Bathroom Taps
Choosing bathroom taps starts with more than finding a style or finish you like. Your tapware must suit the basin, bath or shower where it will be installed, the available tap holes and plumbing, the required mounting position and your home's water-pressure system.
At Restoration Online, you can shop traditional and modern bathroom tapware for basins, baths, showers and other bathroom applications. Our range includes separate hot and cold tap sets, single-control mixers, wall-mounted tapware, telephone bath taps, pillar and bib taps, and accessible options in a wide selection of finishes.
Many collections include coordinating basin, bath and shower fittings, allowing you to carry the same design throughout the bathroom. If you need help comparing specifications or finding matching products, our experienced team is happy to assist before you order.
Find the right bathroom taps for your project
The first step is to identify where the tap will be installed and the type of tapware the fixture and plumbing can accommodate.
Basin taps
Basin taps include traditional three-piece sets with separate hot and cold controls and a central spout, as well as tap pairs and other configurations for bathroom basins. Check the number and position of the tap holes, along with the spout height and reach, to make sure the selected tapware suits your basin.
This is especially important with above-counter vessel basins, where a taller tap or wall-mounted spout may be required. The water should reach comfortably into the bowl without landing too close to the edge or creating excessive splashing.
Bathroom mixer taps
Bathroom mixer taps combine hot and cold water through one control. This category includes basin mixers, bath mixers and wall-mounted mixers, so it is important to check the intended application and mounting method rather than assuming every mixer is designed for a basin.
Bath taps
Bath taps may be mounted on the wall, on a hob or bath surround, on the edge of a suitable bath, or on the floor beside a freestanding bath. Check the specified mounting position and make sure the spout height and projection will clear the edge of the bath and direct water comfortably inside it.
Shower taps and wall mixers
Choose from traditional separate shower taps or streamlined wall mixers and assemblies. Wall-mounted tapware requires compatible plumbing within the wall, so the tap body, breech, outlet positions and other installation requirements should be confirmed before tiling or lining the wall.
Telephone taps and specialised options
Telephone taps are traditional bath tap sets with a flexible handpiece. The tap set can be used to fill the bath, while the handset is useful for bathing and rinsing. It is generally not designed to replace a properly positioned standalone shower. In a shower-over-bath setting, separate shower fittings may also be required.
Our wider range also includes pillar and bib taps, bidet taps and accessible bathroom taps for more specialised applications.
Replacing existing bathroom taps
If you are replacing tapware without replacing or modifying the basin, bath, benchtop or tiled wall, matching the existing configuration is usually the simplest option. Before ordering, check:
- how many tap holes or wall outlets you currently have
- whether the tapware is bench, basin, wall, hob or floor mounted
- the distance between existing holes or plumbing outlets
- the mounting dimensions and connection requirements
- the height and reach or projection of the spout
- whether the new fitting will cover any existing holes or marks.
A single-hole mixer cannot normally replace a three-hole tap set without alterations, just as wall-mounted tapware cannot be exchanged for bench-mounted tapware without plumbing and building work. Changing configurations may require modifications to the plumbing, benchtop, basin, bath or wall. If you do not have a clean slate, compare the product specifications with your existing installation and discuss any proposed changes with your plumber.
Check the measurements before ordering
Two bathroom taps can look similar online while having quite different proportions. Compare the listed measurements with the fixture where the tap will be installed, paying particular attention to:
- Spout reach or projection: how far the outlet extends from its mounting point.
- Spout height: the available clearance above the basin, bench or bath.
- Hole centres: the distance between mounting points on tap sets.
- Mounting dimensions: the space and hole sizes required to secure the tapware.
The spout should direct water comfortably into the basin or bath. A spout that is too short may leave water landing close to the edge, while one that is too long or high for a shallow basin may contribute to splashing.
Bathroom taps and water pressure
Not every tap is suitable for every water-pressure system. Pressure information is provided on many of our individual product pages, and our taps are suitable for standard mains-pressure systems unless the product specifications state otherwise.
If your home has gravity-fed, tank-fed, unusually low-pressure or another non-standard water system, check the stated pressure requirements and ask your plumber to confirm suitability before ordering. The individual tap's intended application and specifications should also be checked rather than assuming visually similar bath, basin and kitchen taps are interchangeable.
Australian tapware may not be compatible with plumbing systems in other countries. Overseas customers should have a local plumber check the connections, pressure requirements and required in-wall components before ordering. Australian wall-mounted tapware requires a separate in-wall breech, which overseas customers will generally need to source locally.
Choosing and matching bathroom tap finishes
Bathroom tapware is available in finishes ranging from classic chrome and nickel through to brass, bronze, copper, matte black and gunmetal. Some are stable finishes designed to retain a relatively consistent appearance, while living or unlacquered finishes are intended to tarnish and develop a natural patina. Always check the care and finish information for the individual product, as construction and coatings vary between manufacturers.
Finish names are not standardised across the industry. For example, brushed brass or antique brass from one manufacturer may differ in colour, texture and sheen from another manufacturer's version. For the closest match, we recommend selecting basin, bath and shower tapware from the same brand and finish collection wherever possible.
If you are coordinating tapware with bathroom accessories or other fittings from another brand, do not assume an identically named finish will be exact. Product samples or physical comparisons may be helpful where a very close match is important.
What is included with bathroom tapware?
Always read the individual product description and specifications to confirm what is included. Lifestyle photographs may show basins, wastes, shower fittings, handpieces or accessories that are not supplied with the tapware.
A three-piece tap set generally consists of two controls and a separate spout, but inclusions can vary. Required wastes, in-wall bodies, breeches, hoses and other installation components may be included, offered separately or need to be sourced for the particular installation. If anything is unclear, contact us with the product details before ordering.
Planning a coordinated bathroom
Selecting tapware early can make it easier to coordinate the plumbing, tap holes and fixture dimensions. Many ranges include matching taps for the basin, bath and shower, along with complementary fittings in the same finish.
When selecting a new bathroom basin, consider it alongside the tapware so the mounting configuration, tap height and spout reach work together. You can then coordinate the room with complementary bathroom accessories, including towel rails, robe hooks, toilet roll holders and soap dishes.
Orders are screened as they enter our system so our team can identify apparent finish or compatibility concerns, and products are carefully checked and packed before despatch. We still recommend opening and checking all items within 24–48 hours of delivery and before installation begins.
Bathroom tap FAQs
Identify the existing number of tap holes or wall outlets, the mounting position, hole centres and other relevant measurements. Matching the current configuration is generally the simplest approach when the basin, bath, benchtop or wall is not also being replaced. Compare these details with the product specifications and speak with your plumber if alterations may be required.
A mixer combines the hot and cold water through one control and outlet. Traditional tap sets use separate hot and cold controls and may have a shared central spout. The appropriate choice depends on the available tap holes, plumbing arrangement and preferred style.
No. Basins differ in their tap-hole configuration, mounting space and dimensions. Check the required mounting method, tap-hole arrangement, spout height and projection against the basin before ordering. Above-counter basins often require additional height or a suitable wall-mounted arrangement.
Do not assume bath and basin taps are interchangeable, even when they look similar. Their dimensions, intended application, flow characteristics and product specifications may differ. Check the individual product and have your plumber confirm suitability if you are considering using it for a different application.
Not necessarily. Finish names are not standardised, so the colour and sheen can vary between manufacturers even when the same finish name is used. Choosing products from the same brand and finish collection provides the best chance of a close match.
A living finish is designed to change naturally through exposure, handling and use, developing variations and patina over time. Protected finishes are made to retain a more consistent appearance. Refer to the manufacturer's care information for the particular tap, as finish behaviour and maintenance requirements vary.
Suitability depends on the pressure requirements of the individual product. Check the pressure rating shown on the product page and ask your plumber to confirm suitability for gravity-fed, tank-fed or unusually low-pressure systems before ordering.
Inclusions vary between products. Check the individual description and specifications rather than relying on the lifestyle images, as pictured basins, wastes, handpieces, shower fittings and installation components may be sold separately.
Telephone taps can fill a bath, and their handpiece is useful for bathing and rinsing. The handset is generally not intended to replace a properly positioned standalone shower. A shower-over-bath installation may therefore require separate shower fittings.
Bathroom tapware should be installed by a licensed plumber. This is particularly important when changing tap configurations, installing wall-mounted products or working with unusual plumbing or water-pressure systems.
Where applicable, WaterMark certification and WELS registration information is shown on the individual product page. Your plumber can also advise which requirements apply to your installation.
