manoogian. Key milestones include opening manufacturing plants starting in Greensburg, Indiana in 1958, expanding to multiple U.S. sites, introducing Touch2O touch-sensor faucets in 2011, acquiring Kraus in 2020, and folding Newport Brass into the division in February 2025. Corporate headquarters moved to Carmel, Indiana in 1981 and expanded significantly in 2015-2017.

Product Lines

Product Line	Positioning	Price Range
Delta Faucets	Everyday residential kitchen and bath faucets	$100 - $600
Brizo Faucets	Luxury designer kitchen and bath collections	$400 - $1,800
Kraus Sinks and Faucets	Modern stainless steel kitchen sinks and faucets	$150 - $800
Peerless Faucets	Affordable entry-level bath and kitchen fixtures	$50 - $250
Newport Brass Faucets	Premium traditional and contemporary bath faucets	$300 - $1,200

Manufacturing

Operates in-house manufacturing facilities in the U.S. including Greensburg, Indiana; Jackson, Tennessee; Lapeer, Michigan; Morgantown, Kentucky; and East Rutherford, New Jersey, plus Panyu, China. Previously had a plant in Chickasha, Oklahoma until 2006. Products are primarily made at these company-owned sites.

Notable Products

Delta Single-Handle Ball-Valve Faucet - Original 1954 innovation mixing hot and cold water with one lever using a ball valve.
Touch2O Kitchen Faucet - 2011 touch-sensor faucet activated by touch for hands-free operation.
Touch2O.xt Bathroom Faucet - Capacitive sensor model for hands-free use in bathrooms introduced in 2011.
Delta Kitchen Sinks - Stainless steel sinks manufacturing started in 2017.
Brizo Shower Systems - Luxury shower fixtures with advanced water delivery features.

Reputation

Delta is regarded by professionals as a reliable mid-market leader with durable products and strong innovation in water-efficient technologies. Enthusiasts praise its Delta and Brizo lines for quality and design variety, though some note higher-end models can have occasional leak issues over time. The brand maintains a solid reputation, evidenced by BBB accreditation since 2024 and consistent market share growth.

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