Phoenix Arlo

Is Phoenix Arlo the Right Tapware For Your Reno? Here’s Our Honest Take.

So, you’re standing in your half-finished bathroom. Or maybe it’s your kitchen. The tiles are chosen, the paint colour is agonised over, and now you’re looking at the tap. The spout. The mixer. And you realise just how much this one little detail can make or break the entire feel of the room. It’s a lot of pressure. We get it. We see it every day. People come to us at The Blue Space with a vision, and often, the tapware is the final piece of the puzzle that ties it all together. And one name keeps coming up in those conversations. Phoenix Arlo.

So What Exactly Is The Phoenix Arlo Collection?

Look, the way we see it is this: some tapware shouts for attention with really bold, aggressive lines, and some is so plain it’s just boring. The Phoenix Arlo collection sits in that perfect sweet spot right in the middle. It’s designed by the brilliant team at Phoenix here in Australia, and they’ve created something special. The core idea behind Arlo is a very soft, gentle aesthetic. It has these lovely, refined curves and a super thin, flat-top profile on the handles and spouts. It’s subtle. It’s elegant without being stuffy. You get this beautiful balance of form and function that doesn’t scream, but confidently whispers “good taste.”

It’s not just a single tap, either. It’s a whole family of products designed to work together. From your main bathroom basin mixer all the way through to your shower and matching bathroom accessories. This means you can get a really cohesive, pulled-together look across your entire home. A look that feels intentional. And calm. That’s the feeling we get from Arlo. Calm confidence.

Where We See Phoenix Arlo Working Beautifully

Honestly? Almost anywhere.

This is what our team loves so much about the Phoenix Arlo range. The flow of the water from one of the elegant spouts becomes a feature in itself. Then, we’ve seen it used in a more classic contemporary or even a coastal-style home. Paired with a timber vanity and some natural stone, the Arlo tapware adds a touch of modern polish without feeling cold or clinical. It just complements its surroundings.

Think about your main bathroom. You want something that feels a bit luxe, a bit special. A set of Phoenix Arlo wall mixers over a floating vanity looks incredible. Clean. Uncluttered. For the family bathroom that gets a serious workout, you need something durable that still looks great. The standard basin mixer from the Arlo range is perfect for this. It's robust, easy for little hands to use, but it still has that designer feel.

And it’s not just for bathrooms. We’re seeing more and more people wanting a cohesive look flowing into their kitchen and laundry. The Phoenix Arlo kitchen mixer brings that same understated elegance to the heart of your home. It’s practical, with a great swivel function, but it elevates the whole sink area. Suddenly, washing up feels a little more sophisticated.

Let’s Break Down The Phoenix Arlo Family

It’s more than just one tap. It’s a whole system.

When you choose a collection like Phoenix Arlo, you’re buying into a whole ecosystem of design. 

Basin Tapware

This is where most people start. You’ve got a few key options for your vanity or basin, and the choice really comes down to your plumbing and your personal style.

• Basin Mixer: This is your classic, all-in-one tap that sits on the basin or benchtop. The Phoenix Arlo version is sleek, with a single lever for temperature and flow control. Super popular, super easy to use. A real crowd-pleaser. You can explore a huge variety of bathroom basin taps on our site.

• Wall Basin Mixer Set: For a cleaner, more architectural look, you can’t go past a wall-mounted set. This means the mixer handle and the basin spout come out of the wall behind your basin. It frees up bench space and looks incredibly sharp. The Arlo design really shines here.

• Three-Piece Tap Set: If you prefer separate hot and cold taps, the Arlo range includes beautiful three-piece sets. They offer a slightly more traditional feel but with that modern Arlo twist. Think classic, but updated.

• Hob Mixers & Spouts: Sometimes your setup requires a tap mounted on the "hob" or tiled ledge behind a bath or basin. The Arlo range has dedicated hob mixers and spouts to create a seamless look here too.

Bath & Shower Tapware

Creating a spa-like experience in your own home is all about getting the details right. The Arlo collection continues beautifully into the shower and bath area.

• Wall Mixers: A simple, single lever on the wall to control your shower or divert to a bath spout. The Arlo wall mixer is minimalist perfection.

• Wall Top Assemblies: Like the three-piece basin sets, these are your separate hot and cold taps for the wall. The Arlo wall top assemblies are just beautiful to use.

• Shower Rails & Arms: Of course, Phoenix has a full range of matching showers, from simple wall showers to luxurious twin rail showers that pair perfectly with the Arlo mixers.

Kitchen & Laundry

Yes, you can bring this gorgeous design into the functional parts of your home too. The Phoenix Arlo range includes gooseneck sink mixers that are tall enough to get pots under and stylish enough to be a centrepiece. Some even have a handy pull-out spray function. A game changer.

Finishes. So Many Finishes.

This is where you can really personalise your space. The Phoenix Arlo collection doesn’t just come in one colour. It comes in a whole palette of stunning finishes to match your vision. We love helping people choose the right one.

• Chrome: The timeless classic. Bright, durable, and matches everything. You can never go wrong with a beautiful chrome tap.

• Matte Black: For a bold, modern statement. Matte black taps create incredible contrast, especially against white tiles or a light-coloured benchtop. We even see stunning black kitchen taps becoming the focal point of a kitchen.

• Brushed Nickel: A softer, warmer alternative to chrome. Brushed nickel has a beautiful texture and is great at hiding fingerprints. Very popular right now.

• Gunmetal: A deeper, darker grey than brushed nickel. Gunmetal is sophisticated and has an almost industrial edge to it. It’s moody. We love it.

• Brushed Gold / Brushed Brass: For a touch of warmth and luxury. This isn’t the shiny, dated brass of the 80s. Modern brushed brass or gold taps are soft, elegant, and incredibly chic.

• Other Stunning Finishes: The range also comes in finishes like stainless steel for a hard-wearing kitchen option, clean white tapware for a minimalist look, unique bronze for a rustic feel, and even soft champagne tones.

The Big Benefits: Why We Recommend The Phoenix Arlo

Okay, so it looks great. But what are the real advantages?

We wouldn’t stock a product if we didn’t believe in it. And we really believe in the Phoenix taps range. Here’s what our team and our customers love most about the Arlo collection.

1. That Understated, Versatile Design

We’ve already touched on this, but it’s the number one reason people fall for Arlo. It has a timeless quality that will outlast trends. It works with your style, not against it. That’s smart design.

2. The Quality You Can Feel

When you pick up a piece of Phoenix Arlo tapware, you can feel the quality. It has a weight to it. The brass construction feels solid. The handle moves with a smooth, precise action. This isn’t flimsy, cheap tapware. This is a product built to last, and Phoenix backs it up with a really strong warranty. For us, that’s a huge vote of confidence. It means you can trust it to perform day in, day out.

3. A Complete, Cohesive Collection

This is a bigger deal than most people think. When you’re renovating, trying to match a tap from one brand with a shower from another and accessories from a third can be a nightmare. Finishes never quite match. Design languages clash. The Phoenix Arlo collection removes all that stress. They are designed to live together. The result is a bathroom or kitchen that feels harmonious and professionally designed. So simple.

4. Focus on Water Efficiency

All the Phoenix Arlo taps and mixers have excellent WELS star ratings. Phoenix designs their products to be efficient without sacrificing performance. So you still get a great feeling shower and good pressure from your taps, but you can be confident you’re not wasting water. And for those wanting the purest water, Phoenix also has a great selection of lead-free taps that deliver exceptional water quality.

A Few Final Things To Keep In Mind

Just some friendly advice from our team to yours.

Before you jump in and buy, here are a few practical points we always run through with our customers. A little bit of planning goes a long way.

First, check your plumbing. This is especially important if you’re dreaming of a wall-mounted mixer set. If your current plumbing is for a standard basin mixer that sits on the vanity, moving it into the wall is a bigger job. It’s absolutely doable, but you need to factor in the extra work for your plumber and tiler. Always have a chat with your tradies first.

Second, think about the finish in a practical sense. We love matte black and gunmetal, but they can show up water spots and fingerprints more than, say, brushed nickel or chrome. It’s not a big deal – a quick wipe with a microfibre cloth is all it takes – but it’s good to know. The more textured finishes are very forgiving for a busy family bathroom.

And third, consider the whole room. Hold a colour sample of your chosen tapware up against your tile, your vanity colour, and your paint. See how they all talk to each other in different lights. What we love about the Phoenix Arlo range is how it can either be a quiet supporting actor or the star of the show, depending on the finish you choose and the elements you surround it with. It’s your story to tell. At the end of the day, choosing tapware should be fun.