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At chrome-tapshower.co.uk we don’t just sell high end taps and showers we also provide information and tips on how to maintain your appliances. This article was written by one of our team members so if you have any questions or would like to add to this article then just leave a comment at the bottom of this post.

Ceramic disc cartridges are made with two ceramic discs each with two holes (for mixers) or 1 hole (for pillar or 2 handle taps) in it. One disc moves with the tap handle and the other disc remains in position. When these holes are aligned, the water is allowed to flow. In the off position, the holes are no longer aligned and the water stops.

These regulate the flow of water from your tap. It can happen that small particles get stuck in the disc assembly and you must clean the cartridge. In extreme cases you must replace the cartridge but obviously it is better to clean the cartridge before replacing it.

1. Turn off the water supply. Place a cloth over the waste hole to catch any small screws or parts that may accidentally drop into the basin/sink as you work.

2. Remove the cartridge

3. Examine the cartridge. Clean and rinse the seals, openings and cylinder. If a seal is damaged then replace it

4. Remove mineral deposits stuck on the ceramic discs. A drop of food coloring may reveal a cracked ceramic disc. If you see a crack you must replace the cartridge

5. Reassemble and test. Ensure the tap is in the ‘on’ position and slowly turn the water supply back on. Too much pressure too fast can harm the discs in the cartridge

6. If the tap still leaks you need to replace the old cartridge

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As we offer a lot of products that get used by local trades everyday we thought it would be nice to add a section within our site promoting the plumbers and bathroom/kitchen fitters that use our site and products.

We plan to put a list together which will be accessable by the public and will hold the contact details for local trades in your area. We will try to cover all areas but it is down to the tradesman to contact us if he wishes to be listed on our site. If you want to be listed on our sites its fairly straight forward, all you need to do is have a quick word with our customer support team either by e-mail or phone providing them with your contact details and we will review it and get it listed.

As a taps specialist based in the uk we only supply our stock to uk residents and trade workers around the united kingdom so that is why our local trades page will only have contact details for workers based here. We do offer discounts to tradesman as they tend to buy in bulk, but for our normal customers you’ll see that our prices are the best around anyway.

Chrome towel radiators are the latest addition to our fantastic range of household products. Like our chrome taps we have sourced in only the best brand names and have sourced them in at a great price.

Most of the products that we stock you’ll find at 40% – 60% below retail price, we have done our very best to keep our costs down and pass the savings on to our customers. All our items are also sent out using a 48 hour courier company.

Towel radiators have only really been popular for the last 2 years and many people are still unaware of the benefits they have. Chrome towel radiators are designed to look stylish and add an element of attractiveness to the room that its in. Towel radiators are being used in nearly every room in the house, the main ones being the bathroom and the kitchen.

The image above shows one of our full sized radiators designed for the bathroom, it has a chrome finish and is just one of many towel radiators that we stock. This particular radiator retails at over £130 and can be found at that price online and offline, we sell this item for £79.99.

Chrome Towel Radiators 1200mm – 500mm

 To mark the start of our second year and to celebrate easter we have put together some great special offers to help cut costs on your home refurbishment bills. As well as the design being updated we have also updated our product range providing you with even more information than before and better prices. Our range includes all types of taps from the popular traditional taps to the house hold kitchen mixer tap, we even stock the futuristic sensor taps as well as a range of fantasy taps. The list of taps we offer is endless and those are just a few of our popular ones, to find out more about our products or to see pictures please feel free to visit our online store.

If you have anyquestions about what we offer and what we do here at chrome-tapshower.co.uk then contact our customer support team who will be more than happy to assist you, or leave us your feedback about the design and function of our site.

The dual flow mixer tap and the tri-flow mixer tap are the two primary forms of kitchen mixer taps that one may install in their kitchens. The dual flow is the more commonly used mixer tap in home kitchens. It is used for delivery of cold or hot water. Meanwhile, the tri-flow mixer is the type which features more options like an optional central lever used for purified water and a pull out spray. This type is better used for much larger sinks of when there is a requirement to regularly rinse large pans such as those in restaurants. The purification system is a stylish yet efficient alternative to refrigerated pitchers and bottles.

Majority of users who look to beautify their kitchen and make it efficient are the ones who prefer to use this purification system, therefore requiring mixer taps use to eliminate sediments, bacteria or contaminants and allowing fluoride and other healthy minerals to stay.

Other than the aforementioned functions of the two kinds of mixer taps, they also differ in relevance to the materials and finish that will complement your kitchen’s design and style. You can easily choose a kitchen mixer tap depending if you want a contemporary look, minimalist look or other designs that you have in mind.

Whichever type of appearance your kitchen has, you can find a mixer tap with the finish that can complement and integrate well with the rest of your kitchen fixtures and overall theme. Some tap finishes available today include nickel, chrome, silver, matt, high gloss and a whole lot more. Also, there are mixer taps that are available in different colors that satisfy your taste.

These kitchen mixer taps come in various brands. These brands are sometimes expensive or pretty cheap. Since big kitchens may require several numbers of taps for installation, it may be wiser to get the not so expensive ones unless you have a big budget reserved for it. The advantage of buying quality and more expensive mixer taps is that you can be assured that they are going to last long and will not easily stain, erode or develop rust.

To find yourself the perfect kitchen mixer taps that will best fit your kitchen, your taste and your budget, just browse the internet. The array of selection is quite huge and you will surely find the ones you need from the various brands, types, materials and prices of kitchen mixer taps available online. To get the best value for your money, make a thorough comparison before making your purchase.

Looking to the year ahead we shall be updating our product listings, introducing more relevent products for our customers and making a better use of our resources. Another product that we have launched this year is our Led Kitchen Taps this product is proving to be a fantastic seller, far better than we 1st thought it would be, but if this what the customer wants then this is what the customer shall have, we do try to seek out new and fresh products all the time so our customers can enjoy our website being updated rather than the same old boaring look day after day week after week.

We are currently looking for builders/plumbers & bathroom fitters to be listed on our site working in different parts of the country so we can give our customers a little help finding good plumbers or bathroom fitters around the UK. The chosen people must have an up to date website that we can link to.

These examples are extreme. But backflow is a real threat – the US Environmental Protection Agency reckons that at least 100,000 cases of cross contamination occur in the USA every day. That makes it a pressing health & safety issue, and its prevention a priority.

Backflow is caused by one of two factors

* Back siphonage, which occurs when the pressure on the supply end of a water pipe drops dramatically. This causes a vacuum which can suck fluids back through connections upstream thus contaminating the water system.

* Back pressure, the result of reversed water pressure on an outlet from a water main connection exceeding the mains supply pressure.

One solution to these problems is the reduced pressure zone (RPZ) valve. It employs spring check valves create an intermediate zone of pressure that is lower than the supply pressure. If back pressure builds up and the outlet check valve fails to hold, the intermediate zone will pressurise and cause a relief valve to open, draining the entire assembly, thus preventing possible contamination back into the supply.

Installers in the USA have used RPZ valves since the early 1970s when Watts Industries launched its 909 RPZ. Now the British Government has decided to allow their use in this country. The new Water Regulations which replace the Model Water Byelaws free installers to fit RPZ valves here for the first time.

Until these regulations, UK installers have had to install a break tank with a ball valve. However, pressure is lost from the mains with this arrangement so a pump also has to be fitted complete with a level switch to control the pump. This is complex, bulky and expensive, compared with the RPZ valve.

The RPZ valve can only be operated once its type of protective use has been approved by the local Water Regulations Inspector and its correct fitting and operation has been independently checked by one of the 150+ RPZ-licensed inspectors operating in the UK. However, its simplicity, low cost compared to break tanks and ease of installation make it an attractive option for installers

If you have a room in your house that you just don’t like, and it’s your kitchen – then it’s time to remodel! Most older kitchens in London simply don’t have enough space to accommodate today’s lifestyles. One of the best investments you can make in your home is to remodel your kitchen. Money spent upgrading your kitchen will most likely be recouped if you decide to sell. More importantly you will enjoy the luxuries of the new style.

Imagine what it was like for one homeowner who finally decided to upgrade their oven because they were selling their home. They had been living with two burners for seven years. Their realtor told them that upgrading to the standard “four” burners would help their house sell faster. Imagine that – they didn’t really get the benefit of four burners because they never thought to remodel until it was time to sell!

If you’re tired of your kitchen you can start exploring your options even if your budget isn’t quite ready to get started. Here are some things to things about:

* Does your current kitchen have the right amount of space? Would you prefer that it was bigger or smaller?

* What style appeals to you? This is a room that you will have to live with for awhile. The latest and greatest trends in kitchens might not be right for you. Paint colors can be easily changed, but the foundations such as flooring, countertops and cabinets should feel comfortable to you for the long run.

* How do you want your remodeled kitchen to function? Your lifestyle will help you to determine what new appliances are important. For example, if you really love to cook, you might want to look at appliances that appeal to professionals. If you are always on the move, quick and convenient might be your best choice.

* What do you want from your remodeling contractor? You may need a little bit of direction, or a lot. Make sure that you hire a company that is licensed and insured and that you feel comfortable with.

Kitchens are generally the heart of a home. Your ultimate goal is to turn your kitchen into a room that you love.

Recreating your bathroom may not seem like much because there usually aren’t as many fixtures, but often the two ventures tend to match in pricing because they require extensive reworking of almost everything if you are to get the best results.

Kitchen remodeling will have you changing a few appliances and equipment, and buying a number of new ones as well. When you remodel a kitchen, you may want to redo the floors, repaint the walls, perhaps change the sink, change the countertops, and generally create more space in which you get around.

Bathroom remodeling really is not that far behind. You may desire to install a Jacuzzi instead of the old bathtub, which is a major project that involves piping and plumbing and a lot of electrical stuff. The floor and lavatory may also be serious works that you have to contemplate.

By and by, these two major home improvement projects are going to cost you big time, so you want to prepare for them with a budget and a workable plan. Without them, you’d be making a big mess of everything.

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