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Hey, looking for a solution to a newly tiled kitchen splash back which has new brought the splash back forward approx 20mm and now the taps need extensions.
have found a solution to the hot/cold taps via this forum and have used kinetic pvc bonnet extensions
Not sure how to extend the tap itself now. We have brought a brasshards M&F extension CP 15x40mm extension but it brings it out too much and leaves a big gap between the splashback and the tap. Other option is to not use the extension and to just screw it into the tiles and apply some silicone however that leaves the risk of internal leakage going unknown.
anyone got any ideas ?
Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community @entucker. It's wonderful to have you join us, and many thanks for your question about extending a tap connection.
Can you please tell me a little more about this: "Other option is to not use the extension and to just screw it into the tiles and apply some silicone however that leaves the risk of internal leakage going unknown."
Can you screw the sink tap onto the threaded section despite the added thickness? If so, what risk of leakage would there be? With plumbing, there is always a risk of internal leakage going unknown. If you can get at least 2 1/2 - 3 good rotations of the tap onto the threaded section before the flange bottoms out on the tiles you're golden.
Mitchell
Hey Mitchell, apologies for the late reply. Still trying to figure out how to fill this gap between the extension and the tiles ?
Hello @entucker
Your idea of adding an extension is spot on. However, I suggest changing the piece you've put on with a Brasshards 15mm Brass Male / Female Threaded Adaptor. This will conservatively add anywhere from 15mm to 20mm to the front of the existing threaded outlet. The Brasshards 15 x 40mm Chrome Plated Brass Male Female Extension is too long.
Once you have the shorter extension in place and there is still a gap, I suggest either using a gap sealer such as silicone if the space between the spout and the wall is around 5mm. Another option is to use a Kinetic 3/4" BSP 10mm Rise Chrome Cover Plate or similar to take up the slack.
Please keep us updated with your progress, we look forward to seeing your kitchen spout neatly installed.
Eric
Thanks a lot EricL ! Really happy with how it’s turned out after buying the smaller extension and also a raised cover plate ! Cheers
