With the grand return of old world tapware, there’s no doubt that adding these classic pieces to your home is a testament to love for timeless grace in design. Who said old wasn’t gold? Give your home the unique charm it deserves with these stunning works of art.
Read MoreThere’s no denying that gun metal finish has been creating waves in the world of interior design. It’s a subtle yet striking finish that is unsurprisingly the current big trend. Gun metal is rich in tone, providing a personality to a space unlike any other finish. It blends beautifully with countless colours and styles without being overpowering.
Read MoreIt is so important to choose tapware of high quality, with high quality components and long warranties. Look for tapware with German made components, especially cartridges. Germany has a long history of manufacturing these to a high standard, and they are a safe bet when it comes to the heart of your tap. All tapware should always meet Australian standards for quality and water efficiency.
Read MoreThere is usually a simple solution to wall tapware being installed too deep. Three-piece tapware has spindle extenders available, and wall mixers have body extensions available. This basically extends where the handle in front of the tile connects to the body behind the tile. Presto, problem solved. These parts are cheap depending on where you get them I suppose, but even if you get them from a big company that really overcharges, it will still be much, much cheaper than the labour cost of retiling.
Read MorePop down wastes: what are they? How do you choose one? Plug and wastes for basins and baths are available in many different configurations with different advantages and disadvantages. There are the pop-ups that have become the most popular choice due to their sleek look and competitive pricing, there are two piece plug and wastes that also remain popular, and there are pop-down wastes that are quickly becoming the go-to choice for astute builders and DIYers.
Read MoreSensor tapware is clever and modern specialty tapware that allows the user a touch free washing experience.
An infrared sensor picks up the users hands when they are under the tap. The sensor activates a solenoid valve and water begins to flow. Some models have factory settings while others allow the plumber to set the sensor range at the time of installation.
Sensor taps are powered so will require either mains or battery power.
Sensor taps can be wall mounted or basin/bench mounted and come in a wide variety of styles and finishes to suit any home bathroom or commercial setting.
Read MoreThe 5 Fs for choosing a kitchen sink tap plus 5 bonus tips! Fixing: The first thing to think about when choosing a kitchen sink tap is it’s fixing or mounting. Where are you going to attach it? Form: it’s shape is arguably the second most important F word when it comes to selection. This includes considering the aesthetics of your kitchen, your home, and the prospective new tapware. Function: Next, think about what functions you would like in your sink tap. Finish: Considering the finish of your prospective sink tapware is important because it allows you to match it with the rest of your kitchen. Think about your kitchen hardware like cabinet handles, think about your appliances, and your fittings such as lights. Feel: Lastly, you want to consider the feel of the tap, that is the ergonomics. How does the handle feel in your hand and is it easy to control. Tapware that has fiddly handles might start to annoy you after a while.
Read MoreIn most homes the kitchen is the centre of activity. That is why we’ve chosen the kitchen sink as the subject of our inaugural blog post. I’ll try to work in a roughly descending order of what I think are the eight most important considerations, then end with a few little tips that can help you to get the most out of your kitchen sink.
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