Fitting mixer taps

[Whitey]

Hi guys

Any comments on fitting a new mixer tap to a crappy existing sink ?

I have finally had enough of scolding myself when the water is too hot !

From what I have seen, the holes aren't in ideal locations, so any ideas on a work-around would be great.

Thanks !

Chris

 

[Dieselman]

You might be able to source a mixer tap with that spacing, you also need an overflow fitting.

 

[Whitey]

I will keep looking.

 

[renault12ts]

If, as Will says you can find a tap with the correct spacing, then it's a straight forward fit...if you've done taps before.

And, yes, an overflow might be a good idea.

 

[Whitey]

I'm not worried about the plumbing side of things, more about sourcing some taps.

I will need a plug to go with the overflow !

 

[Dieselman]

LEVER DECK KITCHEN SINK MIXER TAP CHROME ON BRASS BODY | eBay

 

[Whitey]

My taps seem to have 175mm centres - so hopefully there will be wiggle room ?

 

[Whitey]

MIXER TAP ADJUSTABLE CENTERS, OPTIONAL SPOUTS - HANDLES | eBay

 

[Whitey]

I think I will change the kitchen

 

[developer]

If you're actually scalding yourself the water is too hot.

 

[StevenN]

I can take a look tomorrow and offer some options?
it looks like a sit on sink rather than an inset

 

[Merc Owner 2B]

You need a standard sink deck mixer with 180mm spigot centres. Should be available just about everywhere.

I agree with reinstating the overflow but this may mean changing the sink outlet and adjusting the waste pipe beneath as the trap will be forced downwards. Not exactly straight forward if you've never done it!

An hours work for a good plumber so mught be worth getting someone in if you're not sure

 

[StevenN]

As per previous post. 180mm centres are standard.
A deck mixer should set you back no more than £28
A combination waste will be required £2.50 + a roll of PTFE tape
You are too far away for me to offer to sell the items as the carriage would wipe out any saving I can give

Club Deck Sink Mixer Chrome Plated With Metal Heads | Contemporary Value Club Kitchen Taps | Mixer taps | Bristan

Regards
Steve

 

[Rich27]

How about a plug?

Put the plug in.
Fill with Hot water.
Top up with cold water until the water is at your required temperature.

 

[Whitey]

Thanks for the advice guys.

I should have made my initial post more technical rather than light hearted.

I don't actually scold myself - it would just be nice to have a mixer tap.

We have never had a plug and I don't intend to install an overflow.

If the trap manages to get blocked then it would overflow anyway imo.

I will have a look under the sink and see if there is any wiggle room.

Cheers.

 

[Bellow]

The tube type of plug is both plug and overflow. Not ideal for a centrally placed drain, but if you did need water in the basin, it's a simple and safe solution with no additional plumbing required.

Mixer taps are one of the best inventions - ever!

 

[Whitey]

I don't need to put water in the basin, aaarrgh

I've had a look underneath and the plumbing is straight forward, just got to chance some taps. I can always modify the holes if need be - but that won't be fun on stainless.

 

[developer]

I don't need to put water in the basin, aaarrgh

I've had a look underneath and the plumbing is straight forward, just got to chance some taps. I can always modify the holes if need be - but that won't be fun on stainless.

Just on a point of detail (not to make you go aaaaaaaargh even more ), it's a sink - as in "everything including the kitchen sink".

A basin is what you find in a bathroom .

 

[Harrythedog]

As previously stated standard mixer taps should fit. They'll probably come with 2 tap connector pipes about 300mm long I think ( you'd better check). These conns will have 1/2 inch female connectors on to fit 1/2 female so make sure you have these under the sink before you try to fit. If they are older type taps the connections may be soldered so you'll have to adapt as necessary

 

[Whitey]

Nothing soldered on the SINK taps

Compression fitting to 15mm pipe.

This morning I have been repairing a Honeywell divert valve, so have been put off looking at taps today.

At lease it has warmed up !