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The Kitchen Tap Grub Screw is the tiny screw that is often used to hold the Tap Handle in place and / or the Spout. Here are some pictures to show you what grub screws look like. Your Tap Handle & Grub Screw : Here is our Guide including Video explaining How to remove your […]
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Leave a Comment (0) →If you notice any of the following signs, it’s likely time to replace the cartridge in your kitchen tap: 1. Reduced water flow: If you experience a decrease in water pressure or notice that the water flow is weaker than usual, it could be a sign that the cartridge is worn out and needs replacement. […]
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Leave a Comment (2) →Replacing O Rings on Valves is not a good idea. It might initially seems like the quick and cheap solution but if it was that simple then Tap manufacturers that produce their own parts would sell these separately. They don’t. WHY ? If you are repairing the Valve in your Tap, then your Tap is […]
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Leave a Comment (0) →What is the splines on a Tap Valve? These are the small ridges on the top of the Tap Valve. The number of splines (ridges) on a Tap Valve is very important because the Handle is usually designed to fit over the Splines on the Valve. Sometimes customers source a generic or compatible Valve and […]
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How do I know what Franke Tap Model I have ? We receive this question frequently. The simplest method to identify your Franke Tap Model is to email us a picture of your tap. Please include the approximate date of installation if you know it as this can be relevant. If you do not do […]
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