If you have chosen to read this article, you probably feel overwhelmed by all the information and different taps. You are now looking for a tap for the first time or in need of inspiration. In this article, we are going to talk about how to replace a tap, how to make the perfect choice and inspiration from 3 brands that sell different taps.
A new tap
There are many types of taps available. At our webshop, you have already found more than 10 different taps. The first choice you are going to have to make is whether it is a tap for the kitchen or for a wash basin. If you’ve made that choice then you can choose whether to go for a mixer tap, a boiling water tap, sink tap, shower tap or a bath tap.
A mixer tap, in which you get cold and hot water. Perfect for the kitchen and the bathroom.
A Grohe boiling water tap is the trend of the moment for the kitchen. With this, you don’t have to specially turn off the kettle to boil hot water. This comes straight from your tap.
The best taps
Axor mixers
If you want to give your bathroom a more luxurious feel, then Axor taps are for you. Axor specialises in bathroom taps. They have a wide range of basin mixers, bath mixers and shower mixers.
Axor has several series. One of the bestseller is the Citterio series. In this, you have this modern basin mixer.
Villeroy and Boch taps
Villeroy and Boch is a very well-known brand in the bathroom industry. They have a wide range of Villeroy and Boch taps. They have taps for the kitchen and for the bathroom. So if you like to match your taps then you should take a look at them.
Blanco taps
Germany’s largest specialist in kitchen mixers has a wide range of taps for the kitchen. Blanco taps have an innovative style to suit any home.
Replacing the tap
Have you made up your mind which tap you are going to take. Then you can now install the new tap and replace the old one. Keep in mind that every tap has a different way of replacement: The basis is the same but there are small adjustments that need to be made.
To know if the tap will fit, then you need to measure the centre distance. This is the distance between the centre of the hot water inlet and the cold water connection.
If you are still not going to replace it yourself then you can always use an expert.
- Prepare. You make sure you have toolbox at hand. Don’t forget to close the corner stop valves to avoid a waterfall.
- Remove your old tap. Loosen the nuts and disconnect the hose.
- Fit your new tap.
What to pay attention to
When fitting the new tap. Don’t forget to fit the odour barrier to avoid unwanted smell.
The cost of fitting a new tap, can vary depending on the situation. For the kitchen, it is between 250-500 euros. For the bathroom 100-300 euros and for the bathtub 300-400 euros.
Consider the functionality of the tap. With the kitchen in that, you will figure out which height is best for you.
