Pot Filler - Interior Design Glossary

A pot filler is a specialized faucet mounted on the wall behind the cooktop, featuring an articulated arm that extends over burners to fill pots directly where they'll cook. This eliminates carrying heavy water-filled pots from sink to stove—a convenience serious cooks quickly consider essential. When not in use, the double-jointed arm folds flat against the wall. Pot fillers require dedicated plumbing but no drain—they only fill, not empty.

Key Characteristics

✓Wall-mounted behind stove
✓Articulated folding arm
✓Reaches over burners
✓Cold water only (usually)
✓Requires dedicated water line
✓Folds flat when not in use

Types & Variations

Double-joint pot filler

Single-joint pot filler

Deck-mounted pot filler

Commercial style pot filler

Traditional pot filler

Common Materials

BrassStainless steelChrome finishVarious finishes

Works Well With These Styles

Professional Traditional Transitional Modern Farmhouse

Placement & Usage Tips

Mount 12-18 inches above the cooktop—high enough to clear large pots on back burners. Center over the cooktop or offset toward the most-used burner. Plan plumbing during construction; retrofit is invasive.

💡 Pro Tip

Pot fillers are cold water only—no one puts warm water in a pot to boil. Ensure the extended reach covers your back burners where large stock pots typically sit. Match the finish to your primary faucet.