DIY Doctor UK DIY Forums

R.Kondapalli

I have a old bath mixer tap(Victorian?) that's dripping cold water. I think a washer/ceramic valve to be replaced? I took the top knob off and removed the underlying screw. But, the tap wont come off. Any help is appreciated. I have the photo of the tap. Thanks, Chris
https://1drv.ms/u/s!Aq8gDghpU8BDzDExJcxq_tI-swv6

R.Kondapalli

Plumbbob, As you have suggested, it appears to be, the solution is option 2 I.e., unscrewing lever bar. However, Its very tight when I try to unscrew with hand. Before I try it harder using a tool, may sound dumb but can I check, I believe I turn the lever bar anti clock wise to open? It looks like ...

R.Kondapalli

Thanks for your reply Plumbbob.

No red/blue mark and it all looks sealed. So, will be trying out option 2 tomorrow.

Excellent point about ceramic discs..I believe I have to clear the lime scale for these? Recently bought this house so dont know of any warranty.

R.Kondapalli

Hi ya, first time post so please bear with me. I am a new diy'er eager to learn. I noticed a kitchen tap dripping and going through some posts looks like change of washer would fix it. However, this tap looks to be different to all other taps I have seen and there is no screw to undo and open the ta...

Project Type A - E

Project Type F - G

Project Type G - J

Project Type M - P

Project Type R - T

Useful Tips

Search found 4 matches

Bath mixer tap dripping

Re: How to Change a Cartridge in a Sink Tap but Cannot Access Tap?

Re: How to Change a Cartridge in a Sink Tap but Cannot Access Tap?

How to Change a Cartridge in a Sink Tap but Cannot Access Tap?

Main navigation

Search found 4 matches

Bath mixer tap dripping

Re: How to Change a Cartridge in a Sink Tap but Cannot Access Tap?

Re: How to Change a Cartridge in a Sink Tap but Cannot Access Tap?

How to Change a Cartridge in a Sink Tap but Cannot Access Tap?