If you are fitting a new bidet or replacing a tired old mixer, choosing the tap is simpler than it looks once you know the few things that actually matter. Get them right and the tap fits first time, drains properly, and matches the rest of your bathroom. Get them wrong and you are sending it back.
This guide covers what a bidet tap is, the waste options, how to match the tap to your bidet, and how to choose a finish that ties the room together. If you already know what you need, you can jump straight to our bidet taps collection, browse bidets themselves, or see the full taps range. For a wider look at matching taps across the bathroom, our guide on how to choose bathroom taps pairs well with this one.
What is a bidet tap?
A bidet tap, also called a bidet mixer, is a fitting designed specifically for a bidet rather than a basin. Most are single-lever mono mixers, which means one handle controls both temperature and flow from a single spout. That one-handed control is part of the appeal, since it lets you set a comfortable temperature quickly and easily.
The other thing that sets a bidet tap apart is the spout. It is shaped and angled to direct water into the bowl where you need it, and many models have an adjustable aerator so you can fine-tune the direction of the flow. A standard basin tap will not do this as well, which is why a purpose-made bidet mixer is worth choosing.
Start with the tap holes
Just like a basin, your bidet has a set number of pre-drilled tap holes, and that decides what will fit. Before anything else, check how many holes your bidet has.
Most modern bidets have a single tap hole, which takes a mono bidet mixer. This is by far the most common setup and the majority of our range is designed for it.
Some traditional bidets have multiple holes for separate hot and cold taps or a three-hole mixer. If that is your setup, you need taps to match the hole configuration, so check before you buy.
If you are replacing an existing tap and keeping the bidet, the hole count is fixed, so let that guide you. If you are buying a new bidet too, decide the tap style first so the bidet you choose matches it.
Don't overlook the waste
This is the detail people forget, and it is the one that causes returns. Most bidet taps come as a set that includes a waste, the part that lets you fill and drain the bowl, but there are different types.
A pop-up waste uses a small lever, usually behind the spout, to open and close the plug so you can fill the bidet with water. This is the traditional and most common option.
A push-open waste, sometimes called a click-clack, opens and closes with a simple push, with no lever needed. It gives a cleaner look and is increasingly popular on modern taps.
When you choose a tap, check whether the waste is included and which type it is, so it suits how you like to use the bidet. Many of the sets in our range include a matching waste, which saves sourcing one separately.
Choosing a finish that matches
A bidet sits alongside your toilet, basin and bath, so the tap finish should coordinate with the rest of your brassware. Mismatched finishes are the quickest way to make a bathroom feel unplanned.
Our bidet taps come in a wide range of finishes including chrome, brushed nickel, brushed brass, gold, copper, anthracite and black. Chrome is the dependable all-rounder that suits almost any scheme. Brushed brass and gold bring warmth and a boutique feel. Matt black is bold and contemporary. Whichever you choose, aim to match it to your basin and bath taps so the whole room reads as one considered design.
Matching brands and budget
It is worth choosing a bidet tap from a brand you trust, ideally matching the maker of your other taps so the styling and finish line up. Our range spans entry level to premium, with prices from around £82 up to over £700, so there is something for a simple refresh as well as a high-end designer scheme.
We carry bidet taps from respected manufacturers including Hansgrohe, Cifial, Vado and Ideal Standard, all built for accurate temperature control and long-lasting everyday performance. If you want the same look across the room, it is often easiest to pick your basin, bath and bidet taps from a single range.
Get the right tap the first time
We have spent over 40 years helping people match taps to their fittings, and a bidet mixer is a small choice that is easy to get right once you have checked the hole count, the waste type and the finish. If you tell us what bidet you have, we will point you to a tap that fits and coordinates with the rest of your bathroom.
Browse the full bidet taps collection to start, or explore our bidets range if you are planning the whole setup. Delivery is free on UK orders over £499, and our team is on hand if you would like a steer before you commit.
