When two taps become one - hand basin.

poker--addict

Hi all,

I don’t want to change all the hand basins in a property but do detest two taps in one sink- burnt my hands as a child too many times!

I see a solution which also merges the tap/valves described as a Bath tap on Amazon but do you know any better options and is this change of taps so unusual that I’m struggling to find much choice?

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Modern-Bathroom-Curved-Filler-Mounted/dp/B07R6XMNYS/ref%3Dasc_df_B07R6XMNYS/?tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=371989877656&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=7021806167144689436&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=20487&hvtargid=pla-824160531502&psc=1&tag=&ref=&adgrpid=79390522994&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvadid=371989877656&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=7021806167144689436&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=20487&hvtargid=pla-824160531502

https://www.buyitdirect.ie/p/alfa-bath-filler-beba_26694?refsource=bidieadwords&mkwid=svGTWQJ6j_dm&pcrid=482838950779&product=BeBa_26694&pgrid=114198385896&ptaid=pla-951931170642&channel=googlesearch&gclid=Cj0KCQjw6s2IBhCnARIsAP8RfAhdChHU5QF0clcssHMPxB0zq57TZW6Uj96VyxSzTe89IINOFJ6_Ce0aAv_PEALw_wcB

Also there are options retaining two taps and merged spout

Vogue Twin Mixer Lever Deck Tap Swivel Spout Sink Faucet With Hot Cold Levers

https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B004S2GU9Q/ref%3Dcm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_MC2TT9YXBM36A2KZFNT8?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

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fritzelly

I'd rather spend the few extra euro to replace the sink than those huge taps - not sure how those prevent you from still burning your hands if that is your phobia

poker--addict

I get your point Fritz, but there are 5 basins to resolve so it adds up at the moment. My starting point was your suggestion, I might see if i can find lower quotes, but what is there is fine, just not a fan of the tap format.

antoinolachtnai

would it be feasible to put a mixer tap on one side and blank the other side?

the other thing you could do is reduce the temperature of the hot water in your hot cylinder.

poker--addict

Ok I don't have a real phobia of burnt hands. Two separate taps is old school and not exactly efficient or expedient. Changing the sink may be nicest way of getting a merged flow of water. I was just hoping there may be another eloquent solution which didnt generate the extra work and cost which goes with tearing sinks out.

youtheman

If you are worried just about 'scalding' you could put a 'thermostatic mixer' on the common feed from the hot water cylinder. This will limit the max hot water temperature, and is adjustable. These are mandatory on cylinders that are connected to solar panels where the water can get very hot (and is in fact a major safety concern).