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Tap handle won’t turn off – common causes and fast fixes If your tap handle won’t turn off (original parts still fitted), the issue is usually inside the valve. Below are the quickest checks and fixes. We supply genuine parts only – no compatibles – and have over 40 years’ experience helping customers repair their […]
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Leave a Comment (0) →What Is a Kitchen Tap O-Ring? How to Find the Right One A kitchen tap O-ring is a small rubber ring with a big role. It helps form a watertight seal where the spout fits into the base of your tap. In this guide, we explain where O-rings are used, why they’re not all the […]
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Leave a Comment (2) →Are Kitchen Tap O-Ring Kits Universal? Short answer: No. O-Ring Kits are not universal. You need to match the correct kit to your specific kitchen tap model to avoid leaks and ensure a secure fit. Why O-Ring Kits Aren’t Interchangeable Different taps use different O-ring sizes, shapes, and positions. Some taps use 2 O-rings; others […]
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Leave a Comment (0) →Fix Kitchen Tap Pressure – Step-by-Step DIY Guide Low water flow from your kitchen tap? This guide will help you fix kitchen tap pressure problems quickly, without needing a plumber. We cover the most common causes and how to resolve them using easy checks you can do yourself. 1. Is it just your kitchen tap […]
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Wondering how to fix a dripping mixer tap UK? You’re in the right place. This step-by-step guide shows you how to identify the issue and carry out the repair yourself using basic tools and genuine spare parts. Not sure what’s causing the leak? Start with our dripping tap diagnosis guide to save time and avoid […]
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The correct way to remove a grub screw is by fitting the correct size allen key. It depends on the Kitchen Tap model as to which size allen key you need, and you can buy an allen key pack here. Sometimes, even using the correct sized allen key, you might still have difficulty removing the […]
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In a traditional two-lever tap, we are accustomed to associating red sealed valves with hot water (which in fact is a clockwise opening valve) and blue sealed valves with cold water (which is in fact an anticlockwise opening valve). However, in a bridge lever tap, the valves are fitted in the opposite direction compared to […]
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Leave a Comment (0) →Replacing O Rings on Valves is not a good idea. It might initially seems like the quick and cheap solution but if it was that simple then Tap manufacturers that produce their own parts would sell these separately. They don’t. WHY ? If you are repairing the Valve in your Tap, then your Tap is […]
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Leave a Comment (0) →Buying a Kitchen Tap – Water Pressure Explained Choosing the right kitchen tap might seem simple, but overlooking your kitchen tap water pressure might lead to frustrating results. Whether you’re installing a new tap or replacing an existing one, understanding how water pressure works will help you avoid poor performance and ensure you select a […]
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Leave a Comment (2) →This list is not exhaustive but it might save you looking on our website for a part that we do not have nor can even offer a compatible part for. For a very few Kitchen Taps we offer a compatible valve (approx 5 Taps) but that is it. Every other Spare Part on this website […]
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