How do I decide between pillar taps and a mixer for my basin?

The Bristan 1901 range includes both basin pillar taps and a basin mixer, so your choice mainly comes down to the number of tap holes and the look you want. If your basin has a single pre-drilled hole or a vanity unit top, the basin mixer (single-hole) will give you a neat, single spout solution. If your basin has two separate holes and you want a traditional, period look with separate hot and cold controls, go for the basin pillar taps with crosshead handles and white inlay. Practically, pick the mixer for convenience and compactness, and pillar taps for authentic Edwardian styling.

Are these taps available in different finishes and will they match other fittings?

The copy for the 1901 collection highlights a classic gold look, yet the current product listings are shown in Chrome N finishes, so the range is presented in traditional, high-polish options. The white inlay and crosshead handles are signature details that pair especially well with period-style baths, brass accessories or chrome sanitaryware. If you want a fully coordinated scheme, match the finish and the crosshead detail — for example, chrome 1901 taps with chrome towel rails and shower fittings create a cohesive traditional look.

What are the taps made from and how long will they last in a family bathroom?

Each tap in the Bristan 1901 range has a solid brass body, which gives you robust build quality and good corrosion resistance compared with cheaper alloys. The description also notes modern internal components, so you get traditional looks with contemporary durability. For a busy family bathroom, the brass construction and classic crosshead handles will stand up well to regular use and cleaning.

Can I get a bath shower mixer in this traditional 1901 style if I want a shower outlet?

Yes — the range includes a Bath Shower Mixer in the 1901 style, combining the traditional crosshead detailing and white inlay with a shower outlet. That lets you maintain the period aesthetic while adding modern functionality for a shower. If you prefer a separate filler look, there's also a pillar bath filler and bath mixer option within the same collection.

How many tap holes do these products need and how do I match them to my bath or basin?

The product filters show most items in the range require two tap holes, while one product is a single-hole option. Typically, pillar taps and pillar bath fillers need two holes for separate hot and cold controls, whereas basin mixers are the single-hole choice. Before you buy, check your bath or basin's existing drilled holes so you select the matching 1901 configuration.

Bristan 1901 Bathroom Taps

Go back to 1901 with this utterly gorgeous collection of traditional bathroom taps from Bristan. The Bristan 1901 Bathroom Taps range benefits from exquisite detailing such as white inlay pieces and crosshead handles, and each tap comes in a gold finish to get that truly classic look that you’re going for. The bodies of the Bristan 1901 Bathroom Taps are made from solid brass for a strong build quality and contain all the modernity you’d get in a brand new set of bathroom taps.

If you're looking for bathrooms tap by style and don't know where to start, the Bristan 1901 Bathroom Taps range is the ideal starting point to create a traditional aesthetic right in your bathroom.

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