3 Piece Tap Sets
What is a 3 piece tap set?
A 3 piece set gives you separate hot and cold handles plus a spout, rather than one single-lever mixer. You get three individual fittings working together: two taps and an outlet. This layout suits period-style bathrooms and kitchens, and gives a cleaner look on wall mounted installations where the spout sits apart from the handles.
Basin, bath or kitchen: pick by application
- Basin sets: fit above a basin or vanity top, for everyday hand washing.
- Bath sets: sized for filling a bathtub, often paired with a separate hand shower or outlet.
- Kitchen sets: built for sink use, matched to your tap holes and bench clearance.
- Wall sink sets: designed for utility or laundry-style sinks where a compact wall fitting is needed.
Check which category matches your fixture before you buy. A bath set and a basin set are not interchangeable, even within the same style range.
Deck mounted vs wall mounted tap sets
Deck mounted sets sit directly on the basin, bath edge or benchtop, with tap holes drilled through the fixture. Wall mounted sets fix into the wall above the basin or bath, with the spout and handles set into the tiled surface. Wall mounting needs rough-in work behind the wall, so it suits new builds or full renovations more than a straight swap.
Outlet length for wall sets
Wall basin and bath sets are often listed by outlet projection, commonly 180mm or 217mm. This is the distance the spout reaches out from the wall.
- Shorter outlets (180mm) suit basins set closer to the wall.
- Longer outlets (217mm) suit deeper basins or where more reach is needed to sit water over the bowl.
Measure from your finished wall to the centre of your basin before choosing, so the spout lands in the right spot.
Handle style
Most sets here use standard pin or lever handles. A few use a shepherd's crook lever, a curved handle style associated with traditional and heritage-look bathrooms. Pick a handle style that matches the rest of your tapware and door hardware for a consistent look through the room.
Matching your finish
Finishes on offer include chrome, matte black, brushed nickel, brushed gunmetal and brushed gold. For a co-ordinated fit-out, match your 3 piece set to your bathroom tapware, shower tapware and any door handles in the same space. Brushed finishes show fewer fingerprints and water spots than polished chrome, which is worth weighing up for a busy family bathroom or kitchen.
Quick checks before you buy
- Confirm basin, bath or kitchen application matches your fixture.
- Confirm deck mounted or wall mounted to suit your plumbing rough-in.
- Measure outlet length needed for wall sets.
- Confirm finish matches existing tapware and hardware.
- Check for a lead free rating if required for your project.
