Before you purchase a new tap ,what things will your take into account? Item size ,the quality and material, guarantee, etc. Also we think your home water pressure is the most important element that your should keep in mind. Without knowing your water pressure, there is always the possibility that you could end up with a weak dribble coming from your new tap.

Following these 3 simple steps, you will make your new tap to perform its true potential.

Step 1: The reason to know the water pressure.

Step 2: How do you find out your water pressure?

2.1 Combination Boiler (Combi Boiler)

• Generally installed in your kitchen near where the cold mains water enters your property.
• Water pressure will typically be between 1-2 bar.

     Unvented Water Cylinder (System Boiler)

• Can be installed anywhere (garage, airing or storage cupboard).
• Typically indirectly heated by a boiler or solar panels, or directly fueled by electricity, gas or oil.
• In this 2 situations, you just need to buy a normal tap. Most taps will fit for your water pressure system.

2.2 Gravity System (Regular Boiler)

• Cold water tank usually in the loft.
•  Hot water cylinder usually in airing cupboard upstairs.
• Commonly, the water pressure on the first floor will be 0.2 bar or less. On the ground floor there is a possibility the water pressure could be 0.5 bar.
•  Under this situation ,you will need to buy the taps for low water pressure system. Please kindly noted.

At last, if you are still unsure about your water pressure, a plumber will be able to have a look and tell you.

Step 3: Which taps or shower will you need for your system?

If you use a combination or system boiler, it can typically work well with any tap or shower that you desire.At Hapilife Taps we have a wide selection of 0.5 bar~3 bar water pressure taps and showers.

If you use a regular boiler(Gravity System),you should pay more attention to select a tap>