FAQs
Q1. What makes a kitchen tap 'traditional'?
A: Traditional taps feature classic design details like bridge construction, crosshead or lever handles, curved C-spouts or shepherd's crook spouts, and heritage finishes like pewter, polished nickel, gold and brass. They are often inspired by Victorian, Edwardian and French farmhouse styles.
Q2. What types of traditional taps do you offer?
A: We offer bridge mixer taps, twin-lever monobloc taps, 2-tap-hole pillar taps, pot filler wall taps, bib taps, and matching filter and rinse models. Many are also available as 3-in-1 instant hot water taps.
Q3. Which brands are best for traditional kitchen taps?
A: Perrin & Rowe is our leading traditional brand - handmade in England with iconic models like Picardie, Aquitaine, Celeste, and Alsace. We also offer premium traditional designs from Austen & Co., Franke, Rangemaster and Riobel.
Q4. What finishes suit a traditional kitchen?
A: Chrome is timeless, but for a true heritage look choose polished nickel, pewter, English bronze, polished brass, satin brass or gold. These finishes pair beautifully with ceramic Belfast sinks and Shaker kitchens.
Q5. Can I get a pull-out rinse with a traditional tap?
A: Yes. Most traditional models like Picardie and Provence are available with a matching rinse version, which includes a separate pull-out hand spray on a 1.2m hose for rinsing veg and cleaning up.
Q6. What pressure do traditional taps need?
A: Most traditional bridge taps require a minimum of 1 bar pressure due to their ceramic valves. Single-lever traditional models may work from 0.5 bar. If you have low pressure, please check the product specification.
Q7. Do you sell matching accessories for traditional taps?
A: Yes, you can complete the look with matching soap dispensers, pot fillers, instant hot water taps, bar taps, filter taps and sink wastes in the same finish.