Frap bath mixers: product overview

A faucet is an item that no bathroom can do without. Choosing it, you need to consider a lot, so that the thing lasts a long time and pleases the eye with its appearance. Mixers are produced by many companies specializing in the production of sanitary equipment. Let us dwell on one of them - Frap.

Frap began operations in 2002. The company is located in China, however, the models entering the market are of good quality and more than affordable price. For production, components from Italy are used, as well as very high quality brass. All products pass tests, therefore quality certificates for each model must be available. Frap products are widely distributed not only in Russia but also abroad.

The brand produces a variety of types of plumbing: pipes, sinks, sinks, mirrors, but most of all production is focused on mixers. Basically, models copied from other brands, but at a much lower price, fall on the market. But the brand practically cannot offer original goods. There are several lines, among which are budget and luxury.

Frap faucets have a lot of advantages.

• Profitability. Buying goods from this brand, you will save not only money, but also water, since all models are equipped with systems that can control water flow.
• Huge range. Frap offers its customers a large number of different types of mixers. They can vary in design, shape, color, pricing.
• Environmental friendliness. To produce its goods, the company uses high-quality and safe raw materials that do not harm the user.

There are not many shortcomings, but they also exist.

• The presence of fakes. Unfortunately, sellers who want to make money on gullible customers do not become smaller over the years. Always ask for certificates, especially if ordering is done online.
• Quick failure of parts. Some parts of the taps may break, wear and wear. The good thing is that they are easy to replace.
• Inconvenient care. Many chrome-plated models often have to be cleaned, since water stains are visible. And cleaning, according to customer reviews, is not too easy.

The most common variety is the classic mixer. It can be issued with valves and a joystick. In the first version, the faucet is equipped with two valves that can be easily turned to adjust the desired water temperature. In the second, the liquid is supplied by moving the joystick up, and closing the tap is down. The spout, as a rule, is lower so that you can easily dial the bath without spraying with water.

In addition, many models from this brand include a thermostat. This means that you can set the temperature once, protecting yourself from a sudden stream of hot or icy water.

Now consider a few models that deserve the attention of buyers.

• Frap G2402. In the configuration of this model, you can find a mixer, shower and tropical watering can, as well as a set of mounts for installation. There is no hydromassage or thermostat. Rack height - 113 cm.

• Frap F3014-B. Another good mixer with a 150 cm shower hose. In addition, the kit includes a shower switch and a watering can holder. The cartridge is ceramic.

• Frap F2139-B. Single lever, very attractive mixer tap. The shower switch is rotary, and the spout is flat. As in previous models, there is a shower hose, watering can and holder.

• Frap F32731-B. High-quality and durable mixer of an interesting form with two valves. The shower switch rotates 180 degrees; the set includes eccentrics and reflectors.

• Frap f3051. This model is one of the highest quality. It is made of brass, with a chrome coating on top. The model is mounted on the wall, everything necessary for this is included. In addition, this mixer is equipped with a thermostat.

You need to choose a bath faucet very carefully, because you will use this thing daily. Experts have identified several simple rules that it is advisable to follow when buying.

• It is better if your faucet is arranged as simple as possible. The simpler the structure, the easier it will be to disassemble and repair it.
• Choose only low spout models. In addition, there is no point in buying sensor devices - they are only suitable for a washbasin or sink in the kitchen.
• The switch must be of good quality.. It is impossible that he independently changed position. If you bathe all the time at the same temperature, you can opt for thermostat models.

As for materials, they should also be expensive. The best option is bronze or brass. When choosing a crane, grab it in your hands. You should not buy a light model, it is an indicator of low quality. Such a crane will last a little, will break and leak. When choosing between brass and bronze, two things must be remembered:

• without proper care, the bronze is covered with a green coating and looks unpresentable;
• brass is not afraid of corrosion, but in most cases it is coated with nickel or chrome.

The shape of the mixer may be different. Retro fashion is coming back now, so many people like it two-valve taps. Such models, being made of bronze, are suitable not only for retro.They also successfully complement the classic bathrooms. But single-lever models and designs with a thermostat will be appropriate in any modern bathroom.

It is very important to think in advance what type of fastening you need. Most often, the mixer is mounted on the wall, this is a simple and popular solution. No installation difficulties are foreseen here, as a rule, everything is already in the sets. Such a crane is mounted on pipes removed from the wall. Besides, the mixer can be cut into the wall. This is suitable when you want to hide everything except the mixer. The appearance of the crane will be excellent, but self-assembly is unlikely to be possible. And if there is a breakdown, most likely, you have to disassemble the wall.

Faucets installed aboard the bathtub look very elegant. They allow you to save space, while the water in the bath is typed without spraying. The shower head is hidden between the wall and the side of the bath. However, there are also disadvantages. Firstly, such mixers withstand a large load, and therefore often break down. And secondly, the shower hose, constantly in a twisted position, also quickly fails.

As already mentioned, there are two lines of Frap mixers. To make it easier to make a choice, it is better to familiarize yourself with them a little in advance.

• Suite This is the most expensive series made of excellent quality brass. There are several colors: black, white, sand. As a rule, the name G. is preceded by the name G. It means Grohe - the world famous German brand. Cranes with such a letter designation were previously produced by this company, but are already a little outdated and are no longer manufactured. Their design is fully copied by Frap.
• Budgetary. Models of such rulers are made of silumin. This is a fairly cheap material, so these cranes do not last long. After a couple of years, permanent breakdowns begin.

The company's customers leave different reviews about their purchases. Many people like the new acquisition. Faucets look interesting in the interior of the bathroom, stylishly complement the design. Users are satisfied that there are different colors, shapes, different mounting methods: on the wall, in the wall, on the side of the bathroom. But most of all the positive reviews are caused by the fact that people do not have to spend a lot of money to buy a faucet, because almost all products from Frap are sold at low prices.

Negative feedback indicates that damage is possible, and this happens quite often. Faucets begin to leak, hang, gaskets fail. Buyers say that models with gilding quickly lose their beautiful spraying, and on chrome drops from water are constantly visible.

In the next video you will find an overview of the Frap F2231 bath mixer.