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A Guide to Suprema Taps: Style That Actually Works

Renovating a home is loud. It’s dusty. It’s stressful. And honestly? It involves making about a million decisions that you never thought you’d care about. Until you do. Suddenly, you’re standing in a half-demolished room arguing about grout colour. We get it. We’ve been there.

One of those decisions that seems small but actually changes everything is your tapware. You touch these things every single day. Multiple times a day. So, they need to feel good. They need to work. And they need to look like they belong in the beautiful new space you’re building. At The Blue Space, we see a lot of products come and go. Trends fade out. But some brands just stick around because they get the job done right.

That’s where Suprema comes in.

We wanted to sit down and write this guide because we recommend Suprema tapware a lot. Not because they are the most expensive items on the shelf. They aren't. But because they hit that sweet spot between looking fantastic and not costing the earth. We’re going to walk you through why we like them, where they fit best, and what you need to know before you buy.

So, What Exactly is Suprema?

Let’s strip away the fancy talk. Suprema is a brand that focuses on getting the basics absolutely right. They aren't trying to reinvent the wheel. They are trying to make sure water comes out of the wheel reliably, and that it looks good doing it.

When you look at our massive collection of taps, you’ll see some incredibly high-end, avant-garde pieces. Those are great. But sometimes, you just want a solid, well-built mixer that fits a standard hole in your benchtop and won't leak in six months. Suprema fits that bill. They offer a range of styles that cover everything from modern minimalism to slightly more traditional looks.

The build quality is there. The finish options are surprisingly vast. And the price point? It usually makes our customers smile. It’s the kind of tapware you buy when you want quality but you also want to have money left over for a nice couch.

Where Do These Taps Actually Work?

We’ve seen Suprema installed in just about every type of home you can imagine. From tiny city apartments to sprawling family homes in the suburbs. Here is how we usually see people using them.

The Busy Family Kitchen

The kitchen is a war zone. Let’s be real. Between breakfast chaos, school lunches, and dinner prep, your kitchen taps take a beating. They get yanked, pulled, and covered in sticky fingers. Suprema is brilliant here because it’s sturdy. It can handle the rough stuff.

If you have a big island bench, a Suprema gooseneck sink mixer makes a serious statement. It stands tall. It allows you to fit those massive pasta pots underneath without clanging against the spout. It just works.

The Hardworking Laundry

Laundries used to be hidden away. Dark corners of the house. Not anymore. Now, people want their laundry to look as good as the kitchen. But it still needs to be functional. We often point people towards Suprema for laundry taps because they offer simple, high-clearance options.

You need space to shove a muddy football kit into a bucket. You need a spout that swivels out of the way. Suprema designs often prioritise this kind of practical movement. It’s not just about looking pretty; it’s about getting the stain out of the shirt.

The Rental Property

We work with a lot of property investors. They always ask us: "What looks good but won't break if a tenant is rough with it?" Our answer is usually Suprema. It has that designer look that attracts good tenants, but the internal mechanisms are solid enough to last through multiple leases. It’s a safe bet.

Breaking Down the Types: What Can You Get?

Suprema isn't a one-trick pony. They have a massive catalogue. It can be a little overwhelming if you don't know what you're looking for. Let’s break it down into the categories that actually matter to your renovation.

1. The Mixers

This is the bread and butter. Sink mixers are those single-lever taps where you control flow and temperature with one hand. Useful when your other hand is holding a baby or a frying pan. Suprema makes these with really smooth cartridges. That means the handle doesn't get stiff over time.

For a cleaner look on your bathroom vanity, you might look at their hob mixers. These sit directly on the basin or benchtop. They are neat. Tidy. Simple.

2. The Pull-Outs

Once you go pull-out, you never go back. Seriously. A pull-out sink mixer has a head that detaches on a hose. This changes the game for cleaning the sink itself. You can spray into the corners. You can fill a bucket sitting on the floor. Suprema has models where the pull-out function is hidden so well you can hardly tell it’s there until you use it.

3. Wall Mounted Options

Want to save bench space? Go for the wall. Wall top assemblies are the taps (the handles) that stick out of the wall. You pair these with spouts to create a custom look. This is a very popular look in high-end bathrooms right now. It makes wiping down the vanity top incredibly easy because there is no metal base gathering grime.

4. Old School Meets New School

Sometimes you can't change the plumbing behind the wall easily. If you have two holes in your sink (one for hot, one for cold) and a hole for the spout, you need a 3-piece sink set. Suprema still makes these, and they make them look modern. You don't have to settle for Grandma’s crusty old taps just because you have older plumbing.

5. The Laundry Specialists

Don't forget the washing machine. You need washing machine sets (stops) to control the water flow to your appliances. Suprema makes these to match the rest of your tapware. So, if you have black taps on the sink, you can have black stops for the washer. It’s those little details that make a room feel finished.

6. Tech and Special Needs

Suprema is surprisingly forward-thinking. They offer electronic sensor taps which are amazing for powder rooms. No touching needed. Great for hygiene. They also have a range of accessible taps with longer levers that are easier to turn if you have limited grip strength. We love that they include these options because design should be for everyone.

Also, keep an eye out for their progressive mixers. These are cool. You twist the dial, and it starts cold, then gets warmer the further you turn. It saves energy because you aren't firing up the boiler every time you just want a quick rinse.

Let's Talk About Colour (Because It Matters)

This is the fun part. The finish. The bling. Suprema has leaned hard into the colour trends, and the quality of their coating is excellent. Here is what we are seeing people choose.

• The Classics: You can't beat chrome taps. They are shiny, they match everything, and they are timeless. If you want something a bit more industrial and resistant to scratches, stainless steel tapware is the way to go.

• The Mood: Want drama? Black kitchen taps and mixers are still huge. They frame the space. They look incredible against white tiles. On the flip side, white tapware is super clean and minimal. It almost disappears into a white basin.

• The Warmth: This is where design is heading right now. People are moving away from cold greys. Gold taps bring immediate luxury. But if full gold is too much, brushed brass taps offer that same warmth with a softer, matte finish. It feels a bit more organic.

• The Modern Metals: If you want something sophisticated but not gold, look at brushed nickel tapware. It’s like chrome’s cooler, softer cousin. Or, for a darker, edgier look, gunmetal tapware is stunning. It’s a dark grey that looks amazing with concrete or stone.

• The Unique: Want something different? Bronze taps give an earthy, rustic vibe. Or there is champagne taps. Yes, champagne. It’s a light, soft gold that feels incredibly elegant. Perfect for a master ensuite.

Why We (The Experts) recommend Suprema

We see thousands of orders go out the door. We talk to plumbers every day. Here is why we keep suggesting this brand.

1. They Don't Leech Nasties

This is technical but important. Many of the newer Suprema ranges focus on being safe. Lead-free taps are becoming the standard, and Suprema is right there with it. You want your drinking water to be just water.

2. The "Feel" Test

You know when you grab a cheap tap and the handle wobbles? Or it feels like plastic? Suprema taps have a good weight to them. When you lift the mixer handle, there is just enough resistance. It feels premium. It gives you precise control over the flow so you aren't splashing water all over your shirt.

3. Consistency Across the Home

Nothing bugs us more than seeing a house with mismatched metals. A gold tap in the bathroom and a chrome one in the kitchen? It can work, but usually, it looks disjointed. Suprema has such a wide range that you can pick one finish—say, brushed nickel—and get it for the shower, the bath, the basin, the kitchen sink, and the laundry tub. It ties the whole house together.

A Few Practical Considerations

Before you rush to checkout, pause. There are a few boring things you need to check. We’d be bad friends if we didn't tell you this.

Check Your Pressure

Some of the larger rain shower heads or unique spout designs require decent water pressure to work well. If you have an old gravity-fed system, talk to us or your plumber first. Suprema taps generally handle standard pressure well, but it’s always worth checking.

Cleaning the Colour

If you buy matte black or brushed brass, you cannot—we repeat, cannot—use harsh chemicals on them. No bleach. No abrasive scrubbers. Warm soapy water and a soft cloth are all you need. If you scrub them with steel wool, you will take the finish off. And you will be sad.

The Rough-In

If you are choosing wall-mounted taps, your plumber needs to know this before they tile the wall. The "rough-in" (the plumbing bit inside the wall) has to be set at the right depth. Once the tiles are on, it’s too late to change your mind without a jackhammer. Pick your Suprema taps early in the process.

The Final Verdict

Renovating is a journey. It’s exhausting, but the result is worth it. When you walk into your finished kitchen, fill a glass of water from a tap that looks beautiful and works perfectly, you’ll feel a sense of calm. That’s what we want for you.

Suprema taps are a fantastic way to get that high-end look and reliability without blowing the budget on a single item. They let you spend money on other things, like better tiles or that oven you’ve been eyeing off.

Take a look at the range. See what jumps out at you. And if you get stuck? Just ask us. We love talking about this stuff.