There are benefits to owning a thermostatic shower, but are these really worth spending money on, and does your family really need one in the bathroom? Questions like these are common when talking about bathroom comforts. In fact, over the last few years, temperature regulating shower mechanisms have become a basic necessity in urban areas.

So, when you are pondering upon the benefits that a thermostatic shower will bring you and your family, then you have to consider the disadvantages of not having one as well, here are just a few.

Risk of Scalding

Why do you need automatic water temperature controls, when it can be set manually? For most adults, manually turning two separate faucet knobs, to balance water temperature, manually, isn’t difficult. However, for small children and elderly folks, it may be a challenge. The risk of piping hot water on the head, spewed out unexpectedly from a shower head, is dangerous, not just for children and elderly, for anyone.

Thermostatic showers eliminate that ‘real’ risk – unable to turn off scalding hot water by turning a faucet knob as quickly as possible. A thermostatic shower tap controls not only the temperature that comes out, but it can shut down water flow instantly when needed, with just the use of a finger. It’s that easy, with a one lever control, and not two separate faucet knobs that operate hot and cold water temperature separately.

Uncomfortable Showers and Baths

Think of all the times when you had to quickly and unexpectedly step back, away from the hot water rushing out of the shower head, and then reach though that hot water to turn the hot water knob off. It’s safe to say that most people have experienced this situation before. However, the hot water may not be a problem, but finding the right amount of hot water is tricky when having to adjust two separate knobs.

Often, the water temperature is never ‘just’ the way you want it, every time. But, with thermostatic showers, you can expect, and receive, the perfect water temperature every time you take a shower or bath. These are some of the disadvantages of not having a thermostatic shower, however, one convenient advantage is that these are easy to install. No drilling in walls or tiles in the bathroom, or altering plumbing because these fit right over existing plumbing, and can be installed in about an hour.

Mixermate is your Australian expert for thermostatic showers and taps. The company supplies easy to use products that are installed quickly, and that can be used in both residential and commercial facilities, such as hospitals, nursing homes, care facilities, retirement villages and private homes.

In every kitchens and bathroom, regulating water temperature is one of the biggest concerns for homeowners around the world. Here at Mixermate, we provide the solution to this problem – thermostatic showers and sink taps. Whether it is maintaining constant water temperature, or to meet the demand for high quality fixtures, you can expect the best from the Mixermate brand.

Water Temperature Regulation

Think of a nice, warm, relaxing shower, and then imagine, suddenly, it starts blasting piping hot water on your head. This happens, and it is a huge concern, especially when you have children and elderly at home. In fact, not only is this a safety concern, but irregular water temperature and excessive hot water have been associated with skin problems too.

Mixermate ensures that your showers or taps never sprays scalding hot water unexpectedly, with thermostat features. And, they are easy to use, no more fumbling with two facet knobs trying to turn them on to control water temperature. With Mixermate’s thermostatic showers and sink taps, you only need to use a finger to turn them on an off, which helps keep you and your family safe.

Ease of Installation

Why would you want to change taps and showers when not renovating? Does it not involve a lot of digging and plumbing? In fact, that is a general notion about changing anything at all in bathrooms and kitchens. However, Mixermate gives you the advantage of installation without the need for plumbing or construction work, it’s true.

There is no tile or wall breaking process involved because you only need to fit them onto existing plumbing. Thermostatic mixers are ideal for homes, hospitals, retirement homes, and nursing homes, it is a one-of-a-kind mixer tap.

Other Benefits of Mixermate Sink Taps

Apart from being the safety solution for water regulation, Mixermate is also well-known for its quality, durability, versatility, and extreme ease of use. In fact, temperature regulated showers and sink taps also save water, and with a temperature preset function you don’t have to ‘wait’ for the water to be at comfortable temperature to take a shower.

Looking to get rid of your unpredictable hot and cold water mechanism? You can, now, with Mixermate shower and sink taps. Easily control your taps and showers with just a single lever, without even having to drill into any walls or the need for changing anything in your bathroom or kitchen.