Most bathroom and kitchen faucets have fittings called faucet aerators. These fittings mix air into the water as it passes through the aerator faucet to create a smooth stream made up of numerous tiny ...

Take a look at the bottom of the faucet on most modern kitchen and bathroom sinks, and you’ll probably see a small, round screen called an aerator. This thin piece of metal helps to control the water ...

When water no longer flows properly from the faucet, it's often due to the aerator. Photo: Getty Images Is the water from the tap not flowing evenly anymore? It might be due to the aerator. This ...

Whether in the kitchen or the bathroom (or anywhere else, really!), buildup on faucet heads can lead to low flow and eventual bacterial growth—neither of which is desirable. When that happens, it’s ...