KITCHEN SINKS, TAPS & WDU
boiling water taps don’t deliver 100°C. Andwhilst it’s easy to think that a few degrees won’t make a difference, it’s worth knowing that whilst a tap delivering 85-98°C might come with a lower price tag, it’s also likely your customer’s expectationswill need to be lowered. Because whilst a true boiling water tap will easily dissolve stock cubes, gravy granules, swish instant
QETTLE: Ticking the Tap Boxes N
ot all boiling water taps are equal. In fact, themajority of so-called
coffee and make a mean Pot Noodle, it’s extremely unlikely those ‘near-boiling’ or ‘steaming hot’ taps will deliver the same results. It’s hard to diminish the convenience of boiling
water on tap. But like any product category that has experienced rapid growth over a relatively short time, there is still lots to learn about boiling water taps – so it really pays for you and your team to be curious. Beyond ticking one hundred degrees, other features worth understanding are whether the tap
dispenses chilled, filtered drinking water as standard (you may find an additional undersink housing and filter cartridge are needed), safety, what sort of aftersales technical and/or installation support is available and what maintenance obligation there is.
• QETTLE 4 in 1100°C boiling and filtered water taps retail from £545.00
• See theQETTLE range of boiling, mini and mixer taps at KBB 2026
01603 989039
sales@qettle.com
www.qettle.com/retailers
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space-saving granite sink designed to bring premium functionality to compact
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the Vesta Compact is the most compact model within Clearwater’s Vesta range. It has been
learwater is pleased to present the Vesta Compact, a stylish and
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As part of Clearwater’s commitment to functional design and material excellence, the Vesta Compact combines form, practicalityand style in a product that meets the evolving demands of modern living. Compact in size but uncompromising in quality, it embodies Clearwater’s design ethos of making exceptional craftsmanship accessible to every kitchen. For more information on the Vesta Compact, or to request a brochure, visit the website.
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22 BKU DECEMBER 2025
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