Sketch of kitchen sink with double bowls and hob mounted taps

What is a hob mounted tap?

Taps can be installed: on a wall, on a bench, or into pre-drilled holes in the bath, sink or vanity. Hob mounted A hob mounted tap is usually installed directly into a bench or wall. A longer-than-normal spout might be needed to reach the bowl. Sink mounted Sink mounted taps are usually installed within the…

Sketch of toilet with S-trap plumbing

S-trap, P-trap and skew trap toilets

What’s the difference between a P trap, S trap or skew trap toilet? The answer has everything to do with the shape of the toilet plumbing. S-trap The S-trap toilet pipework usually exits through the floor. P-trap The P-trap toilet pipework usually exits through the wall directly behind the toilet. Skew trap The pipework for…

Photo of person washing hands over bathroom vanity sink

What is a polymarble vanity top?

Polymarble is essentially a moulded plastic. It can look great and minor scratches can (apparently) be sanded away. However, there is one major disadvantage with polymarble: maximum water heat 60 degrees Celsius Water temperates over 60 degrees Celsius can cause the plastic to blister. If your hot water system has a temperature control setting, this…