How to choose the perfect bath tap design

While they may have taken a backseat to showers for some time, baths are back to being an important part of many Australians’ lives, and a central feature of our bathrooms to boot.

This means that we’re starting to take more notice of the baths themselves. Baths are now synonymous with relaxation – can you think of anything more calming than a soak in the tub after a long day? However, this effect isn’t achieved by accident, and even the smallest of details, such as your bath taps, play an important role in creating the right ambience.

So, to help you create your haven, we’ll walk you through some of the key factors to consider when choosing your bath taps..

• Aesthetic

Looks aren’t everything, but that doesn’t mean they should be ignored either. Far from it. The good news here is that you’ll find a huge range of bathtub tap designs to choose from at Abey Australia to suit any desired aesthetic.

For example, if you’re hoping to create a classically elegant bathroom, this Provincial Wall Mounted Bath Filler ticks all the boxes. Designed and manufactured by Armando Vicario in Italy, the entire Provincial range will lend any bathroom a timeless feel, perfect for a calm and sheltered space. This product is available in a wide selection of finishes, with bronze being particularly effective in conjuring up the aesthetic of a bygone era.

By contrast, if you’re searching for the perfect bathtub tap for a sleek, modern feeling bathroom, the Eleganza Floor Mounted Bath Filler from GESSI might be exactly what you’re looking for. This product would be particularly at home in a Scandi inspired ‘less is more’ bathroom, thanks to its’ sharp, clean lines and understated elegance. Also available in a range of finishes, chrome is often a favourite for those searching for some Scandi style. 

• Mount type

Perhaps the most important practical decision you’ll need to make about your choice of bathtub tap is how you’ll mount it. The Provincial Wall Mounted Bath Filler we mentioned before is wall-mounted, which can be a great space saver, if you’re working with a smaller bathroom, or you want a more classic look.

Increasingly popular are floor mounted bath fillers, such as this Rettangolo K Freestanding Bath Filler. Units like this offer you almost unlimited versatility regarding placement, as they aren’t linked to anything else on the floor except the bath itself, so you can place the tap wherever it suits you best.

• WELS rating

Two things bound to spoil a relaxing soak in the tub: worrying about your environmental footprint, and worrying about water bills. One way to solve both? Find a tap with a high WELS rating.

Different products use water more or less efficiently than others. So, the Water Efficiency Labelling and Standards (WELS) scheme was designed to encourage efficient water use in Australian homes by allowing consumers to compare the water efficiency of different products. This enables you to make informed, eco-conscious choices for your home.

Under the WELS scheme, regulated products are tested for their water consumption rate and receive a star rating. From June 2022, the minimum water efficiency requirements for WELS registered tapware is a three-star rating. Again, the Provincial Wall Mounted Bath Filler is a great choice here, meeting this criteria, and giving you peace of mind that you’re doing your bit for the environment, and for your savings!

We hope that this article has given you a good idea of what you need to think about when selecting the perfect bathtub tap, and shown you a snapshot of the products available to help you achieve your vision. For more information, don’t hesitate to contact the friendly team at Abey Australia today.