--- title: A Guide to Selecting the Perfect Tapware description: Selecting perfect tapware image: https://blog.swanbuild.com.au/hubfs/Images%20/Stock%20Images/shutterstock_629061206.jpg --- - [Follow on Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/swanbuildhomes) [Follow on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/swanbuild_homes) - #### Leading builders of Modular Homes in NSW, VIC, & SA - - [1800 008 024 1800 008 024](tel:1800%20008%20024) - #### Leading builders of Modular Homes in NSW, VIC, & SA [![Swanbuild](https://blog.swanbuild.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Swanbuild_Primary%20Brandmark_Mono_RGB-1.png?width=190&height=112&name=Swanbuild_Primary%20Brandmark_Mono_RGB-1.png) ![Swanbuild](https://blog.swanbuild.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Swanbuild_Primary%20Brandmark_Mono_RGB-1.png?width=190&height=112&name=Swanbuild_Primary%20Brandmark_Mono_RGB-1.png)](https://www.swanbuild.com.au/) - Menu - [Home Designs](https://www.swanbuild.com.au/building-plans/) - [Plans](https://www.swanbuild.com.au/building-plans/) - [Inclusions Packages](https://www.swanbuild.com.au/inclusions-packages/) - 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Make it Easier** If you find yourself frequently frustrated because your pots and pans are difficult to clean, it could be because they do not fit well underneath your kitchen tap.   When selecting new tapware, try to envision whether the spouts and levers allow you enough room to accomplish everyday tasks.  Although a bit more expensive than sink-mounted, mounting your taps on the wall above your sink is a great way to add more work space so you can get your household chores done faster and easier. ![shutterstock\_537152302.jpg](https://blog.swanbuild.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Images%20/Stock%20Images/shutterstock_537152302.jpg?width=640&name=shutterstock_537152302.jpg) #### **Style and Color** Lastly, adding new tapware is a great way to add new style or a splash of color without incurring a  major expense.  Whether your room's style is clean and contemporary or whether it has a vintage flair, adding coordinating tapware can provide just the right feeling to give your room the perfect sense of balance and cohesiveness. ![shutterstock\_163942277.jpg](https://blog.swanbuild.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Images%20/Stock%20Images/shutterstock_163942277.jpg?width=640&name=shutterstock_163942277.jpg) [![Download Button.png](https://blog.swanbuild.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/CTA%20Buttons/Download%20Button.png?width=640&name=Download%20Button.png)](https://homes.swanbuild.com.au/step-by-step-guide) [Home Design](https://blog.swanbuild.com.au/topic/home-design) [Tips](https://blog.swanbuild.com.au/topic/tips) ## Related Posts ### [13, May, 2022 DIY jobs to tackle at home this winter](https://blog.swanbuild.com.au/winterdiy) ### [28, July, 2017 Considering Cladding: Options for Your New Home](https://blog.swanbuild.com.au/cladding-options-for-your-new-home) ### [4, July, 2020 5 Winter Design Ideas for a Cosy Home](https://blog.swanbuild.com.au/5-winter-design-ideas-for-a-cosy-home) ![Accreditation logos 2025 9001](https://blog.swanbuild.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Accreditation%20logos%202025%209001.png?width=83&height=160&name=Accreditation%20logos%202025%209001.png) ![Accreditation logos 2025 Green 14001](https://blog.swanbuild.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Accreditation%20logos%202025%20Green%2014001.png?width=80&height=160&name=Accreditation%20logos%202025%20Green%2014001.png) ![Accreditation logos 2025 Yellow 45001](https://blog.swanbuild.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Accreditation%20logos%202025%20Yellow%2045001.png?width=79&height=160&name=Accreditation%20logos%202025%20Yellow%2045001.png) Accreditations ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Systems ISO 14001:2015: Environmental Management System ISO 45001:2018 Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems Building License # VIC Domestic: CDB-U 49079 VIC Commercial: CCB-U 62548 NSW: 260670C SA: BLD264723 Contact Details: Swan Hill: 210-214 Karinie St Swan Hill Victoria 3585 Bendigo: 45 Fairview Rd Kangaroo Flat Victoria, 3555 Phone: [**1800 008 024**](tel:1800%20008%20024) [Follow on Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/swanbuildhomes) [Follow on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/swanbuild_homes) [Follow on Linkedin](https://www.linkedin.com/company/swanbuild) [Follow on Youtube](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmDDRMUEn1A-jsNOplgoetQ) Email: [**sales@swanbuild.com.au**](mailto:sales@swanbuild.com.au) Hours: Monday - 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