Every detail is important in the home; everything should be carefully designed to facilitate everyday tasks, and choosing the right mixer tap is essential in the kitchen.

With sinuous lines, high-quality materials, harmonious colours that blend in with the surrounding environment and unique features, kitchen taps have evolved from practical accessories to become true pieces of furniture.

A distinctive feature of craftsmanship and the union between form and substance.

There is an infinite variety of mixers in terms of both aesthetics and practicality. The criteria for choosing the one that best suits your kitchen are varied: size, type of spout and its functionality, material and different finishes.

From tap to mixer

The tap has ancient origins and we see its first appearance, although different from today’s, already in Ancient Rome under the name of valvula.

The evolution of taps encompasses fascinating and unexpected aspects, from depictions of fantastical animals on those found in medieval abbeys to the elegant brass of the taps in theatres and cafés of the late 18th century.

The etymology derives from the French word robinet, a diminutive of robin, the name given to rams because tap handles were often shaped like the head of this animal.

To get closer to the idea of modern kitchen taps, we have to wait until the 19th century, when Thomas Griss revolutionised the market with the first screw tap that allowed the water flow to be regulated.

However, the real innovation came in the early 1970s with the invention of the mixer tap: thanks to this device, a simple lever is all that is needed to regulate and mix hot and cold water, an invention that is as ingenious as it is practical.

The difference between a tap and a mixer tap

Kitchen mixers and kitchen taps are not the same thing: although these two terms are often confused and used interchangeably, they are actually two different devices.

Knob taps are the most classic and oldest type of tap and are characterised by two knobs: one to regulate the flow and intensity of cold water and the other for hot water.

The mixer tap, on the other hand, consists of a single lever to regulate both the water flow and its temperature, allowing you to mix hot and cold water.

However, there is no single type of mixer; over time, several different types have been created.

Single lever kitchen mixer

The single-lever mixer tap is the most popular type due to its efficiency and convenience: it allows you to control the water flow and temperature with a single lever.

Flexible single-lever kitchen mixer

Within the category of single-lever kitchen mixers, we find models with flexible spouts and pull-out hand showers, which are a particularly effective and practical solution with an unmistakable design, featuring an elegant arched shape.

These mixers offer great manoeuvrability, facilitating every task in the kitchen, from washing fruit and vegetables to cleaning the sink and dishes.

Super Inox makes Papillon, an exclusive mixer tap featuring a swivel spout with a flexible end.
It has been designed to combine the proportions of a traditional swivel spout model with the practicality of a pull-out hand shower. Compact, refined, functional and with a unique design.
This model is highly appreciated because it adapts perfectly to a wide variety of environments and styles with unrivalled efficiency and functionality.
Its shape and elasticity make it a practical, versatile, innovative and elegant product.

Mixer taps with pull-out hand shower

Easy to handle and classy, these mixers with pull-out hand showers add style to your kitchen without sacrificing practicality.

The end of this mixer tap features a hand shower that can be detached from the main body, making it particularly suitable for those with very spacious washbasins.

3-hole deck-mount mixer taps

A minimalist and essential style, perfect for those with a large central island in their kitchen, is guaranteed by 3-hole deck-mount mixers.

It consists of an elegant arched spout, a pull-out hand shower and a mixer tap to regulate the water flow and temperature.

The smart function allows you to operate the pull-out hand shower at the touch of a button, thereby interrupting the flow of water from the main spout.

Therefore, this model represents a comprehensive solution that meets a variety of needs in every situation.

The Super Inox philosophy

Building to last was the rule for all manufacturers, but today, unfortunately, it is the rule for very few.

Super Inox’s philosophy is to create the most innovative solutions and ensure that its products are built to last.

Every detail is the result of meticulous production linked to the value of craftsmanship, the trademark of Made in Italy.

The choice of stainless steel not only guarantees a durable and functional product in terms of cleanliness, but is also the eco-friendly choice for your kitchen.

It is considered the best eco-friendly and recyclable material for low environmental impact. Super Inox also uses only AISI316L steel, characterised by the presence of molybdenum, which guarantees particular resistance to corrosion.

The materials, the various elegant finishes and the exclusive design of Super Inox mixers ensure a durable and tasteful product, combining quality with practicality.