3 Way Kitchen mixer

Bought to replace 9 year old leaking tap. Fitting was straightforward as replacing similar tap - biggest problem was removing the old tap which required a long box spanner to undo centre clamp ( which I was lucky to find in my toolbox !). Grifema tap had a simpler clamping arrangement tightened by two, more accessible, Phillips head screws. Other reviewers had commented that the connections were smaller than than normal UK 3/8 BSP but the tap was supplied with two reducer fittings and, additionally, a choice of 1/4 or 3/8 fitting for water filter, so no problems connecting to existing pipe work. I’m not a plumber so the whole change procedure took me nearly 3 hours, but a professional would easily manage in less than 1 hour. Once fitted the tap operated correctly - the controls were different to my original tap so will take some getting used to (original tap had hot water lever on left - this has combined hot&cold on right, with left lever for filtered water - also tap has two outlets - one for normal hot/cold but with a separate outlet for the filtered line). Word of caution - if you remove all your drain connections to give better access, as I did, do remember to reconnect them before trying the tap !! Also, the original tap ( Astracast TARGA Springflow ) cost £141 when bought 10 years ago, this replacement was £56.99 so other than my own stupidity - I was very pleased with the tap and replacement procedure and happy to recommend it. One late thought - I don’t know if there’s a technical explanation but since fitting the new tap hot water takes much longer ( 65 seconds rather than 25) to reach the sink.

I’m not happy that the water is also running from the drinking tap when I’m using the hot and cold tap. I spent £60 for the item, and £80 for the plumber to install

I brought this 3 way mixer tap because I had limited space in my kitchen. I had a water softener fitted and a separate hard water supply installed. I didn't have the space for a separate Filtered hard water tap, so a 3 way tap was the only option for me. I chose this tap because it is very reasonably priced compared to uk versions. This is a Spanish tap, so has smaller hot and cold flexi-pipe fittings end fitting is 12mm instead of 15mm on uk versions. This is easily remedied by fitting a brass Tesla bsp flexi tap tails adapter 12mm x 1/2" that fits a standard 15mm tap connection. The 3rd outlet for the filtered water, the flexi-tap tail is a standard uk size. Make sure you check that all the tiny flexi-tap washers are there before you screw the flexi-pipes into the tap base or it will leak. It's really straight forward to fit. My tap is fitted on the ceramic kitchen sink. I have relatively low hot water pressure from a gravity fed system but the tap works fine. I will probably get a pump fitted to increase the hot water flow to the tap but it's actually ok and the 3 way tap looks good too! I highly recommend GRIFEMA 3 way mixer tap. I love it!!!! *****

Will be returned following receipt of replacement tap that hopefully functions as it should. Otherwise this looks a nice sturdy tap. Update: New tap received and fitted today and works perfectly. This is a later model as was complete with 3/8" - 1/2" BSP adapters that I would not have had to buy if they had been included with the first tap. This has now been returned using the appalling EVRI return system with contradictory instructions on the Amazon website as to locations requiring returns to be boxed and those at the Parcelshop. Printers at 2 locations not working. What a joke! So after 3+ months the replacement tap is working fine and I am very pleased with the build quality and so far no issues with the chrome finish hence updated to 4 stars. The water flow is as others have said somewhat restricted however the upside to this is a reduction in wasted water. The tap is also fitted with an aerator so unlikely you will get splashed when the water hits a spoon laying in the sink for instance (unlike the Franke tap we replaced). If I had not had the problems mentioned earlier this would be a five star review - decent quality at a very reasonable and competitive price. A further update - After 2 years 6 months the tap has no leaks and there are no signs of corrosion.

Easy to fit, just follow the instructions and dont use any tools to put it all togther. You only need a Philips head screw driver to mount it. No leaks so far and it has not overly affected the water pressure, it has reduced it but not by alot. The extra hose for the water filter is why I got it and the pressure from the tap going through a Water2 filter is still good. Updated: I have since spoken to a Plumber and it seems this is a tap for a high pressure system and not like mine which is mains cold and gravity hot. This is why the pressure has dropped.

Very sturdy well made 3 in 1 tap and very good value, the only slight concern is the inlets hoses are small bore and low pressure tank feeds suffer a reduced flow. Cold Mains pressure is great but the low pressure hot is slow to fill. Love the separate outlet for the filtered drinking water supply

Update#2. Putting the removed star back Finally got around to turning off the water and taking a look at this. It ended up being easier to repair. although I can't be sure if the issue is poor manufacture, installation, or durability. Basically the little screw at the back of the tap secures into a nylon sleeve and stops the tap from lifting out. this had worked it self loose some how even though the screw was still in place. Update. Reducing by 1 star After 9 months it is starting to fall apart. I notice that the rotating spout pulls off and let's water for gushing out. Not very secure. I was able to jam it back in but not sure how sustainable that will be. I'll contact the seller to see how this support is... For the price it is good value but I expected it to not drip when new. It's not a lot of dripping, just the odd bit occasionally. Almost like the off position is "only just off" and sometimes lets a drop through.

Cercavo un rubinetto a tripla via e questo mi ha colpito subito per il design. Leggendo le recensioni nizialmente avevo dubbi se avesse funzionato o meno ma considerando che per rubinetti simili a tripla via mi hanno chiesto in negozio dalle 250 alle 450 euro 😱... ho deciso di provare... Risultato: bellissimo, stiloso, robusto, funziona perfettamente, facile da montare... LO ADORO!!

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Lovely tap but unfortunately though the paint is coming off it from the base showing chrome now..iv only had it afew mths..but for the price I guess I can’t expect it to last too long,

Die GRIFEMA Küchenarmatur 3 Wege Wasserhahn mit Filter-Mischbatterie überzeugt durch ihre herausragende Funktionalität und ihr modernes Design. Mit ihrem 360° drehbaren Auslauf bietet sie maximale Flexibilität und ist ideal für jede Küchensituation, sei es beim Spülen großer Töpfe oder beim Reinigen des gesamten Beckens. Vielseitigkeit: Der 3-Wege-Mechanismus ermöglicht eine einfache Umschaltung zwischen kaltem, heißem und gefiltertem Wasser. Dies ist besonders praktisch für den täglichen Gebrauch und spart Zeit, indem man jederzeit gefiltertes Trinkwasser zur Verfügung hat. Design und Verarbeitung: Die hochwertige Verarbeitung aus robusten Materialien garantiert Langlebigkeit und eine ansprechende Ästhetik, die in jede moderne Küche passt. Das zeitlose Design fügt sich nahtlos in jede Einrichtung ein und verleiht der Küche einen Hauch von Eleganz. Einfache Installation: Die Montage der Armatur ist unkompliziert und dank der mitgelieferten Anleitung schnell erledigt. Selbst ohne umfangreiche Vorkenntnisse ist die Installation ein Kinderspiel. Fazit: Die GRIFEMA Küchenarmatur 3 Wege Wasserhahn ist eine ausgezeichnete Wahl für alle, die Wert auf Funktionalität, Qualität und Stil legen. Sie vereint praktischen Nutzen mit einer ansprechenden Optik und ist eine Bereicherung für jede Küche. Eine klare Empfehlung für alle, die ihre Küche mit einer hochwertigen und vielseitigen Armatur ausstatten möchten.

The plumber told me that it’s best to fit a thicker basin or to be attached directly to the granite. My basin is 2 mm which is slim aluminum. Overall a happy customer and now I can wash trays as it gives me the right space