Basin Mixer Taps, Bathroom Sink Mixer Taps
Shop online today for basin mixer taps. Our range includes mono bloc, wall-mounted, tall and basin mixer taps in a variety of finishes, including chrome, black and brushed brass. Our basin taps are designed to last, featuring high-quality materials and spare parts availability. Take a look at our tall basin mixer taps, cloakroom basin taps and wall mounted taps.
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Basin Mixer Taps : Helpful Guide
Basin mixer taps are one of the most popular range of bathroom products we sell, with many sleek styles, sizes and finishes available to buy online from At Home Bathrooms. If you are unsure what type of basin mixer tap you require, have a read of our short guide below.
What is a Basin Mixer Tap ?
A basin mixer taps come in various designs but the overall principal design is one tap know as a 'mixer tap' or 'monobloc mixer tap'
This tap is designed to be installed with a basin that have one hole (normally at the centre back) The mixer tap delivers both hot and cold water combined from the spout.
How do you alter the flow of water from the tap ?
To control the amount of water from the tap, simply left the level or stalk on top of the tap. Close to stop the water.
How do you control the temperature ?
To alter the temperature of the water, the lever or stalk can be pushed left or right.
Are basin mixer taps easy to install?
We always advise speaking with your installer to check your choice of tap is suitable for your basin and water system. The majority of the ranges come with 'flexible tails' to connect onto your existing pipework.
Cool Start Taps, as known as as 'Cold Start Taps..
Some brands of basin mixer taps are known as 'cool' or 'cold start' taps. To operate these taps, the control (such as lever or stalk) only lefts up to begin with and then turn to one side for hot water. This is particularly beneficial to save energy if you have a combi boiler - it saves the boilers turning on and off each time the tap is operated)
Take look at the short video below. Credit : Hansgrohe
Other Types of Basin Mixer Taps :
As well as monobloc mixer taps, other common types taps are available to buy which are designed to be used in conjunction with certain types of bathroom products:
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Basin Monobloc Mixer Taps - suitable for most basins with a single tap hole.
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Deck mounted 2 tap hole or 3 tap hole - suitable for basins with two or three tap holes
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Wall mounted basin taps - designed for use with countertop basins or basins without any tap holes.
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Tall Basin Mixer Taps - suitable for use with countertop bowls, installed on worktops, behind or next to the basin.
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Traditional basin taps - often Victorian or Edwardian classic controls, perfect for traditional bathroom settings.
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Bath & Basin Tap Packs - a convenient way to buy bath and basin taps that match.
Basin Mixer Tap Finishes :
We have plenty of basin mixer taps for sale in both modem and traditional styles. there's plenty of choice of finishes to suit your new bathroom design! including...
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Chrome - our best selling finish!
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Black basin mixer taps - a trendy matt black finish! combine with black showers
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Brushed brass basin taps - designed to compliment brushed brass fittings throughout your bathroom!
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Polished brass - a beautiful finish of basin mixer taps & polished brass showers
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Brushed Steel - a sleek modern finish
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Matt White - popular combination with co ordinating shower valves and accessories
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Brushed Bronze - a new finish for 2024 - more new ranges coming to the bathroom market!