Solo Kitchen Mixers: Deck Type and Wall Type
The Solo kitchen line comes down to five sink mixers, and they split cleanly into two groups: three deck-type mixers and two wall-type. Which one you need is settled by the plumbing already behind your sink rather than by taste, so it is worth establishing that before comparing anything else. Prices in this collection currently run from R755.07 to R1,878.98.
Deck-type sink mixers
A deck-type mixer mounts through the worktop or through the rear ledge of the sink itself, fed by tails running down through the tap hole. Three of the five sit here: the Amber Sink Mixer Deck Type, the Classico Sink Mixer Deck Type and the Magnetite Sink Mixer Deck Type in black. This is the usual arrangement in South African kitchens, and if you are replacing a tap rather than planning a new kitchen, it is almost certainly what you already have.
Wall-type sink mixers
A wall-type mixer takes its supply from the wall behind the sink and leaves the worktop clear, which suits a sink set under a window with no ledge behind it. Two options carry this mounting: the Amber Sink Mixer Wall Type and the Coral Sink Mixer Wall Type. Because the pipework has to be chased into the wall, it is a planning-stage decision rather than a straight swap. Our kitchen taps buying guide works through both mountings in more detail.
Ranges and finishes
Four Solo tapware families appear here: Amber, which covers both mountings, plus Classico, Coral and Magnetite. Chrome is recorded on the Amber wall type, the Classico deck type and the Coral wall type, while the Magnetite deck type is black. No finish is recorded against the Amber deck type, so check that product page before ordering. The same four families carry on into Solo basin and bath taps, which makes a matched scheme simple to specify.
For the rest of the brand, including countertop basins and toilets, start at the Solo Sanitaryware hub. To weigh these five against every other brand we carry, the wider kitchen taps collection is the place to look.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a deck-type and a wall-type sink mixer?
A deck-type mixer mounts through the worktop or through the rear ledge of the sink and is fed from below, which is the arrangement most South African kitchens already have. A wall-type mixer is fed from the wall behind the sink and leaves the worktop clear. Your existing plumbing decides which one fits, because changing from one to the other means moving pipework.
Which Solo kitchen mixers are deck type and which are wall type?
Three are deck type: the Amber Sink Mixer Deck Type, the Classico Sink Mixer Deck Type and the Magnetite Sink Mixer Deck Type in black. Two are wall type: the Amber Sink Mixer Wall Type and the Coral Sink Mixer Wall Type. Amber is the only range in this collection offered in both mountings, so it is the one to look at if you have not yet fixed your layout.
What finishes are available in the Solo kitchen mixer collection?
Chrome is recorded against three of the five: the Amber wall type, the Classico deck type and the Coral wall type. The Magnetite deck type is listed in black. The Amber deck type has no finish recorded in our product data, so please check its product page or ask us before ordering rather than assuming it matches the others in the range.
Can I match a Solo kitchen mixer to the taps in my bathroom?
Yes, in most cases. All four families in this collection, Amber, Classico, Coral and Magnetite, also appear in the Solo basin and bath taps collection, which covers basin mixers, pillar taps and bath and shower mixers. Choosing the same family across both rooms keeps handle shapes and finishes consistent. Compare the product photographs side by side, since styling within a family can still vary by item.
How much do Solo kitchen mixers cost?
At the time of writing, the five mixers in this collection run from R755.07 for the Amber deck type up to R1,878.98 for the Magnetite deck type in black, with the Coral wall type, the Amber wall type and the Classico deck type falling between them. Current pricing is always shown on each product page. You are also welcome to visit our Kramerville showroom if you would rather talk options through in person.
