Lift/Turn Mixer taps

[devondave]

I don't know the correct term for these taps:dizzy2: but I have single hole basin taps with a lever that turns and lifts. The have been installed
about 7 or 8 years without problems but lately they have become very stiff when turning. Is there anything I can do to cure this?

 

[bob the plumber]

turn your water off, then strip the tap and grease up the moving parts, that should do the trick simple as that

 

[SimonJohns]

Use silicone grease or food grease.

 

[devondave]

Thanks simon/bob, I have done as you suggested. Taps now a lot better though not as good as new!! It was a bit daunting taking the plastic innards apart but only seemed to fit together one way, fortunately. Used silicone grease.

 

[Whn1]

If you're still not happy, take em apart again and take them to your local plumbers merchant for a like to like replacement.