Bathroom

IDEAL TEMPERATURE FOR
THE WHOLE FAMILY

Are you tired of paying high water bills and are you worried about the risks of your children burning thermselves due to a hot water temperature which greatly varies? These parents have decided to install thermostatic mixers in their two bathrooms.

The temperature is controlled and consequently, they are saving water; discover in a video, why this family does not regret having chosen the thermostatic mixer tap !

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Built-in or wall mounted shower ?

These two thermostatic solutions provide the same performance but the sleek and discreet design of the built-in shower will require more installation and hence a higher budget.

More classic and more common, the shower fixed on the wall is easily installed and there is a larger range of mixers for such showers, particularly because of the standard dimension of 150 millimetres which separates the cold and hot water connections.

How to choose a shower thermostatic mixer tap ?

Not easy to choose from amongst all the models. There are options according to your budget annd desires in order to optimise your safety and comfort : the safety button which limits the temperature at 38°C, the push-button to save water which limits the pressure, the cool unit which allows you to touch the mixer without burning yourself, and the design offered by the manufacturers’ brands for thermostat taps.

Also make sure that the product is approved to a a thermostatic standard to ensure its guarantee of quality. Ask your installer or supplier for details.

Where to buy the shower thermostatic mixer tap ?

You can buy a shower thermostatic mixing valve from a DIY superstore or from specialised stores, from showrooms or directly online from the manufacturers’ websites.

For more information, please check our brands page.

Our recommendation ? Test the thermostatic taps before buying one.

Where to test the thermostatic mixer tap ?

There are many places which allow you to use, compare and test the thermostatic mixing valve. The DIY stores often have large shelves with different taps. Showrooms are also an excellent place to know more about the product and to try it.

Touch it, turn the knobs, check the options available… be curious !

How much does a thermostatic mixer tap cost ?

Contrary to popular belief, the price difference between a thermostatic mixer and a classic tap is very little. However, with the thermostatic, your water and energy bills will not be as high. You can find efficient mixers at a range of prices. The additional options, the design and the brand will make the difference in pricing.

Our recommendation ?
Avoid entry-level products which may have health risks (burning) and they often have a limited lifespan.

SINK

How to choose a mixer tap for a sink ?

There are two thermostat technologies available for a sink :

– the classic thermostatic mixer with two levers
– the single lever thermostatic mixer.

New in the market, the single lever mixer is used to regulate the pressure and the temperature of the water with only one lever. Not very well known yet, it is just now making its appearance in the shelves of the stores. In any case, do check that the product is approved to a thermostatic standard. Ask your installer or supplier for more details.

Where to buy a thermostatic mixer tap ?

You can buy it from the DIY stores and from specialised stores, from showrooms, or directly online.

Our recommendation ?
Test the taps before buying to make sure that they meet your expectations.

Where to test a thermostatic mixer tap ?

We recommend that you test the mixer before buying it. After all, it will be a very important object in your daily life !

A showroom is the ideal place to visualise a bathroom. However, specialised stores have a wide range of options.

How much does it cost ?

You are not sure if you want to buy a thermostatic mixer because it costs more than a mechanical mixer ?

It’s true, but the price difference is only a few Euros, which will quickly be profitable to you because you will be saving water and energy.

You can find efficient thermostat mixers at a range of prices, but we recommend that you avoid entry level products which may need to be replaced more frequently or could even burn you. Also, purcahse products that have been approved to a thermosatic standard. Ask your installer or supplier to confirm.

BRANDS

Radiator heads, solutions for heated floors or thermostatic mixing valves, Comap has a very varied set of products to thermostate all the rooms in your home.

Founded in 1928, the French company DELABIE is the European leader in sanitary equipment for public places and healthcare facilities.

The excellent reputation of the German manufacturer is not random. Known for their reliability, the Hansgrohe thermostatic mixers are among the most appreciated in the market.

Founded in 1927, the French company Presto is a leader in the design and manufacturing of taps meant for sanitary installations in communities, health establishments and laboratories.

Simple and refined design, high quality finishing, the Roca mixers offer very good value for money.

Refer to the list of brands With more than 40 years of experience, TRES GRIFERIAS is a Spanish company which offers a range of taps for the entire house.