Tap & Fitting

The right tap finishes a bathroom both visually and functionally. At Big Bath our bathroom taps and fittings range from basin mixers and bath mixers to wall-mounted taps, concealed mixers and angle valves — in chrome, matt black and brushed-gold finishes, across 10 showrooms nationwide.

Types of Bathroom Taps

Basin Mixers

A single-lever mixer that blends hot and cold through one spout, mounted on the basin deck or counter. The most popular everyday basin tap.

Pillar Taps (Two-Tap)

Separate hot and cold taps, usually on a three-hole basin. Classic in look, with each tap controlling one temperature.

Wall-Mounted Taps

Fixed to the wall above the basin or bath, leaving the deck clear. Pair with a wall-hung or under-counter basin for a clean look.

Bath Mixers

Taller, higher-flow mixers designed to fill a bathtub quickly, often with a diverter to a hand shower or rain head.

Concealed Mixers

The valve hides inside the wall and only the trim and controls show — a premium, minimalist look that is also easy to clean.

How to Choose the Right Bathroom Tap (Quick Checklist)

1. Match the tap holes. Count the holes in your basin: one hole suits a mixer; two or three holes need pillar taps or a three-hole mixer.
2. Deck or wall mount? Deck-mounted taps sit on the basin; wall-mounted taps need wall plumbing and suit wall-hung basins.
3. Check your water pressure. Mixers work best at moderate pressure; very low pressure may suit pillar taps or a dedicated pump.
4. Coordinate the finish. Chrome, matt black or brushed gold — match the tap to your shower, accessories and cabinet hardware.
5. Don't forget the valves. Angle valves and stopcocks shut off water for service — fit quality ones behind every tap.

Bathroom Tap Features to Look For

• Solid brass body — durable and corrosion-resistant.
• Ceramic disc cartridge — drip-free, smooth lever action.
• Water-saving aerator — even flow, less splash, lower usage.
• Matching finish — chrome, matt black or brushed gold.
• Coordinated range — match basin, bath and shower mixers.

Related Categories

• Basin Mixers — single-lever basin taps.
• Concealed Mixers — built-in wall mixers.
• Sensor Taps — hands-free taps.
• Wash Basins — pair a tap with your basin.
• Bathroom Accessories — matching accessories.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between a mixer and pillar taps?

A mixer blends hot and cold water through one spout and is controlled by a single lever — convenient and the modern default. Pillar taps are separate hot and cold taps (usually on a three-hole basin), each controlling one temperature.

How many tap holes does my basin need?

It depends on the tap. A single-lever mixer needs one hole; a three-hole basin mixer or pillar taps need two or three holes. Check your basin's tap-hole configuration before choosing a tap.

Deck-mounted or wall-mounted tap?

Deck-mounted taps sit on the basin or counter — easy to fit and service. Wall-mounted taps fix to the wall above the basin, leaving the deck clear, but need wall plumbing. Wall-hung and under-counter basins suit wall taps best.

What finish should I choose?

Chrome is bright, classic and easy to match. Matt black and brushed gold suit modern bathrooms — match the finish across your basin mixer, bath mixer, shower and accessories so the bathroom reads as one set.

Do your taps have ceramic discs?

Our mixers use ceramic-disc cartridges, which are drip-free and give a smooth, long-lasting lever action compared with older rubber-washer taps.

What is an angle valve and do I need one?

An angle valve (angle stop) is a small shut-off valve fitted in the wall behind a tap or mixer. It lets you isolate that fixture for service without turning off the whole house. We recommend fitting quality angle valves behind every tap.

Do you deliver and install bathroom taps?

Yes. Big Bath has 10 showrooms nationwide and in-house installers across Peninsular Malaysia, with ready stock in Kota Kinabalu (Sabah) and Kuching (Sarawak). WhatsApp your nearest branch.