Single lever mixers don’t belong in public or commercial bathrooms
Traditional taps like single-lever mixers or 3-piece tapware don’t belong in public or commercial bathrooms.
They fall short on hygiene, water savings, durability, and lifecycle cost. Not to mention that many don’t function as they should in highly demanding public environments.
So, if lever mixers and traditional taps are a no-go in commercial and public washrooms, what choices are left?
They are sensor taps and timed flow taps.
What makes them better?
Sensor and time flow taps feature auto shut-off, reducing water and energy waste and costs. They are also often more vandal-resistant and durable in high-traffic areas. Sensor taps in particular offer significant accessibility advantages.
Perhaps the biggest reason you should only use a time flow or sensor tap in a commercial bathroom is hygiene. Lever mixers are high-touch surfaces that can harbour a significant number of germs. This makes them the perfect breeding ground for ills spread by dirty hands.
Timed Flow Taps
Best for public amenities, parks, schools, and stadiums.
- Touch to turn on. No touch for water to shut off – more hygienic
- Durable and robust for high-use areas
- Simple, low maintenance
- Ideal where vandal resistance matters
Sensor Taps
Best for offices, airports, shopping centres, and premium facilities.
- Completely touch-free = maximum hygiene
- Premium user experience and disability accessibility
- Modern design and image
- Wide range of products on the market
