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Howdens Lamona Professional Tap9157 Brass Bush 3868R
Measurements: 3868R Brass Bush
Outside Diameter: 29mm
Inside Diameter: 19mm
Viewed Height on Tap: 14mm
Overall Height: 20mm
The Brass Bush might be required if fitting new valve and the existing brass bush can not be separated from the old valve that is being replaced. If you can remove the existing valve without removing the brass bush then you might not require this spare part, or if the leak stops just by replacing the Valve, then you can return the Brass bush for a refund.
It can be a common enough problem that when you remove your Kitchen Tap Valve it looks different than the valve in the picture (or the Valve that you purchased from us). It is most likely because the brass bush is still attached.
Here is the Lamona Professional Tap Valve

1427R Valve and Brass Bush. The Valve should come out of Tap with no Brass Bush surrounding it. If the Brass Bush is stuck to the Valve and you can’t separate, then you will need to also replace the Brass Bush.
Here is the same Valve stuck inside the Brass Bush

1427R Valve with Brass Bush still attached
If the Valve is stuck inside the Brass Bush then you will have to separate them OR buy a Brass Bush as well.
Detailed Shipping / Returns information can be found here.
In Brief:
- Small items only by Post: £3.50. Can take currently up to 7-10 working days.
- Courier Delivery DPD Track & Trace: £5.50. Usually takes c. 2-3 working days. Please make sure to provide mobile number for DPD to text you regarding your delivery.
- BREXIT: No additional charges on delivery once your Order before shipping charges is less than £135.
Detailed Shipping / Returns information can be found here.
In Brief:
- Small items only by Post: £3.50. Can take currently up to 7-10 working days.
- Courier Delivery DPD Track & Trace: £5.50. Usually takes c. 2-3 working days. Please make sure to provide mobile number for DPD to text you regarding your delivery.
- BREXIT: No additional charges on delivery once your Order before shipping charges is less than £135.
If you have any questions please don't hesitate to get in touch with us. With 30 years experience in supplying sinks and taps, and the accompanying spare parts to the UK market, we consider ourselves to be experts in this field. Any queries received will be answered as quickly as we possibly can in as clear a manner as possible.
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Expert After-Sales Support
With over 30 years of experience, our Sales Team is here to help you troubleshoot any kitchen tap issue. The best way to keep your tap in top condition is to fix problems early — even a small drip can lead to bigger damage if left unresolved.
Plumbers often suggest replacing the tap, usually because the correct parts are hard to find or have been ordered incorrectly. But if you contact us before buying, we’ll help you choose the right part, so your plumber has everything needed to complete the repair.
DIY Guides
If you wish to fix the Tap yourself we provide DIY Guides on all our Howden Tap Spares to assist you.
- Here are our Video Plumbing Guides
- Here is our Guide: Why is my Tap Dripping
- Here is our Guide: How to fix a Dripping Tap
- Here is our Guide: How to remove the Handle on your Kitchen Tap
- Here is our Guide: How to remove a Kitchen Tap Spout
- Here is our Guide: 7 easy steps to replace a valve
- Here is our Guide: How to replace your O Ring Kit
- Here is our Guide: How to replace a cartridge from a Single Lever Tap
- Here is our General Troubleshooting Guide: UK Kitchen Taps Troubleshooting Guide
- Here is our Guide: How to Remove your Aerator / Antisplash from your Kitchen Tap
- Here is our Guide: What are the Splines on Tap Valve
- Here is our Guide: How to remove a Brass Bush from Valve





