{"product_id":"akw-tap-connector-washers","title":"AKW Tap Connector Washers – 1\/2\" \u0026 3\/4\" Fibre or Universal Top Hat, Pack of 10","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAKW Tap Connector Washers – 1\/2\" \u0026amp; 3\/4\" Fibre or Universal Top Hat, Pack of 10\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAKW tap connector washers\u003c\/strong\u003e seal the joint between a tap tail and its connector or flexible hose. A fresh washer is the simplest way to cure a drip at a tap connection and should be fitted whenever a tap or hose is replaced. They come in packs of ten, so there are always spares in the toolbox.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose \u003cstrong\u003efibre washers\u003c\/strong\u003e in 1\/2\" (basin taps) or 3\/4\" (bath taps), or \u003cstrong\u003euniversal top hat washers\u003c\/strong\u003e, whose stepped shape centres the connector on the tap tail for a reliable seal on both plastic and metal tails.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey features \u0026amp; benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeals tap tail to connector or flexible hose joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFibre washers in 1\/2\" and 3\/4\" BSP sizes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUniversal top hat washers centre the connector on the tail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacks of 10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick, inexpensive fix for drips at tap connections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhich washer do I need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMatch the washer to the tap thread: \u003cstrong\u003e1\/2\"\u003c\/strong\u003e for most basin taps, mixers and many toilet cistern inlets, and \u003cstrong\u003e3\/4\"\u003c\/strong\u003e for most bath taps and bath fillers. Use a \u003cstrong\u003etop hat washer\u003c\/strong\u003e where the connector needs centring on the tail – for example with a plastic tap tail or a flexible hose. Always fit a new washer when re-making a joint; old washers compress and can leak.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWashers are a small part, but a missing one can hold up a whole job. Ordering a pack with your taps, hoses and fittings means the installer always has a new washer to hand when a joint is made or re-made.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy buy your fittings with your bathroom?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrdering the pipe, fittings and connectors alongside your AKW bathroom products means everything arrives together and the installer is not held up by a missing part. Most fittings come in handy trade pack sizes, so there are spares left in the toolbox for the next job.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSizes \u0026amp; product codes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eItem\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAKW code\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEAN\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/2\" Fibre Tap Washer – Pack of 10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30145\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e–\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\/4\" Fibre Tap Washer – Pack of 10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30146\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e–\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUniversal Top Hat Washer – Pack of 10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30147\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e–\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical specification\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTypes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFibre tap washer; universal top hat washer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSizes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/2\" and 3\/4\" BSP; universal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePack\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 washers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I reuse an old washer?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is best to fit a new washer whenever a joint is remade.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a top hat washer?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA stepped washer that locates inside the connector and centres it on the tap tail.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich size suits a bath tap?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMost bath taps use 3\/4\" washers; basin taps use 1\/2\".\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eNeed help?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eQuestions about sizes, quantities or compatibility? Call the Key West Bathrooms team on \u003cstrong\u003e0333 772 4162\u003c\/strong\u003e and we will help you put together everything you need for the job, from the bathroom suite to the last fitting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AKW","offers":[{"title":"1\/2\" Fibre Tap Washer – Pack of 10","offer_id":57589380219206,"sku":"30145","price":26.21,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"3\/4\" Fibre Tap Washer – Pack of 10","offer_id":57589380251974,"sku":"30146","price":27.41,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Universal Top Hat Washer – Pack of 10","offer_id":57589380284742,"sku":"30147","price":29.38,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0961\/7273\/6838\/files\/30147-2_ef387bc2-4adc-4465-b778-7ffd1b4e690a.jpg?v=1759762280","url":"https:\/\/www.keywestbathrooms.co.uk\/products\/akw-tap-connector-washers","provider":"Key West Bathrooms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}