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Basin & Wall Taps
Basin taps come in two mounting types, and picking the wrong one means redoing plumbing. A deck mounted mixer sits on the basin or countertop and needs a tap hole. A wall mounted faucet comes out of the wall, which looks cleaner and frees up counter space, but the water points have to be roughed in before tiling. If your bathroom is already tiled, deck mounted is usually the realistic choice.
The other thing worth checking is spout height and reach against your basin. A tall spout pouring into a shallow countertop bowl will splash every time. We carry basin mixers, cold taps and wall faucets from Vera Ceramica, Aalto, Nobel and G.Ferretti, in chrome, matt black, gunmetal, brushed nickel and gold, so a set can be matched across the whole bathroom. If you already know you want a single lever, the mixer tap range narrows it down, and where there is no hot feed the cold taps are the shorter list. Taps for a service yard or utility area sit under wall and bib taps.
Bring a photo of your basin and we will tell you what fits. Still choosing the basin itself? The art basin and console range and the wall hung basins are the two that most often decide which tap you end up with.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a basin mixer and a wall mounted faucet?
A basin mixer sits on the basin or countertop and needs a tap hole drilled for it. A wall mounted faucet comes out of the wall and needs its water points roughed in before tiling. For a bathroom that is already tiled, a deck mounted basin mixer is the practical choice.
Do I need a hot water point for a basin mixer?
Yes. A mixer blends hot and cold, so without a hot feed at the basin it works only as a cold tap. Many HDB bathrooms run the water heater to the shower alone, so check the pipework under your vanity before buying one.
What tap height suits a countertop basin?
A countertop basin sits above the counter, so it needs a tall basin mixer or a wall mounted faucet. A standard height tap will sit level with or below the rim and pour against the side of the bowl.
Which basin tap brands does Homus carry?
Vera Ceramica, Aalto, Nobel and G.Ferretti make up most of the basin and wall tap range, out of more than 40 brands carried across the showrooms. Finishes include chrome, matt black, gunmetal, brushed nickel and gold.
Can I see the taps before buying?
Yes. Both showrooms, T-Space in Tampines and near Lavender MRT, keep our best sellers and best-value taps out on the floor, so you can test the lever action and compare finishes under real light. If the one you want is not on display, the team will pull up the full catalogue with you and order it in. Open 11am to 8pm daily.
