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Trending Tapware: The Pros and Cons

Top Tapware Trends for 2023: What Style’s Right for You?

Find the perfect style & finish

Bathrooms and Kitchens are the most important rooms for those that wish to add value to their home. When deciding on the design, tapware is one of the key focal points and important practical features of these two rooms. Bathroom tapware can truely liven up a space while kitchen tapware can be ultra practical and sleek. Gear up for the new year with all new tapware, trending now!


Here are our top trending tapware finishes and styles

Brushed Brass is the top trending tapware finish in Australia due to its stunning finish that makes it a striking showpiece for any space.

Pros:

  • Brass instantly warms a room
  • The soft look of brass makes it versatile, allowing it to complement its surroundings rather than overpower
  • Brushed brass has a softer finish than polished brass and has a slightly worn look to it. It has an understated elegance and contemporary feel

Cons:

  • It comes at a premium price point
  • It can be hard to find exact matches across other fittings - including door handles - so you tend to have to buy all products from the same brand

Top 3 Trending Bathroom Tap Styles:

  1. Caroma Luna Basin Mixer
  2. Caroma Luna Wall Basin/Bath Mixer
  3. Caroma Luna Tower Basin Mixer

Brushed Brass Best Suited Design Styles

Contemporary

Coastal

Boho

Rustic

Contemporary

Meir Paddle Round Basin Mixer in Tiger Bronze - The Blue Space

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Boho

Phoenix Vivid Slimline Oval Basin Mixer - Brushed Gold online at The Blue Space

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Rustic

Phoenix Cromford Basin Mixer Brushed Gold - The Blue Space

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Coastal

Meir Round Tiger Bronze Basin Mixer with Curved Spout - The Blue Space

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Matte black finish is what many thought will be a fad trend, but due to its durability, convenience of maintaining, and versatility - the matte black finish has turned from a trend to a staple in many Aussie homes.

Pros:

  • As mentioned above, this finish is versatile and complements a variety of colours
  • Can make a bold statement, sophisticated and elegant look/feel to your space

Cons:

  • This finish can be overpowering if overused in a poorly lit room, as black does not reflect light
  • For a cohesive look, it is best to tie matte black tapware with other details such as door hardware and accessories

Top 3 Trending Bathroom Tap Styles:

  1. Caroma Urbane II Basin Mixer
  2. Fienza Eleanor Shepherds Crook Basin Mixer
  3. Caroma Urbane II 220mm Wall Basin/Bath Mixer Rectangle

Top 3 Trending Kitchen Tap Styles:

  1. Clark Round Pin Sink Mixer
  2. Clark Cross Wall Sink Set
  3. Phoenix Vivid Slimline Pull Out Sink Mixer

Matte Black Best Suited Design Styles

Modern

Meir Paddle Round Basin Mixer in Tiger Bronze - The Blue Space

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Industrial

Phoenix Vivid Slimline Oval Basin Mixer - Brushed Gold online at The Blue Space

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Minimalist

Phoenix Cromford Basin Mixer Brushed Gold - The Blue Space

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Contemporary

Meir Round Tiger Bronze Basin Mixer with Curved Spout - The Blue Space

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Modern

Contemporary

Industrial

Minimalist


Brushed Nickel has its similarities to a chrome and stainless steel finish however, has a more updated style and design that suits both modern and traditionally designed homes and buildings

Pros:

  • Smooth appeal, modern and elegant feel
  • Easily maintained, hides water spots
  • Timeless finish

Cons:

  • Brushed nickel will stand out next to polished chrome fittings so if you replace one fitting with brushed nickel you may need to replace all

Top 3 Trending Bathroom Tap Styles:

  1. Caroma Luna Basin Mixer
  2. Phoenix Vivid Slimline Basin Mixer Curved Outlet
  3. Caroma Luna Wall Basin/Bath Mixer

Top 3 Trending Kitchen Tap Styles:

  1. Phoenix Vivid Slimline Pull Out Sink Mixer
  2. Phoenix Mekko Sink Mixer 190mm Squareline
  3. Phoenix Nostalgia Sink Mixer 220mm Shepherds Crook

Brushed Nickel Best Suited Design Styles

Hamptons

Modern

Country Style

Scandinavian

Hamptons

Meir Paddle Round Basin Mixer in Tiger Bronze - The Blue Space

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Country Style

Phoenix Vivid Slimline Oval Basin Mixer - Brushed Gold online at The Blue Space

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Scandinavian

Phoenix Cromford Basin Mixer Brushed Gold - The Blue Space

Sold out

Modern

Meir Round Tiger Bronze Basin Mixer with Curved Spout - The Blue Space

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The captivating Gun Metal finish can be described as a cross between a Chrome and Matte black finish, and similarly to these two finishes - the dark grey tone is versatile in style however subdued in colour with a softer and more natural feel.

Pros:

  • Timeless finish
  • Blends in well with most designs and colour schemes

Cons:

  • Can come at a premium price point
  • Styled best when matched with other Gun Metal accessories and fixtures

Top 3 Trending Bathroom Tap Styles:

  1. Phoenix Vivid Slimline Basin Mixer
  2. Phoenix Vivid Slimline Wall Basin Set 180mm Curved
  3. Phoenix Teel Basin Mixer

Top 3 Trending Kitchen Tap Styles:

  1. Phoenix Vivid Slimline Side Lever Sink Mixer 220mm Gooseneck
  2. Dorf Inca Sink Mixer
  3. Dorf Villa Sink Mixer

Pros:

  • Timeless finish
  • Blends in well with most designs and colour schemes

Cons:

  • Can come at a premium price point
  • Styled best when matched with other Gun Metal accessories and fixtures

Top 3 Trending Bathroom Tap Styles:

  1. Phoenix Vivid Slimline Basin Mixer
  2. Phoenix Vivid Slimline Wall Basin Set 180mm Curved
  3. Phoenix Teel Basin Mixer

Top 3 Trending Kitchen Tap Styles:

  1. Phoenix Vivid Slimline Side Lever Sink Mixer 220mm Gooseneck
  2. Dorf Inca Sink Mixer
  3. Dorf Villa Sink Mixer

Gun Metal Best Suited Design Styles

Industrial

Meir Paddle Round Basin Mixer in Tiger Bronze - The Blue Space

Sold out

Minimalist

Phoenix Vivid Slimline Oval Basin Mixer - Brushed Gold online at The Blue Space

Sold out

Modern

Phoenix Cromford Basin Mixer Brushed Gold - The Blue Space

Sold out

Rustic

Meir Round Tiger Bronze Basin Mixer with Curved Spout - The Blue Space

Sold out

Industrial

Rustic

Minimalist

Modern


A brushed gold finish instantly gives a space a sense of luxury, elegance and warmth. This tapware finish is a eye-catching piece for any home or building

  1. Pros:

    • Creates vibrance and warmth in your room. Gold finishes also add a touch of luxury to your interior designs
    • The brushed finish creates a less vivid tone to the gold finish, making this a perfect match for contemporary homes

    Cons:

    • Best suited for a modern or contemporary styled space

    Top 3 Trending Bathroom Tap Styles:

    1. Phoenix Vivid Slimline Plus Basin Set
    2. Phoenix Vivid Slimline Basin Mixer
    3. Phoenix Vivid Slimline Up Wall Basin/Bath Mixer Set

    Top 3 Trending Kitchen Tap Styles:

    1. Phoenix Vivid Slimline Side Lever Sink Mixer 220mm Gooseneck
    2. Nero X Plus Wall Kitchen Set
    3. Phoenix Vivid Slimline Pull Out Sink Mixer

Contemporary

Boho

Modern

Hamptons

Contemporary

Meir Paddle Round Basin Mixer in Tiger Bronze - The Blue Space

Sold out

Modern

Phoenix Vivid Slimline Oval Basin Mixer - Brushed Gold online at The Blue Space

Sold out

Hamptons

Phoenix Cromford Basin Mixer Brushed Gold - The Blue Space

Sold out

Boho

Meir Round Tiger Bronze Basin Mixer with Curved Spout - The Blue Space

Sold out
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