Waterfall Taps

Considering a waterfall tap for your bathroom? You may be wondering how its open spout will work with your basin or bath day to day. The FAQs below answer the practical questions that can help you choose.

 

What are waterfall taps?

Waterfall taps have an open spout that sends water out in a broad stream rather than a narrow one. They're available for both basins and baths, in styles including deck mounted, wall mounted, high rise and freestanding designs.

 

Can waterfall taps splash more than other taps?

They can splash if the water falls from too high or lands in the wrong part of a shallow basin. Your basin's depth and the spout's height and reach all affect how the water lands, so compare their measurements before choosing.

 

Do waterfall taps use more water?

The broad stream can look like it uses more water, but actual use depends on the tap's flow rate and how long it runs. Flow rates vary between models, and bath fillers can differ from basin taps, so compare the product details for the type you're considering.

 

Can water remain in a waterfall spout after use?

A little water may sit at the end of an open spout after you turn the tap off, but that's very different from ongoing dripping. If your waterfall bathroom tap keeps dripping, follow the fitting instructions or ask a plumber to investigate.