Replacing a kitchen mixer tap but what type do I need?
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Bigweed
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Replacing a kitchen mixer tap but what type do I need?

by Bigweed » Thu Jun 24, 2021 2:41 pm

Our kitchen tap has developed a drip which has been going on for a while.

I've been looking for a replacement but have no idea if I need deck mounted, surface mounted, monobloc, etc. I'm a bit hapless at DIY, but promised the wife I would sort it out.

My current tap is below:

https://postimg.cc/gallery/cHzLJ41

If anyone can recommend what type of tap it is I need, how I can remove the one I have already, and some tips on installing the new one would be really appreciated

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Re: Replacing a kitchen mixer tap but what type do I need?

by stoneyboy » Fri Jun 25, 2021 11:48 pm

Hi bigweed
You will need a monobloc tap.
Turn off the water supplies to the tap, undo the flexible hoses, undo the fixing nut under the tap and lift the tap out of the hole.
To be honest you will be better off paying a plumber to do this, it’s a frustrating task which needs tools and possibly extra fittings to connect the water supplies.
Regards S

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