Browse Forums Kitchen Corner 1 Aug 18, 2011 7:52 pm what do we need to consider when we buy kitchen taps pls ? Can someone recommend a couple of brands for kitchen sinks ? I was once told (by a Bunnings guy) that Methven is good. I was thinking of getting one which has that can be pulled out but a sales person at E&S advised that is not recommended as our hot water system is and old system ie the tank is in the attic. He said that sort of tap will not work with our old hot water system (something to do with gravity). Appreciate some advice. thank you. Re: Kitchen taps - what to consider when buying ? 3Aug 19, 2011 2:09 pm I've got a fancy Methven in my laundry, was wrong delivery but they put it in. Great tap I've got a Grohe in the kitchen, it is great. I didn't bother with one that pulls out we had one in the last house and I never used it. Re: Kitchen taps - what to consider when buying ? 4Aug 19, 2011 2:58 pm From someone who has a kitchen mixer tap that is an absolute b*tch to keep clean (too many bits and pieces and moving parts), my 2c would be to consider something easy to keep clean and easy to keep looking 'nice'. I'll be changing ours as soon as it hits the top of the priority list and we have the funds to do so . HHCIB Re: Kitchen taps - what to consider when buying ? 5Aug 19, 2011 3:27 pm For the kitchen sink tap, I like the tall square gooseneck tap offered by either Methven or Alder Alto, because you don't need to swivel it away when washing big plates or pots. E&S Trading has a very good video on how to choose a good quality sink http://www.estrading.com.au/how-to-choose-a-good-quality-sink/w1/i1036225 Hi It came to my attention after the handover that - The facade cladding on the face and the side are not straight. -The face tapers down by 50mm from left to right and… 0 2441 Bathroom renovation will likely include a back-to-corner bath and we’re considering a freestanding tap with hand-held shower such as the picture included. My hesitation… 0 24683 Yeah I don't know why I came to a forum. Place is full of wierdos/pedos thought internet may help but I suppose I'll try my luck with someone in person. Cheers. I tried… 0 6389 |