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There is a style and design of basin tap available to fit every washbasin and every user’s requirements. Whatever design of bathroom you have in mind you should be able to find the perfect taps for your basin.

Taps are the most used items in the bathroom, so they need to be hardwearing, easy to use and stylish. Bright, shiny taps reflect light all around your bathroom and make it literally sparkle, so they are a key factor in bathroom design.

Chrome is the most popular finish because it is easy to clean and reflects light well, although other materials are available. The choice goes from traditional basin tap styles to super modern mixers to finish off minimalist designer bathrooms.

Taps need to be matched to the style of basin that you choose. For example a basin with three pre-drilled holes is designed for a basin mixer tap, and some basins like the vessel type require a tap with a high spout, or a wall mounted tap positioned correctly. If in doubt consult you supplier before attempting to match taps to a basin. It is not always simple.

A good quality tap will last for many years so choose a style that you will continue to like. Also make sure that you opt for a solid metal tap with ceramic discs in the cartridge. It is a waste of money to buy cheap basin taps because they get a lot of wear and will start to look old very soon. If money is a consideration it might be wise to try to save some money on something else in the bathroom instead of fitting cheap taps to your basin.