My Rangemaster Kitchen Tap is dripping
We stock Genuine Rangemaster Kitchen Tap Parts
Rangemaster & Leisure are now part of the one Company so whether your Tap is a Leisure Tap or a Rangemaster Tap, the following applies.
Usually your Rangemaster Kitchen Tap is dripping from either (1) the spout, (2) less common is the handle and (3) where the spout meets the base.
“Rangemaster” might be stamped on your Tap or a Code. Please send a picture of your tap and any stamps to us and that way we can identify your tap and spare parts that you need.
If you plan to fix your Rangemaster Tap yourself then you will need to know which parts to order. Don’t hesitate to contact us, using the contact button at the bottom right of this page, or by email to sales@tapsandsinksonline.co.uk, with any queries as we are delighted to assist you.
Here below are the main causes and solutions for most dripping Kitchen Taps.
If your tap is dripping from the spout or handle:
For two or three-lever taps:
The most likely cause is a faulty valve (hot, cold, or both). In some cases, the brass bush ring may also need replacing, but usually, changing the valve alone resolves the issue.
For single-lever taps:
The issue is likely due to a worn or damaged cartridge, which will need to be replaced.
Also this guide here might help: How to tell which Valve needs replacing Hot or Cold or Both?
The following posts might be of use to you:
To remove a valve in a Traditional Rangemaster tap follow these instructions:
- Remove the decorative “Hot” or “Cold” indicator on the handle using a small flathead screwdriver.
- Loosen and remove the screw holding the valve in place. If the screw is seized, use WD-40 or an alternative lubricant to loosen it.
- Using an adjustable spanner grip the central hexagonal nut of the valve and unscrew while holding the tap with your other hand for stability.
- Remove the valve and replace with the appropriate replacement valve.
- Remove Cartridge: How to Replace a Cartridge in your Single Lever Tap. and also note, that if you are going to remove the Cartridge to send us details and pictures, please see this Blog Post here for the information that we would need. Single Lever Replacement Cartridge . This post also lists the Cartridges that we currently stock.
If your tap is dripping where the spout meets the base then it is likely that you need to replace the O Rings (see below for O Rings).
Here is all of the Rangemaster Taps we stock Spare Parts for. You can see which Tap Picture resembles your own, and click on that to take you to the Spare Tap Parts in store for that particular Tap. Due to the high volume of Spare Parts, we might have a part in store but not listed on the website. If the specific part you need is not listed, please email us to check whether we stock spare parts for your tap.
Can’t find your Rangemaster Tap Listed?
If you don’t see your Rangemaster tap on our website, we still recommend that you email us clear photos of your tap. It may not actually be a Rangemaster model, but we can often still identify it and may be able to supply the correct spare part.
If you’re looking for a valve or cartridge, and you’re able to remove it, please send us photos of the part as well. While it’s removed, we strongly recommend taking a few key measurements, as these can be very helpful in identifying the correct replacement.
The following information is most useful to us — even partial details can help:
- 4 measurements – Valve length (top to bottom) / Thread diameter / Number of splines – even number (e.g. 20, 28) / Nut height (below splines)
- Picture of your Kitchen Tap showing full tap i.e. spout, body etc
- Picture of your Valve
- Any markings on the valve e.g. SMR / San Marco / WRAS etc
You might find this guide 7 Easy Steps to replace Kitchen Tap Valve useful in removing your valve in order to measure it.
Valve Blueprint Guide
When you remove your valve, check that the brass bush (which surrounds the valve inside the tap) hasn’t come out with it. You will need the brass bush for the new valve.
If you can’t separate the valve from the bush, we also supply brass bushes for San Marco valves. See here for more information on removing the brass bush.
Require O Rings to stop a leak at the base of your spout?
The picture of your tap will help us identify which O Rings you require and then you can use this guide How to change a Kitchen O Ring Kit to change them.
Don’t forget to also email us a picture of your Tap.
Email all details to sales@tapsandsinksonline.co.uk
Please note that manufacturers may modify parts over the years. We guarantee that the parts we supply match the current technical specifications. However, we cannot always guarantee fit with older versions of a product. If a part does not fit, you can return it for a refund. Please note, we do not refund postage costs.
Can’t find your Valve?
We stock a wide range of compression valves for Kitchen Taps which you can find here. All the measurements, images and details are there for each Compression Valve to assist you in finding the correct one.
If your tap uses a Quarter Turn Valve (also known as a Ceramic Disc Valve), typically operated by a lever, you’ll find our full range in the Ceramic Disc Valve section.
Our blog post “My Kitchen Tap Is Dripping” explains common causes and fixes. See this blog post here if you still need help. Then email us with the details, and we’ll assist you.
Important – Spare Part Queries
Due to the high volume of spare tap part enquiries and the detailed information required (such as tap photos, measurements, etc.) — all spare part queries are handled exclusively via email. We do not provide support for spare part identification over the phone.
As the saying goes, “a picture is worth a thousand words”, and that’s especially true when it comes to identifying the correct part.
For all enquiries, please email us, and a member of our team will get back to you as soon as possible.