How about those of us who are with severe arthritis? What do we do in the shower or with any kind of plumbing that needs our turn of the hands? Well, now we have Mixermate!

Mixermate turns your old hard-to-use taps into a very friendly and easy use single lever mixer tap. Ideally, for elderly folks who wrestle with the effect of arthritis, the Mixermate can be turned using only a finger. There are some advantages of Mixermate that you will appreciate; one is that you elude expensive plumbing costs associated with having to remove tiles to install new taps.

Just think, not only can Mixermate turn any hot and cold tap into single lever tap, it can also be installed in an amazingly short amount of time, about an hour. There is no removing tiles, no drilling into walls, no more changing washers, it is cost effective, an easy installation and perfect for people with arthritis or low hand function.

Mixermate is water saving and has Australian Made fittings. Using the existing plumbing, the Mixermate tap simply mounts on top of the wall. Suitable for your shower, bath, basin, sink and laundry cover. It is also available in assorted colours such as white, ivory, chrome and stainless Steel.

It’s easy to turn your old hard-to-use tap into an easy-to-use single lever tap, and it is beneficial for businesses as well. Mixermate taps are effectively being utilized in retirement facilities, in hospitals and nursing homes with much success. Visit our website to see the full range of taps and devices available which includes items such as thermostatic mixing valves and thermostatic showers.

This handy one lever tap is recommended by professionals in the care industry, occupational therapists and architects to avoid hot water burns.

Mixermate Warranty

It is important to note that a Registered or Licensed Plumber must install the Mixermate system or the warranty will be void. The mixer tap is covered by the Linkware Australia Pty Ltd warranty, the fittings are covered by a 12-month warranty, and the Mixermate is cover is covered by a 12-month warranty. Cleaning is simple, just use warm soapy water. Do not use an abrasive or acid based cleaning agent. Doing this will void the warranty.

The Mixermate is not to be used for load bearing as a support aid. In fact, it is not intended to be used as a support aid in any way. The warranty on any part of the Mixermate components and/or system are limited to the conditions noted in the Linkware Australia Pty Ltd information headed ‘Ceramic Cartridge.

Stay away from unnecessary costs, turn to the respectable plumbers and enjoy your Mixermate! For more information about Mixermate and other products, please visit our website: http://www.mixermate.com.au

According to the Arthritis Foundation, warm water therapy works fabulous for all sorts of musculoskeletal problems such as arthritis, low back pain and fibromyalgia. In fact, current studies show that warm water makes the joints looser, decreases pain, reduces inflammation and swelling plus increases circulation.

Bruce E. Becker, MD, director of the National Aquatics & Sports Medicine Institute at Washington State University in Spokane says that patients he has studied seem to get maximum benefits from soaking for 20 minutes. Dr. Becker also recommends that you stay hydrated by drinking water before and after a soak.

Recommendations for Soaking

Use Warm not Hot Water: When you soak, specialists say that the water temperature should be between 92 and 100 degrees. This is vitally important, especially if you have problems with your cardiovascular system. Research claims that if the water is too hot, it can cause stress on the heart. In fact, health specialists suggest that hot baths may be dangerous for people suffering heart disease, diabetes, low or high blood pressure, circulatory system problems and pregnant women. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, temperatures over 104 degrees is considered dangerous for everyone.

Warm Bath Combined with Movement: A warm water soak is perfect for relaxing. Warm water increases blood flow to frozen joints and stiff or sore muscle. For ultimate benefits, mild stretching while you are soaking is recommended. Low impact stretching loosens the tendons and muscles and eases discomfort in inflamed areas. The suppleness lasts even after you finish your soak. Jets and shower massages are also very beneficial. The warm water combined with the massage may help relieve discomfort and pain. In truth, many specialists recommend at least a warm water shower massage if you do not have a tub with jets.

Controlling the Temperature with a Mixer Tap

As we know, it is important that your water temperature is warm and not hot. Unfortunately, this can be a difficult task when it comes to most water taps. A traditional connection includes two taps. One connection is for the cold water supply and one is for the hot. However, a mixer tap has a single flow of water with just one spout. The water flow and temperature is controlled by a lever on the wall or bench off to the side of the spout.

The mixer tap can be utilized in a bath, shower, kitchen sink or utility sink in the laundry. It also gives you the ability to switch flows from the shower accessory to the mixer tap. It is very useful in small bathrooms that do not have room for a separate shower. Instead, you can use the mixer tap to make a nice warm shower bath.

What is more, individuals who have rheumatism or arthritis find traditional taps to be quite difficult to maneuver. But with a mixer tap you can set the temperature as the water flows out with an easy-to-use single lever.

Mixer taps are a simple solution for perfect warm temperatures so you can take a beneficial warm bath or shower.