Whether you’re renovating your old bathroom or styling a new one, basin tapware is a great solution for enhancing the overall look and feel of the room. Choosing a basin tap may sound simple, but it’s only if you’re absolutely sure of what you’re looking for. There is a variety of basin taps out there and numerous small details that can make a big difference.

When selecting basin taps most people focus mainly on functionality and reliability and overlook aesthetic. If chosen carefully, the basin tap can easily become the focal point of your bathroom space. The idea is to find a basin tap that ticks all the boxes, enhances function and style and complements the look of your bathroom.

There is a huge range of styles, both modern and traditional, square or curved designs, waterfall or aerated spout and more, that you can choose from. Depending on your bathroom design as well as your personal preferences, you can find basin tapware that fits your bathroom perfectly. To help you choose right, here are the most common basin taps available on the market these days.

This is the most common type of basin taps in modern bathroom designs. Basin mixers are designed for basins and baths featuring a single tap hole. They have a single spout and both hot and cold water is dispensed from it. They come with a single lever that controls the water temperature and flow or with twin lever taps, one for cold and another one for hot water.

Tall basin taps feature one tap hole and one spout and are an ideal solution for countertop basins. They are mounted to the worktop or the vanity unit instead of the basin. This is a great idea if you want to achieve a stylish and luxury appearance to your bathroom and keep your basin look uncluttered.

Since not all taps and countertops basins are the same size, choose carefully and ensure there is enough space from the top of the countertop basin to where the spout exits on your tap. And most importantly, make sure that there is enough space on the counter to mount your tap behind the basin.

As the name suggests, 3-piece basin taps require 3 holes. One hole is for the spout and the other two holes are for the hot and cold levers. This type of basin taps gives you ultimate control over water temperature and flow. They are available in both traditional and modern styles, so you can easily find one that suits your bathroom. Usually, 3-piece taps are installed on vanity or countertop.

This type of basin taps is one of the most modern tap styles and is mainly used with a countertop basin. Mounting the taps on the wall provides a clear area around your basin and a modern, minimalist look. But the good news is that they are available in both modern and traditional designs. You can find wall-mounted bathroom tap designs with a backplate, with a single lever and others with both hot and cold water handles.

One of their greatest advantages is that you can place them wherever you like on the wall as long as you make sure it’s not too high, so the water won’t splash everywhere once it hits the basin. Beware of placing it too low as well because you may knock your hands on the tap or the basin.

This type of basin taps is the latest and most stylish and modern evolution of the traditional tap design. Waterfall taps add a touch of glamour thanks to their eye-catching design that creates an elegant water cascade from a single, open spout. They are available in many different sizes and widths and most of them are controlled by one handle. Similar to other mixer taps, this type is easy to use and easy to install, too.

Basin taps are used on a daily basis and investing in quality bathroom basin taps pays off in the long term. When it comes to the style of your bathroom, you can opt for cross-head taps to create a timeless appearance or waterfall taps for adding a touch of a chic and contemporary look.

If you’re simply buying a basin tap to replace an old one, consider where the tap is going and how many holes it requires. Also, performance really matters and to ensure the best possible one from your new tap, it’s necessary to check if it has the correct water pressure for your home system. It’s a good idea to check the water pressure requirements of each tap to make sure your bathroom meets them.

When it comes to tall basin mixers, having the right water pressure is more important than any other type of basin taps. The water has further to travel in your tall basin tap, so the pressure required is a little bit higher than with other basin taps. You can find tall basin taps that work well with low pressure as well, just make sure you look carefully before purchasing one.

And finally, you can select from a range of different finishes, from chrome to matt black to stainless steel, brushed brass basin taps and many others. Polished chrome basin taps are the most popular choice as they can blend seamlessly in with other chrome fixtures in your bathroom, such as the shower or some accessories. Matte black taps, on the other hand, create a cool and chic look with a designer touch.