Taps and fittings

With the introduction of the modern bathroom mixer, we are moving beyond the old model of a two-control faucet to a more effective and visually pleasing design and, above all, better functionality. The mixer tap can be of various types, different finishes, various styles.
Recently, families of 'evolved' mixers have also been introduced and become established, such as the mixer with thermostatic function and automatic mixers, which activate the water supply when a body meets the infrared sensor. And finally, the latest arrival, hydroprogressive mixers, which with a single movement allow you to switch from cold to lukewarm and finally to hot water.

But let's look at one thing at a time. 
In the meantime, if you want to get an overview of bathroom mixers you could start by clicking here:

the mixer in the bathroom

Chromium-plated brass has always been the best-selling faucet, as it is the most popular material for bathroom taps. However, I would not underestimate the super-strong stainless steel, which is also gaining ground in the taps and fittings market. 

Steel is not very popular in the taps industry. Until recently it was only used in public areas or for special situations, but now we are also seeing this durable material enter the bathrooms of private homes, usually as a complement to modern-looking furnishings. But the opaque finish that characterises it cannot meet the tastes of everyone and the design of every bathroom: if you want a more glossy and reflective surface, the choice will necessarily fall on brass.

There are many differences, so I leave you with this article to delve into the subject and identify which material is best suited to your tastes and needs:

taps: brass or steel?

If you weren't aware of it yet, bathroom taps are encountering a new material: stainless steel! Stainless steel taps have an important feature: they cannot have the reflective sheen of brass, the main material used in the production of bathroom taps, but have a semi-matt finish. It remains a shiny and durable object, but you won't be able to reflect yourself on it!

However, this can be a plus: in modern bathrooms a matt finish is very much in vogue. You could contrast the opacity of the tap with an extremely shiny ceramic basin, or accompany it with a matt ceramic basin for the sake of essential continuity. Of course, whether it contrasts with or matches the basin you have chosen, the steel tap will make a statement in your bathroom!

On this subject, I leave you with this article where you will discover the 10 good reasons to choose a steel tap:

steel bathroom taps

A bare material without the right finish does not complete the bathroom. Depending on the design you choose and the look you want to give your bathroom fittings, you should choose the right finish.

The finish not only allows you to choose the right colour for your bathroom tapware, but also ensures greater resistance, durability and hygiene of the product: limescale water can be ruinous for the tap, so it is important to choose a finish that prevents it from ruining the tap, an essential and highly visible element in the bathroom.

I therefore suggest the article on finishes to learn about the differences between the various ones we offer:

taps: the finishes

Before you think that the obvious solution is a classic chemical limescale remover bottle, let's look at all the options together. Like any good citizen of the planet, you should try to avoid using and wasting too many chemicals, because there are good 'natural' alternatives that don't harm the environment or your tap. While the chemicals in limescale removers will solve your problem, over time they will also ruin the surface on which they are used. 

This is why we have dedicated an article to the maintenance of taps, how to avoid problems and how to prevent the formation of limescale:  taps and fittings: cleaning limescale

Some natural methods - which are just as effective in cleaning up limescale in your bathroom faucets - may seem like 'old-fashioned methods' to you, and indeed they are. For others, you will have to interact with your plumber, but bear in mind that what you will spend today to prevent limescale build-up (not only in taps) you will certainly save in the time of breakdowns and service centres. 

Did you know that you can find taps on the market that are designed to save water? Choosing a water-saving tap will not only be good for the environment, it will also be good for your pocket! Lower bills and green choice, need I say more?

The waste of drinking water on our planet is a serious problem which, if not tackled, will lead to a real "water crisis" in our country too (there are already several areas of the world where the scarcity of drinking water has led to serious consequences on people's quality of life and life expectancy). Water is life, it is important to respect and conserve it.

In this article we explain how a simple change can have a big impact:

bathroom tap: save water!

Once you've tried it, it's hard to do without the convenience of a thermostatic bath mixer: its function is to keep the temperature constant, protecting and preventing any scalding due to changes in water temperature.

Once the temperature has been set, the thermostatic valve will regulate the mix of cold and hot water so that the temperature remains constant: the occasional drop in temperature while in the shower can be forgotten!

Read more about it in this article:

thermostatic mixer, opinions and advice

As a company, we choose high-quality, Italian manufacturers. We rely on experienced craftsmen in our area, focusing on made in Italy products, and we assiduously search for the highest quality items (which, therefore, have an amazing durability and remain perfect for many years) to offer our customers.

We deal in particular with first-class and relevant companies in the bathroom fittings sector, such as CEA, Gessi, Bellosta and Nobili.

You can learn more about the various brands in this article:

our suppliers of taps and fittings

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As well as coming to our shops and ordering new taps and fittings, you can take advantage of our showroom exchanges and take home at a lower price elements from the showroom or wrong orders, still in excellent condition and ready to be brought into your home!Enter the outlet and find the right deal for you:  OUTLET bathroom taps