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Straight answers about taps, fittings and plumbing: what things are made of, how to choose them and how to keep them working.
Dripping tap? How to tell if it needs a cartridge, a washer or a new tapMost dripping taps need one small part, not a whole new tap. Here is how to work out which part has worn, what else commonly goes wrong, and how to keep a tap looking and working like new.Read the article
How to choose a basin mixer: a practical buyer's guideThe right basin mixer starts with the basin, not the tap. Here is how to match the two, choose between single lever and two handles, and make sure everything fits on installation day.
What is DZR brass, and why does it matter for your taps?DZR brass is brass made to resist dezincification, a slow corrosion that quietly strips the zinc out of ordinary brass. Here is what that means for the taps in your home, and how to tell what yours are made of.
