STYLISE YOUR SINK WITH
A SINGLE LEVER BASIN MIXER

Bathroom taps: we use them multiple times per day for a variety of tasks. Therefore it’s easy to see them simply as functional bathroom items, not things that can be stylised. However, trendy mixer taps are catching on. Investing in a new single lever basin mixer can do a lot to add some extra precision and style to your bathroom. Designed with a distinctively high spout, these elegant taps boast a neat combination of classical and contemporary aesthetics and are packed with special GROHE technology.

SINGLE LEVER BASIN TAPS: WHAT ARE THEY?

So what is a single lever basin tap exactly? Essentially, they are taps that feature a single control lever and a high spout. The single lever is easy to operate, while still allowing for the same temperature control and mixing as a conventional independent tap system. These taps are ideal for freestanding basins as they take up a lot less space around the sink area.

WHAT TO LOOK OUT FOR IN A SINGLE LEVER BASIN MIXER

Depending on the single lever tap that you go for, there are a few different aspects and functionalities to look out for.

  • Size: When it comes to choosing the size of your single lever basin mixer tap, there are a few different options available. Choosing the right size can depend on the type of sink that you have. For instance, an XL single lever basin mixer works best with a deep vessel basin, while the single lever taps with shorter spouts are better used with shallower sinks.
  • Shape: It’s important that your tap and basin match and complement each other nicely so bear this in mind when choosing your single lever basin mixer.
  • Installation: None of us want to have a tap that requires an engineering degree to install! So it’s always worth double checking the type of fitting the tap has before you buy it. Look out for the easy to use monobloc installation when choosing your single lever basin tap.
  • Colour: Taps don’t just have to be silver. There’s lots of other great colour options out there that can elegantly compliment your bathroom’s design. Check out Cool Sunrise or Brushed Hard Graphite for something a little different.

INTELLIGENTLY DESIGNED

It’s not just smart looks that make single lever basin taps appealing. The technology and abundance of clever features in these taps make using them easier and more efficient.

SINGLE LEVER FOR EASIER OPERATION

The biggest advantage of these taps is their single control lever. This allows you to turn on and operate them with just one hand – particularly useful if the other hand is full. Even if both of your hands are dirty, and you want to keep the lever clean, it’s easy to operate the single lever using your arm or the back of your hand.

TEMPERATURE CONTROL MADE EASY

Say goodbye to the frustration of trying to get the perfect temperature from a traditional 2-lever mixer tap. With a single lever basin mixer, adjusting the temperature is much easier and the lever’s position provides a visual indication of the temperature of the water.

TOP OR SIDE LEVER

You have a choice to make when it comes to deciding which single lever basin mixer you want to go for. Levers are positioned on either the top or the side of the tap. Levers positioned on the top can be accessed from either side, which is great for households with both left and right-handers. However, for a house full of lefties for example, choose a tap with the lever on the left-hand side for quicker and easier use.

ADJUSTABLE SPOUT

Single lever basin mixers that have C- shaped spouts are often built with the ability to be swivelled and adjusted. This adds a lot of versatility to your sink, as it allows you to move the tap out of the way and create more space to work.

SMARTER WATER FLOW

Wasting water is something that we all work hard to try to avoid. Thankfully, single lever basin taps are able to reduce the overall amount of wasted water. Because the right temperature can be found more quickly, you’ll spend less time running water to reach the correct temperature.

SPECIALIST GROHE FEATURES

The GROHE range of single lever basin taps offer a wide variety of designs and an abundance of clever features.

  • GROHE EcoJoy: This technology works to minimise water usage through your single lever basin mixer. Even though the water usage decreases, the quality of the spray that the tap produces stays the same. The EcoJoy system contributes towards GROHE’s sustainability project, part of which is to ensure responsible water usage.
  • GROHE SilkMove: This is another clever feature found on many of the GROHE single lever basin mixers. SilkMove cartridge technology works to ensure smooth, easy and precise control throughout the life of the tap. This makes it even easier to set the correct temperature and water flow.
  • GROHE QuickFix Plus: This system cuts one-hole installation times by 50% so you don’t have to spend the entire weekend fitting your new tap.
  • GROHE AquaGuide: The AquaGuide system allows you to set the angle of the aerator on your single lever basin mixer tap so that it matches up to the style and depth of your sink. This helps to cut down on annoying splashes and spills.