Standard vs Upgraded No-Plumbing Sink System: Which Should You Choose?

Both Custom Basins system types are designed to provide hot and cold running water without a mains water connection. The main difference is how the hot water is produced and how much freedom you have over the tap style.

What does the standard system include?

The standard system uses an automatic water pump and a fast-heating tap. Hot and cold water are delivered through that compatible tap without a separate mixer-tap installation. It is the straightforward option when you want a ready-to-use setup with minimal configuration.

What changes with the upgraded system?

The upgraded system still uses an automatic pump, but it adds a separate instant water heater and separate hot and cold feeds. That arrangement allows a compatible mixer tap to be selected in a wider range of colours, shapes and finishes. It is aimed at customers who want greater design flexibility or a more customised finish.

Which system is simpler?

For most people who simply need dependable hot and cold water with no fixed plumbing, the standard system is the simpler configuration. It comes with the compatible fast-heating tap and is designed around plug-and-play convenience.

When is the upgraded system worth considering?

Choose the upgraded route when tap choice is important to the design of your room, when you want a separate mixer-tap arrangement, or when a particular basin-and-tap combination calls for the upgraded setup. Always check compatibility before ordering because the basin size and selected tap still need to work together.

Can I compare the systems directly?

Yes. The Standard System Only page contains the current specification and comparison, while the Sensor Tap System Only page shows one upgraded configuration. For complete vanity units, check the options shown on the individual product page because not every tap or upgrade is available with every unit.