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Original price $396Current price $313Nero Opal Shower Mixer 60mm Plate Brushed Gold
Introducing the Nero Opal Shower Mixer 60mm Plate in Brushed Gold. This shower mixer boasts a sleek, modern design that will elevate any bathroom. ...
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Original price $770Current price $616Nero Opal Wall Basin/Bath Mixer 160mm Brushed Gold
Introducing the Nero Opal Wall Basin/Bath Mixer 160mm Brushed Gold, a sleek and stylish addition to any bathroom. With a brushed gold finish, this ...
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Original price $660Current price $528Nero Opal Wall Basin/Bath Mixer 120mm Brushed Nickel
Introducing the Nero Opal Wall Basin/Bath Mixer, measuring 120mm and made with a sleek brushed nickel finish. Elevate your bathroom design with thi...
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Original price $363Current price $291Nero Ecco Wall Basin/Bath Mixer Separate Back Plate Chrome
Introducing the Nero Ecco Wall Basin/Bath Mixer, featuring a separate back plate for easy installation and a sleek chrome finish. This mixer adds a...
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Original price $328Current price $279Meir Round Wall Mixer - Shadow
A stylish method to control both temperature and water flow, the round shadow wall mixer is perfect for any area of your home, be it shower, kitche...
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Original price $715Current price $565Nero Opal Shower Mixer With Divertor Separate Plate Brushed Bronze
The Nero Opal Shower Mixer features a separate plate and divertor in a brushed bronze finish, providing a stylish and functional addition to any ba...
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Original price $451Current price $360Nero Ecco Wall Basin/Bath Mixer Separate Back Plate Brushed Nickel
This Nero Ecco Wall Basin/Bath Mixer features a separate back plate in a sleek brushed nickel finish. With easy installation and a modern design, t...
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Original price $418Current price $334Nero Ecco Wall Basin/Bath Mixer Matte Black
This Nero Ecco Wall Basin/Bath Mixer in Matte Black is a sophisticated addition to any bathroom. Its sleek design and matte black finish provide a ...
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Original price $675Current price $432Caroma Contura II Tower Basin Mixer - Brushed Bronze
Introduce a touch of luxury into your bathroom with the Caroma Contura II Tower Basin Mixer in Brushed Bronze. This high-quality mixer features a s...
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Original price $352Current price $282Nero York Wall Top Assemblies With Metal Lever Aged Brass
Upgrade your bathroom with the stylish and durable Nero York Wall Top Assemblies. Featuring a metal lever in an aged brass finish, these assemblies...
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Original price $836Current price $669Nero Opal Wall Basin/Bath Mixer 260mm Graphite
Introducing the Nero Opal Wall Basin/Bath Mixer in graphite with a 260mm height. This mixer is a sleek and stylish addition to your bathroom, provi...
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Original price $190Current price $152Nero Washing Machine Tap Set Graphite
Upgrade your laundry experience with the Nero Washing Machine Tap Set Graphite. This set features a sleek, modern design that is both stylish and f...
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Original price $270Current price $172Caroma Contura II Bath/Shower Mixer - Chrome
Boost your bathroom's style with the Caroma Contura II Bath/Shower Mixer. This sleek, chrome-finished fixture offers a modern touch while providing...
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Original price $302.60Current price $242Nero York Straight Basin Mixer With Metal Lever Chrome
Crafted from high-quality chrome, the Nero York Straight Basin Mixer will elevate your bathroom experience. Its sleek design and metal lever provid...
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Original price $132Current price $106Nero Dolce Basin/Bath Spout Only 215mm Chrome
Add a touch of sophistication to your bathroom with the Nero Dolce Basin/Bath Spout. With a sleek and modern design, this spout is made from high-...
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Original price $451Current price $361Nero Mecca Mid Tall Basin Mixer Brushed Bronze
Meet the Nero Mecca Mid Tall Basin Mixer Brushed Bronze, featuring a stylish design and high-quality materials. This basin mixer provides exception...
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Original price $385Current price $304Nero Bianca Kitchen Mixer Gooseneck Spout Brushed Nickel
The Nero Bianca Kitchen Mixer with Gooseneck Spout is a must-have for any modern kitchen. The brushed nickel finish gives a sleek and elegant touch...
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Original price $400Current price $242Caroma Luna Lead Free Sink Mixer Chrome
The new Lead Free Luna Sink Mixer in Chrome. Caroma is leading the way in transitioning to lead free tapware ahead of the new Australian standard ...
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Original price $704Current price $598Nero Mecca Wall Basin/Bath Mixer Swivel Spout 225mm Brushed Bronze
Experience luxury and sophistication with the Nero Mecca Wall Basin/Bath Mixer. Its swivel spout allows for easy maneuvering, while the brushed bro...
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Original price $748Current price $591Nero York Basin Mixer Hook Spout With Metal Lever Matte Black
Introducing the sleek and modern Nero York Basin Mixer Hook Spout with Metal Lever in Matte Black. Perfect for any contemporary bathroom design, th...
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Original price $451Current price $360Nero Ecco Wall Basin/Bath Mixer Brushed Nickel
Introducing the Nero Ecco Wall Basin/Bath Mixer in elegant brushed nickel finish. This versatile mixer is perfect for fitting seamlessly into any m...
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Original price $187Current price $150Nero Ecco Shower Mixer Chrome
The Nero Ecco Shower Mixer Chrome provides a sleek and modern design with durable and high-quality materials. Its functionality and style make it t...
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Original price $182Current price $146Nero Ecco Fixed Bath Spout Only Chrome
The Nero Ecco Fixed Bath Spout Only Chrome is a sleek and durable option for your bathroom. Made from high-quality materials, this bath spout is bu...
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Original price $352Current price $282Nero Mecca Care Basin Mixer Brushed Nickel
The Nero Mecca Care Basin Mixer in Brushed Nickel is a must-have addition for any modern bathroom. Crafted with precision and style, this basin mix...
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Original price $236.50Current price $189Nero Mecca Basin/Bath Spout Only 260mm Brushed Gold
This Nero Mecca Basin/Bath Spout features a brushed gold finish, providing an elegant and modern touch to your bathroom. Its 260mm length allows f...
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Original price $726Current price $581Nero Opal Wall Basin/Bath Mixer 260mm Brushed Nickel
Introducing the Nero Opal Wall Basin/Bath Mixer 260mm Brushed Nickel: a sleek and stylish option for your bathroom. Made with high-quality brushed ...
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Original price $770Current price $616Nero Opal Wall Basin/Bath Mixer 120mm Brushed Bronze
Introducing the Nero Opal Wall Basin/Bath Mixer - a stylish and functional addition to your bathroom. Made with durable brushed bronze, this mixer ...
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Original price $319Current price $255Nero York Shower Mixer With Metal Lever Matte Black
Introducing the Nero York Shower Mixer With Metal Lever Matte Black, the perfect addition to your bathroom. The sleek, matte black design adds a mo...
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Original price $726Current price $581Nero Mecca Shower Mixer Divertor System Chrome
Experience the ultimate shower experience with our Nero Mecca Shower Mixer Divertor System Chrome. This innovative system seamlessly blends hot and...
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Original price $385Current price $308Nero Ecco Wall Basin/Bath Mixer Chrome
The Nero Ecco Wall Basin/Bath Mixer Chrome offers a sleek and modern design, making it the perfect addition to any bathroom. Its chrome finish adds...
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Original price $2,860Current price $2,288Nero Opal Freestanding Bath Mixer With Hand Shower Graphite
Introducing the Nero Opal Freestanding Bath Mixer with Hand Shower in Graphite. This sleek and modern bath mixer is expertly crafted for superior p...
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Original price $836Current price $669Nero Opal Wall Basin/Bath Mixer Separate Back Plate 260mm Graphite
The Nero Opal Wall Basin/Bath Mixer features a separate back plate for easy installation and a sleek graphite finish. With a length of 260mm, this ...
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Original price $990Current price $782Nero Claudia Sensor Mixer With Black Top Display Brushed Bronze
The Nero Claudia Sensor Mixer, with its sleek black top display and brushed bronze finish, blends style and function. Featuring advanced sensor tec...
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Original price $374Current price $299Nero Bianca Shower Mixer With Diverter Separate Back Plate Brushed Nickel
The Nero Bianca Shower Mixer With Diverter and Separate Back Plate in Brushed Nickel provides a sleek, modern addition to any bathroom. With its du...
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Original price $693Current price $554Nero Opal Wall Basin/Bath Mixer Separate Back Plate 230mm Brushed Nickel
Introducing the Nero Opal Wall Basin/Bath Mixer Separate Back Plate 230mm Brushed Nickel. Crafted with precision and style, this mixer features a s...
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Original price $440Current price $352Nero Bianca Wall Basin/Bath Mixer 187mm Matte Black
Add sophisticated style to your bathroom with the Nero Bianca Wall Basin/Bath Mixer. Featuring a sleek 187mm matte black design, this mixer not onl...
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Tapware Buying Guide
Tapware is one of the most-touched fixtures in a home, used dozens of times a day, and one of the easiest ways to change the character of a room without a full renovation. A tap's finish, shape and mounting position all read as design decisions in their own right, which is why tapware is often chosen after the tiles and benchtop, but before the smaller accessories that follow its lead.
Construction quality matters as much as finish. Solid brass and lead-free brass bodies with ceramic disc cartridges are the standard for durable, drip-free tapware, while stainless steel is common in kitchen and laundry settings for its resistance to corrosion.
Bathroom tapware
Bathroom tapware carries the most design weight of any tap in the home, since it interacts directly with the vanity, basin and tiling around it.
- Basin taps range from single-lever contemporary mixers through to classic three-piece sets, and are usually the first tapware decision made in a bathroom, since the basin's tap hole configuration determines which styles are compatible
- Wall mounted tapware sits flush against the wall above the basin rather than rising from the benchtop, which suits above-counter and semi-recessed basins particularly well. This mounting style needs to be planned early, since it may require moving existing pipework, worth confirming with a plumber before committing to a wall-mounted layout
- Shower taps control water flow and temperature at the shower, ranging from minimalist single-function mixers and mixers with diverters
- Bath taps include wall-mounted, hob-mounted and freestanding bath filler options, each suited to a different bath style and installation. A freestanding bath filler, for instance, needs floor-mounted plumbing planned before the bath itself is installed
- Mixer taps combine hot and cold control into a single lever and are generally the most straightforward tapware to install, making them a common choice in renovations
Coloured tapware and finishes
Finish is often the first design decision made in tapware selection, since it sets the tone for the rest of the room. Matte black and gunmetal read as bold, contemporary choices and work well against light-toned tiles or stone. Brushed finishes, nickel, brass, gold and bronze, bring warmth into a space and pair naturally with timber vanities or warm-toned tiling. Chrome remains the most versatile option, suited to both contemporary and classic bathrooms, and tends to age well since it doesn't tie the room to a single design trend.
Because tapware finish interacts so directly with everything around it, it's worth confirming vanity, tile and accessory selections before finalising a finish, so the tones read consistently under the room's actual lighting rather than just in a product photo.
Kitchen and Laundry tapware
- Kitchen taps choose from gooseneck mixers, which give extra clearance for filling and washing large pots, and pull-out taps, which extend the hose for more flexibility when rinsing dishes or filling containers away from the sink. Kitchen sink mixers are generally chosen to match the sink's tap hole position and the finish of surrounding hardware, such as cabinet handles
- Laundry taps including washing machine tap sets, are built for durability under frequent use, and are worth selecting in a finish that matches nearby fittings if the laundry is a visible, styled space rather than a purely utilitarian one
How do I choose the right tapware for my home?
A few practical checks narrow down the right tapware for a given space:
- Basin or sink style this determines which tap types and tap hole configurations are compatible
- Tap height and reach measure the basin or sink height before choosing a tap, to confirm it clears the bowl comfortably without excessive splashing
- Wall space wall mounted taps suit spaces with existing or plannable wall plumbing, and create a cleaner, more streamlined look above the basin
- Installation complexity mixer taps are generally the simplest to install, while three-piece taps suit a straightforward like-for-like replacement without altering the basin
- Finish and design direction choose a finish that ties the tap to the room's tiles, vanity and hardware, rather than selecting it in isolation
A plumber should always confirm existing fittings and pipework before a final tapware selection is made.
Are bath taps different to basin taps?
Bath and basin spouts differ in size and flow rate, since a bath needs to fill a much larger volume of water than a basin. However, the tap or mixer body itself is often shared across both applications within a range, with the spout being the main point of difference. The Blue Space's Spouts collection covers this distinction in more detail for anyone matching a bath filler to an existing basin mixer.
Are taps easy to replace?
Taps and mixers should always be replaced by a licensed plumber to keep the manufacturer's warranty valid. Replacing bench-mounted tapware is usually straightforward, while wall-mounted tapware tends to be more labour-intensive, particularly in older homes without existing isolation taps, which are worth having installed at the same time if not already in place.
How do I maintain my tapware?
Regular cleaning with mild soap and water is sufficient for most finishes. Abrasive cleaners should be avoided, particularly on coloured and PVD-coated finishes, since they can dull or scratch the coating over time. Drying the tap after use helps prevent water spots and keeps the finish looking consistent.
Why does tapware quality matter?
Tapware is handled daily, so the quality of the cartridge and body affects both how the tap feels to use and how long it lasts before needing replacement. Ceramic disc cartridges, standard across quality brass tapware, are designed for smooth, precise control and resist the wear that leads to dripping over time. Taps in this collection also carry a WELS (Water Efficiency Labelling Scheme) rating.
The Blue Space offer tapware from Australia's leading brands Caroma, Phoenix Tapware, Meir, Nero Tapware, Fienza and more.
Completing the room
Tapware is rarely chosen in isolation. For bathrooms, The Blue Space's Basins, Vanities and Showers collections are worth reviewing alongside a tapware selection, so the finish and proportions are consistent across the whole room. For kitchens, matching a tap to the Kitchen Sinks collection ensures the tap hole position and finish align with the sink itself.
