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How do I get into this mixer tap?

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kickingk16 · 15/11/2025 10:11

I have a dripping kitchen tap and I’m a DIy novice but before I call out a plumber I’d like to have a go at removing and cleaning the cartridge.
I don’t know the brand /make as it was in when we moved. The issue is that there’s no visible grub screw and I can’t see this type of tap with horizontal levers in any of the YouTube vids for this type of thing.
Any ideas?

How do I get into this mixer tap?
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Needtosoundoffandbreathe · 15/11/2025 10:15

There might be a screw under the ceramic cap - that might unscrew by hand. Or the body of the tap might unscrew. If you can get at the cartridge to clean it you can replace it without getting a plumber in. Ime plumbers will often say the tap needs replacing because their time to replace a cartridge is the same as if they replaced the tap and then they know you shouldn't have any issues for years.

YouDriveMeCrazyButICanDoThatMyself · 15/11/2025 10:15

The white cap on the top of the taps should come off I think.

kickingk16 · 15/11/2025 11:03

Bingo! Thank you. Found it. Then is the cover thing supposed to unscrew? It’s not shifting easily but don’t want to use a wrench on it and damage the outside?

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Dbank · 15/11/2025 11:52

I would expect the chrome shroud to unscrew, it will require the correct sized spanner, or an adjustable one. Regardless I would protect the surface before applying any significant force. (as chrome is quite soft as it has brass underneath)

kickingk16 · 15/11/2025 14:28

Fab - thanks all. Managed to get it off, disassemble, clean and put back together and no drip! Saved me a lot in plumber fees - much appreciated (&new skill learned!)

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Dbank · 15/11/2025 17:04

Excellent, thanks for the update.

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