Collection: Pillar Taps

Let's face it - when you're fixing up your bathroom, sometimes the oldies are the goodies! Among all the classic options out there, the pillar tap definitely earns its place in today's homes. These traditional basin taps bring a bit of yesterday's charm into modern spaces while still delivering all the practicality you need.

Good Old-Fashioned Practicality

You know where you stand with pillar taps. No fancy business - just turn left for hot, right for cold. Simple! Unlike those trendy mixer taps, these traditional basin taps keep your hot and cold water separate until they meet in the basin. It's the way most of us grew up using taps, and honestly, sometimes simpler is just better.

These taps look proper solid too, don't they? They've got a bit of weight about them that makes your bathroom feel more substantial. Those skinny modern designs might look flash, but there's something reassuring about a tap that feels like it'll still be working when your grandkids visit! They look spot-on in older houses but can add a nice bit of character to newer bathrooms too.

What Looks Good With These Taps

Our traditional basin taps currently come in a sleek chrome finish that never goes out of style. Chrome is clean, bright and matches pretty much everything in your bathroom - plus it's super easy to keep clean with just a quick wipe.

The gleaming chrome surface of these traditional basin taps gives them that timeless appeal that works in both older properties and modern bathrooms. Unlike brass or nickel options you might see elsewhere, our chrome-only range keeps things simple while ensuring lasting quality and value.

Practical Benefits Worth Considering

The separate flow design of pillar taps offers some surprising advantages. For tasks where you specifically want unmixed water—like filling a hot water bottle or getting cold water for plants—you don't need to adjust and readjust to find the right setting. This straightforward approach can be especially helpful for older users who prefer familiar controls they've used throughout their lives.

Most modern traditional basin taps now feature quarter-turn ceramic discs inside, which means they're much easier to turn than the old screw-down valves while still maintaining that classic look. This improvement makes them more user-friendly without compromising their traditional appearance.

Value That Lasts

While trends come and go, these classical fixtures remain a smart investment. Their tried-and-tested design has literally worked for generations, and quality models are built to continue that tradition of longevity. The familiar controls rarely confuse guests or family members, and their simplified mechanism often means fewer parts that might need repair compared to more complex mixer systems.

For homes in areas with very hard water, the separate flow can sometimes be beneficial in reducing limescale buildup in certain types of systems. And when repairs eventually are needed, parts for these standard designs tend to be readily available and straightforward to replace.

Questions We Hear All The Time

Q: Aren't old-style taps a nightmare to clean?

A: Not these days! Just give modern pillar tap designs a quick wipe with a soft cloth and you're done. The chrome ones are especially easy - though whatever finish you go for, a quick dry after using stops those annoying water marks.

Q: Will they work with my new plumbing?

A: No worries there! The ones made nowadays hook up to standard plumbing no problem, even though they look traditional. Most come with all the bits and bobs you need to get them fitted.

Q: My water pressure's rubbish - will these work?

A: Most handle normal pressure just fine. If your pressure's really on the low side, keep an eye out for taps specially made for low-pressure systems - they've got clever insides that help get a decent flow going.

Q: Can I put them on one of those trendy modern basins?

A: Absolutely! In fact, mixing a sleek new basin with traditional taps looks fantastic. That mix-and-match look is really popular right now - you'll see it all over home magazines.

Choosing traditional fixtures doesn't mean compromising on quality or function. Today's versions combine the best of time-tested designs with modern improvements in materials and engineering—giving you reliable performance wrapped in the comfort of familiar style.