Choosing a new bathroom tap

During bathroom renovations, sink taps are almost always taken for granted. Most people don’t even realise the huge impact a tap can make.

If you’re in the process of sprucing up your bathroom, remember that a carefully chosen tap can greatly affect your overall bathroom design. Here are four main things to consider when buying a new bathroom tap

Budget

Tap prices depend on the complexity, functionality and uniqueness of the design that you want. Set a budget, but keep your pockets open for better tap choices. Having the plumbing system checked, and the tap installation done by a licensed plumber will cost you around $50 per hour. However, this price goes higher as the demand and complexity of the project increase.

Style
What is the tap for? Are you improving an outdated sink or planning a complete bathroom renovation? Your choices will be somewhat limited if the tap is retrofitted into an existing sink since it should complement the other fixtures you already have in the bathroom. If you’re having a complete bathroom renovation, then there’s a wider variety of choices for you. Don’t forget to decide about the finish that you want. Make sure that the tap’s finish matches the tub and shower fixtures for design consistency in the bathroom.

Function
To get the most suitable tap, assess your bathroom tap usage before visiting a showroom. If you have kids who often forget to turn off the water after use, then an automatic tap is a good choice.

Fit
This is the technical part of the project. Print a design inspiration for the tap that you want, and bring it to the showroom so they can assist you in picking out a tap that fits your sink. Show the same picture to the plumber as well, so they’ll have an idea about how you want the finished job to look. If you’re buying a tap and sink separately, make sure that the tap fits the sink perfectly. If you’re unsure about this part, you can get the plumber you’ve hired to buy the tap for you. All you have to do is tell them what you want in detail.

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