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Outdoor Tapware Built for Australian Weather

Mixers, spouts and shower fittings in 316 marine-grade stainless and UV-stable finishes, made for pools, alfresco kitchens and outdoor bathrooms.

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Why choose outdoor tapware from Lamex

  • 316 marine-grade stainless steel resists corrosion from rain, humidity and salt air
  • UV-stable finishes that hold their colour under constant sun exposure
  • Rated for permanent outdoor installation, not just covered or splash-zone areas
  • Matching finishes across mixers, spouts, shower arms and heads for a coordinated look
  • Suited to pool areas, alfresco kitchens, outdoor showers and courtyard bathrooms
  • Trade and retail pricing with fast dispatch Australia-wide

How to choose the right outdoor tapware

Material is the first decision. Standard indoor tapware is usually chrome- or PVD-plated brass, which corrodes and discolours when left exposed to rain, humidity and UV. Genuine outdoor tapware is made from 316 marine-grade stainless steel, a higher-chromium and molybdenum alloy than the 304 grade used indoors, giving it much stronger resistance to rust and salt-air corrosion. If the installation is within a few kilometres of the coast, 316 stainless is the safer choice over painted or standard-plated finishes.

Next, match the fitting to its job. A wall-mounted basin or bath mixer suits an outdoor bathroom or pool bathroom, while a freestanding bath filler or twin shower set works better for an open-air shower or spa area. Check the water pressure rating before buying, and confirm whether you need a wall-mounted or deck-mounted body, since outdoor plumbing roughs-in can differ from indoor standards. Where finishes need to match across a space, buy mixers, spouts, shower arms and heads from the same range so the bronze, graphite, nickel or gold tones are consistent.

Frequently asked questions

What's the difference between outdoor tapware and standard indoor tapware?
Outdoor tapware is made from corrosion-resistant materials, most commonly 316 marine-grade stainless steel, rather than the brass or 304 stainless used in most indoor fittings. It is built to handle direct rain, humidity, UV exposure and, near the coast, salt air without pitting, staining or the finish breaking down.
Can I install standard chrome tapware outdoors instead?
It isn't recommended. Standard indoor tapware is chrome- or PVD-plated over brass and isn't rated for constant weather exposure. Over time this leads to corrosion, discolouration and premature valve failure. Outdoor-rated tapware costs more up front but lasts significantly longer in an exposed position.
Do outdoor tapware finishes fade or discolour in the sun?
Genuine outdoor-rated finishes such as brushed nickel, graphite and brushed bronze on 316 stainless are UV-stable and designed to hold their colour under constant sun exposure, unlike standard electroplated finishes which can fade or haze over time.
What types of outdoor tapware does Lamex stock?
The range covers outdoor basin mixers, bath/basin mixers, shower mixers, spouts, freestanding bath fillers, outdoor sink mixers, twin shower sets, rail and fixed-bracket showers, shower heads and arms, and outdoor accessories, all in weather-rated finishes.

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