Mixer Taps – A popular choice, these taps combine hot and cold water through a single spout and are controlled by one or two handles. Ceramic Disc Taps – These use ceramic discs to control water flow, ...

One Irish plumber estimates that a slowly-dripping tap can lose more than 180 litres of water a day, and if it's a hot tap then it could add hundreds of euro to your bill over the course of a year ...