What do I need to install my Mira taps?

When choosing new taps there are a lot of things to consider and appearance is always going to be high on that the list. However, it is equally important that you have the right conditions to get the maximum performance from your taps.

Different types of taps have different requirements to ensure they work correctly. Here we explain the basic requirements needed for some of our taps.


Basin Monobloc

The water supply to our Basin Monobloc taps needs to be at reasonably balanced pressures from a common source (e.g. hot and cold supplies both from the same storage or both from a supply pipe). If the water comes from unbalanced supplies (e.g. hot and cold supplies from separate sources) an ‘approved’ single check valve or some other (no less) effective backflow prevention device needs to be fitted immediately upstream of both hot and cold water inlets.

Bath Filler

Bath Filler Water supplies shall be at reasonably balanced pressures from a common source (e.g. hot and cold supplies both from the same storage or both from a supply pipe). Where the fitting is supplied from unbalanced supplies (e.g. hot and cold supplies from separate sources) an ‘Approved’ single check valve or some other no less effective backflow prevention device shall be fitted immediately upstream of both hot and cold water inlets.

Bath Shower Mixer

As it is possible for the shower hose and handset to drop below the spill-over level of the bath, which could lead to contamination from back siphonage of Fluid Category 3 water, an ‘approved’ single check valve or some other (no less effective) backflow prevention device needs to be fitted immediately upstream of both hot and cold water inlets. A minimum gap of 40mm is required between the showerhead and the spillover level of any toilet, bidet or other appliance with a Fluid Category 5 backflow risk.


If you are unsure about which tap(s) would work best with your water supply we would always recommend that a qualified tradesperson fits your taps for you and they can also give you advice on choosing the right tap(s) for your bathroom. The installation guides for each of our taps can be found on our product pages here and they will help you and your plumber make the best choice for your needs.


We currently do not offer our supply and fit service on our taps. For potential repair options, or if you require further assistance, please contact our Customer Service Team by using the contact us form.