Essentials Bath or Shower Mixer Chrome – Supply & Install

A simple, reliable in-wall mixer for standard bathroom shower or bath applications.

The Essentials Bath or Shower Mixer Chrome is a practical replacement option for customers wanting a straightforward single-lever mixer without premium styling or unnecessary features.

Its in-wall body is constructed as a one-piece unit with a designated wet-seal area. The design is intended so that if the cartridge fails, water is directed toward the front of the wall rather than into the wall cavity, helping reduce the risk of concealed water damage. 

Key Features

• Essentials range

• Chrome finish

• Suitable for bath or shower use

• Wall-mounted installation

• Solid one-piece mixer body

• DR brass construction

• Brass cartridge housing

• 35mm ceramic disc cartridge

• Loop paddle handle

• Flat mount with 3-point fixing

• Removable body sleeve

• Designed to maintain the wet seal during trim servicing

• Recommended operating pressure: 150–500 kPa

• Product Code: 285503

What's Included

• Essentials Bath or Shower Mixer Chrome

• Removal of the existing compatible mixer trim and mixer body where accessible

• Installation of the new mixer in the existing suitable location

• Connection to existing accessible hot and cold water supplies

• Connection to the existing shower or bath outlet

• Securing and alignment of the mixer

• Testing hot and cold operation

• Leak testing

• Final commissioning

Standard Installation Conditions

Standard installation applies where the new Essentials Bath or Shower Mixer is replacing an existing compatible mixer and the wall is already open or the existing plumbing arrangement allows replacement without additional building work.

Installation assumes:

• Existing hot and cold water pipework is accessible

• Existing pipework is serviceable

• Existing shower or bath outlet pipework is suitable

• Mixer can be installed in the existing position

• No relocation of water pipework is required

• No alteration to framing is required

• No tile, waterproofing or wall repairs are required

• Suitable access is available to complete the installation

Any additional plumbing or building work can be identified and discussed before proceeding.

Additional Work Not Included

Standard installation does not include:

• Cutting or removing tiles

• Waterproofing repairs

• Wall sheeting repairs

• Tiling

• Painting

• Relocating the mixer

• Relocating hot or cold water pipework

• Relocating the shower or bath outlet

• Repairing damaged concealed pipework

• Structural alterations

• Rectification of pre-existing plumbing defects

Installer Verdict

Best Budget Bath or Shower Mixer

The Essentials mixer is the straightforward option when you simply need a dependable replacement and do not need premium tapware styling.

Its biggest practical advantage is the one-piece in-wall body and wet-seal design, which is a sensible feature for a concealed mixer at this price level.

JR Installer Rating: 4/5 – Recommended Budget Option

Best suited to:

• Standard shower renovations

• Bath mixer replacement

• Rental properties

• Investment properties

• Budget bathroom renovations

• Like-for-like mixer replacement

• Customers prioritising function over premium styling

Warranty

Manufacturer warranty currently lists:

• 5 years: mixer cartridge, body, aerator, hoses, spout, handle and chrome finish

• 2 years: handpieces and pull-down hoses

• 1 year: seals and labour

Manufacturer warranty terms and conditions apply.