From an aesthetic point of view fittings like tapware can make or break a bathroom, providing the essential coherence and functionality that our modern homes demand. They are also a low cost method of updating a space, and an alternative to a more costly total renovation. There is however a lot more to modern tapware than aesthetics, with a range of safety and water saving features that enhance their functionality further.

Tapware Tips

Modern tapware is now ever more sophisticated with a range of features that may include some or all of the following:

• Safety – safety features that include an anti-scald function are proving popular with families
• Water conservation – the WELS rating is the one to look out for, and gives you an indication of the water consumption your tapware will return
• Colour – you might think that stainless steel is it, but colour is making a comeback in tapware with coloured chrome offering more options to your bathroom makeover
• Features – light activated LED’s can add a touch of glamour to your bathroom, while providing practical information such as an indication of the temperature of the water coming out of your taps

Stylish Tapware

Southcape are a distributor of European inspired tapware, with diverse water efficient, WELS rated range that is as much inspired by contemporary design trends as functionality.  They are perfectly placed to track trends in the sector, which included the following observations:

• Tapware with lights are the latest bathroom trend but do require the services of a an electrician and a plumber to install
• The GFC has driven customers to focus on price over quality, with a move away from high end product lines
• European inspired design continues to be popular with the local market