I previously had a Grohe faucet, which this new one replaced. The prior model had a lovely brass pipe below the counter, with a brass fitting that seated it. This new model has a plastic fitting below the counter that ratchets the faucet into place. Because the ratchet prevents over-tightening, there is 'play' in the seating, making the faucet wobble slightly. I can foresee this being a problem in the future. Seems cheap and short-lived. I wish the Ladylux had brass seatings.