Bathroom Taps

The subject of taps can often be a dry one. They are essential but easy to overlook and are sometimes seen as an afterthought. They have gone through years of redesign and innovations; all of which have led to the thousands of different variations we have today.

It is very easy to mistake bath taps for basin taps. Due to the function of a bathroom tap, there is only so much you can do, design-wise, to differentiate them. This could unfortunately lead to getting the perfect style of tap you want and then realising it won’t fit once you get home.

To make this process as simple as possible, we have split bath taps and basin taps into their own categories to ensure this type of mix-up doesn’t happen to us.

To choose the right tap for you there are several things to consider to narrow down your list of choices. Below are a few useful tips for buying your new taps as well as address some things to be aware of to make your life a little bit easier before reaching a decision. For more specific advice to discuss your situation in-depth, feel free to call or get in touch online.

When it comes to decorating your bathroom, you should look at it as an opportunity to update every aspect of the space, including taps. If you decide to renovate your bathroom, taps can be used as a good opportunity to add a pop of colour to the room or act as a statement of style.

Your taps needn’t just be purely function over form. We’re all used to seeing the separate hot and cold taps of yesteryear, a traditional, classic look but not for everyone. Our extensive range covers taps to fit in with every style of bathroom imaginable.

Choose from materials and finishes including:

• Chrome
• Brass
• Stainless steel
• Matt black

From tap types such as:

• Monobloc
• Mixer
• Pillar (separate hot and cold taps)
• Wall-mounted

It is vital that your taps are suitable for the water pressure in your home. Water pressure in the UK can vary greatly depending on your location and the plumbing in your home.

Although you can use low-pressure taps for high-pressure systems, the reverse isn’t true. If you use a tap designed for high-pressure systems with low-pressure water the flow of liquid will be much slower.

As a general rule, if you have a combination boiler, it is likely you will have a medium to high-pressure system. For gravity-fed systems you will have low pressure. It is best to hire a professional to check your water pressure for you before making a purchase, just to be sure.

There are three common types of water pressure in the UK, here is a look at the best type of taps for each:

1. Low Water Pressure (less than 0.5 bar):

• Mixer Taps with Built-in Pumps: Using a pump to boost the water pressure, these taps create a steady flow of water even when dealing with the lowest pressure water systems.

2. Medium Water Pressure (0.5 to 1.0 bar):

• Mixer Taps: The standard choice for most modern systems. Mixer taps work well with medium and high-pressure systems. They also provide better control over the flow and temperature of the water.
• Thermostatic Mixer Taps: Able to maintain a consistent water temperature thanks to in-built temperature indicators.

3. High Water Pressure (above 1.0 bar):

• Mixer Taps: High-pressure systems can handle most types of mixer taps.
• Monobloc Mixer Taps: With a single lever to control both temperature and water flow, these are ideal for higher pressure systems.