Duo tap mixer to single tap, how easy?

Question

I would like to swap my bathroom basin that have duo taps, so a basin with a single tap. Before I buy a basin and look for fitters, is there anything I need to know beforehand? Is it something easy that can be done? Thanks

Martin · Accepted Answer

Hi lauren! It’s usually a straightforward job if your pipework’s already set up for it. Most mixer taps just need the old individual hot & cold taps removing, then the mixer connects to the same pipes with flexi hoses.

Main thing to check is if there’s enough space and good water pressure on both sides – but 9 times out of 10, it's an easy switch.

Farhan · Answer

If it’s new basin with new tap then it shouldn’t be a problem just measure the size of the basin unless different size height etc isn’t an issue 
Thanks

Ionut · Answer

it's not that hard, some modifications need to be made but it can be done

Mark · Answer

A potential issue is that occasionally hot and cold water supplies to a bathroom sink can be of different pressures. For example, hot from a gravity system and cold from the mains.  While this doesn't cause an issue with separate taps, it can with a mixer tap as the mains will always 'override' the hot and it can be difficult to obtain a satisfactory 'mix to achieve the required temperature. This is not a common problem but is commonly overlooked. A competent plumber should check this and advise on the problem and explain the consequences. The other more common issue is the footprint of the new sink. If it's a pedestal type, sometimes the new pedestal can be smaller than the old. If the finished floor is not laid under the pedestal this can sometimes leave exposed floorboards or sub floor showing. Try to ensure the new pedestal is larger than the old if possible. The same applies to sinks with a cabinet below. The swap over of sinks is usually a straight forward job.

Duo tap mixer to single tap, how easy?

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