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How to Fit a Bathroom Basin Tap?

You have just bought your new tap. Now it is time to install it. This guide will show you how to install a standard Bathroom Basin Mixer tap in a single-hole basin. Mixer taps can also be called " Mono " and "Monobloc", respectively. The job is easy enough to do for most DIY enthusiasts. This job should take between 30 and 40 minutes to complete. Tools Required: 1. Flathead screwdriver(s) and Philips screwdriver(s). 2. Adjustable spanners 3. To collect any water leftover from an old tap, a bucket or basin is needed. Fittings required: 1. Tap fixing kit to attach the tap to your basin 2. Flexible tails that connect the tap to the water supply 3. Two 1/2'' isolating valves (if not already present). Basin taps can be fed with 1/2" copper pipe. These can be fitted if they are missing to make maintenance much easier. Fitting Steps: 1. You must shut off the water supply. You can do this by using the screwdriver to close the isolating valves by turning the scr...
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