FAQs Taps/Mixers

🔹 Ceramic taps use a ceramic disc cartridge instead of a rubber washer to control water flow.

🔹 Inside the tap, two ceramic discs slide against each other, allowing precise control over water flow and temperature.

🔹 Unlike washer taps, ceramic taps require only a quarter or half-turn to fully open or close.

💡 Key Benefit: Longer lifespan and no need to replace washers!

✅ Smooth & Effortless Operation – Easy to turn on/off with a quarter-turn.

✅ Long-Lasting & Durable – Lasts much longer than traditional taps with washers.

✅ Modern Design Options – Available in chrome, matte black, brass, and other finishes.

✅ Less Maintenance – No need to replace worn-out washers frequently.

🔹 A mixer tap is a tap that combines hot and cold water into a single spout.

🔹 It is controlled by one or two levers to adjust the temperature and water flow.

🔹 Commonly used in kitchen sinks, bathroom basins, and laundry tubs.

💡 Key Benefit: Easier temperature control and modern aesthetic compared to traditional two-tap systems.

✅ One-Handed Operation – Adjust temperature and flow with a single lever.

✅ Modern & Stylish – Sleek designs available in chrome, matte black, brushed brass, and more.

✅ Space-Saving – Requires only one tap hole, unlike separate hot/cold taps.

✅ Easy to Use – Suitable for children, elderly, and people with limited mobility.

🔹 Single-Lever Mixer Tap – One handle controls water flow and temperature.

🔹 Wall-Mounted Mixer Tap – Installed directly onto the wall, freeing up counter space.

🔹 Tall Basin Mixer – Higher spout, ideal for above-counter basins.

🔹 Kitchen Sink Mixer – Often includes a swivel spout or pull-out spray nozzle.

🔹 Gooseneck Mixer – Features a high, curved spout for filling large pots and easy cleaning.

🔹 Pull-Out / Pull-Down Mixer Tap – Common in kitchens, has an extendable spray hose for convenience.

✔ 10-15 years with High-quality brands with ceramic disc cartridges last longer.