Faucet body and drain constructed from solid brass The gold standard in plumbing - brass is ultra durable as it is highly corrosion resistant and handles variable temperatures better than any other metal Drip-free ceramic disc hot & cold valve cartridges The "Y" hose features quick connect joints - simply push the hose onto the coupling until it clicks (no tools required) Reflective finishes are plated & brushed finishes use a process called Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD) - both of which are guaranteed to last a