Greens Tapware

The key factor is the height and style of your basin. For standard inset or semi-recessed basins, a regular deck-mounted basin mixer with a spout height of around 100–140mm works well. However, if you have an above-counter or vessel basin, where the bowl sits on top of the benchtop, you will need a tall basin mixer with a spout height of 180mm or more, otherwise the spout will sit below the basin rim and water will splash onto the benchtop. Wall-mounted mixers offer another option for above-counter basins, with the height controlled by your rough-in position. Always confirm basin rim height before purchasing your tapware.

The Water Efficiency Labelling and Standards (WELS) scheme is a mandatory Australian government rating system that measures how water-efficient a tapware product is. Ratings run from 1 to 6 stars, the more stars, the less water the tap uses per minute. For basin mixers, a 5 or 6-star WELS rating is considered excellent and translates to meaningful long-term savings on water bills, particularly important in drought-prone Australian states. All tapware sold in Australia must carry a WELS rating, and most reputable brands now offer basin mixers rated 4 stars or higher as standard. Look for the WELS label on the product or packaging before you buy.

While bath mixers and basin mixers may look similar, they are not interchangeable. The key technical difference is the water supply connection size. This difference matters because filling a bathtub requires a significantly higher flow rate, a basin mixer simply cannot deliver water fast enough to fill a bath in a reasonable time. Always use tapware specified for bath applications when fitting out a bath, and consult your plumber if you are unsure.

A shower mixer (or shower tap) is the control valve that regulates the flow and temperature of water to your shower. A single-lever mixer controls both temperature and flow with one handle. A thermostatic mixer maintains a pre-set water temperature even if pressure changes elsewhere in the system, a safer and more convenient option, particularly for households with children. Shower mixers in Australia must comply with AS 3718 standards.

A rail shower (also called a slider rail shower or shower rail kit) includes a hand shower mounted on an adjustable rail, allowing users to slide the shower head up or down to their preferred height. Rail showers are among the most practical and versatile shower options available, they suit users of different heights, are ideal for bathing children, and are easy to use for rinsing down shower walls. They are widely used in family bathrooms across Australia.

A rail shower with overhead shower combines a fixed overhead shower head at the top of the rail with a sliding hand shower below. A diverter valve (either integrated into the rail or fitted separately at the mixer) allows you to switch water flow between the overhead and the hand shower. This combination delivers the best of both worlds, the immersive feel of a rain shower with the flexibility of a hand shower.

Greens is an established Australian tapware brand with a range spanning basin mixers, bath and shower mixers, kitchen mixers and matching accessories. It's generally well regarded within its market position, and as with any brand, quality and finish durability sit at different levels depending on the specific range, so it's worth matching the collection to your expectations rather than judging the whole brand on one product line.

Greens designs and develops its ranges in Australia, though manufacturing of individual product lines, like most tapware sold here, can be sourced from a mix of local and overseas facilities depending on the collection. If origin matters for a specific purchase, check that product's own listing or spec sheet rather than assuming one answer applies across the whole catalogue.

Greens is stocked through a mix of trade plumbing suppliers, bathroomware retailers and online stores, with exact range and availability varying by retailer and changing over time. Checking current stock directly with a retailer is the most reliable way to confirm availability for a specific product, or browse what's carried online through the collections listed here.

Greens has built its range around practical, well-priced tapware across the core bathroom and kitchen categories, offering a broad spread of finishes without positioning itself as a premium design-led specialist. That makes it a reasonable option for renovations where consistent, reliable tapware across several rooms matters more than a single standout collection.

There's no single answer, since "best" depends on what you're prioritising. Greens suits buyers after solid, practical tapware across a full renovation. Other brands stocked here take different approaches, Caroma coordinates a full bathroom suite, while Phoenix leans design-led. Comparing a couple of ranges against your actual budget and finish preference will tell you more than any single "best brand" label.

Yes, Greens backs its tapware with a manufacturer's warranty, with length and terms varying by product and range, so check the documentation for the specific tap you're considering. Installation by a licensed plumber is the usual condition for keeping the warranty valid, in line with standard practice across Australian tapware brands.