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Basic setThe This is one of the spares that aims to be fixed to the wall and connects the pipes for wall-mounted taps.

Bath panelThis is a cover that clads the external sides of the bathtub.

Basin Tapthe basin tap is a tap with a single lever to adjust the temperature and water flow. It can also be made of two separate handles that control independently the flow of cold and warm water.

Bath screenThese are mostly used for the shower bath and provide from splashing water all over the place.

BidetIt is a sanitary product that is made of a bowl and a tap. It purposes intimate cleansing and is sized lower than the toilet to bring more convenience.

Clawfoot bathtubThis bathtub is simply a bathtub with feet fitted on it. It can be placed anywhere in the bathroom as the tap system goes under.

Cloakroom basinThis is a basin of a tiny size that is made to suit a small bathroom.

Concealed cisternconcealed cistern is a cistern hidden behind the wall of your bathroom, which enables the toilet pan to sit flush against the wall. With the pips hidden, it suits perfectly a modern design.

Corner bathtubThe corner bathtub combines functionalities and style. It is manufactured in many ways: asymmetric, whirlpool, oversized, etc. Its main convenience is that it fits in a corner and then use less space

Countertop basinUnlike a wall-mounted washbasin, the countertop basin is freestanding. This feature makes it more aesthetic than a washbasin, and it is also available in different materials.

DiverterThe diverter is a device that diverts the water flow. For example, in a shower, it affords to switch between the shower head and the overhead.

Flush PlatesThe Flush Plate is the mechanism used to operate the flush of a WC with a built-in flush tank. It links the support frame and the triggering of the toilet cistern.

Freestanding BathThe Freestanding Bath is a bath where the stability rests on its supporting structure. It is therefore not built in and can be simply placed at the desired place in the bathroom. This type of bath is generally larger than a conventional one.

Japanese ToiletThe Japanese Toilet has the appearance of a classic WC but has additional features. This type of toilet cleans itself after use and includes a hand shower to wash intimate parts.

Reversing ValveA Reversing Valve is a device that allows you to change the direction of the water supply. Example: In the shower, it allows you to switch from the shower head to the hand shower or from the tap to the hand shower (see below).

RosetteA Rosette is a spare part that has 2 major functionalities: to link a wall and a built-in sanitary device (exit rosette) and/or to improve the aesthetics of a built-in sanitary product (finishing rosette). A rosette can have all kinds of shapes (round, square, rectangular…).

SiphonA siphon is a device that is placed between a sanitary device and its drain pipe. Indeed, it prevents odours from rising thanks to the presence of clean water in a part of the pipe. For example, washbasin pipes use siphons.

Shower ArmThe Shower Arm is used to hold the shower head. It can be wall mounted or linked to the shower bar.

Shower HeadThe Shower Head is a device for showering. It can be installed in the wall/ceiling, or linked to the shower column. There are various kind of Shower Heads: Rain Shower Head (can be installed directly on the ceiling or not), Square shower head, Ceiling Shower Head (= recessed shower head on the ceiling), Waterfall Shower Head and Wall Mounted Shower head (= recessed shower head on the wall).

Shower Head HolderThis device, embedded in the wall, allows you to hold a hand shower.
Shower RailThe Shower Rail is a vertical device that is an integral part of the shower column.

Shower TrayThe lower part of the device of a shower used to receive water and allow it to drain. The shower tray can be installed on the bathroom floor (Italian shower) or have sides. It is available in several shapes: rectangular, quadrant, and square.

Tap AeratorThe Tap Aerator is a device that is placed at the outlet of the tap (the place where the water flows). It saves water by injecting tiny air bubbles into the outlet water, without losing the comfort of water flow.

Thermostatic ShowerThe Thermostatic Shower is a device made up of several elements. There can be only a few or all of them: a shower bar, a shower rail and/or a hand shower and/or a mixer tap.

Toilet CisternA Toilet Cistern is a ready-to-install and plug-in frame for supporting a toilet. It also allows you to hide the pipes and cistern inside the wall.

Wall Hung ToiletThe Wall Hung Toilet does not have a column and is recessed in the wall, which is why it works thanks to a support frame.

Whirlpool BathThis bathtub looks like a conventional bathtub except for one thing: it is equipped with water jets. This allows you to wash yourself and get a massage locally due to the water pressure.