Lead-Free Tapware and Mixers for Every Australian Family Home
Australia is taking significant steps to ensure the safety of its drinking water by phasing out the use of lead in bathroom tapware. The Australian Building Codes Board (ABCB) has amended the National Construction Code (NCC) to limit the allowable lead content in plumbing products, specifically those containing copper alloys intended for contact with drinking water, to a weighted average of no more than 0.25%. By May 2026, all tapware installed in homes across Australia will be required to be lead-free.
This mandate is an industry initiative aimed at safeguarding the quality of our drinking water. Long-term studies have shown that minimizing lead exposure is crucial for health, particularly in promoting healthy brain development in young children and reducing the risk of diseases.
Arova Bathrooms is proud to offer the Clio Lead Free Tapware & Mixer range, featuring a complete selection of lead-free tapware and mixers. This range is designed to meet the highest standards of safety and quality, ensuring that every Australian family home has access to safe, lead-free drinking water. Explore our Clio range today and experience the benefits of lead-free tapware and mixers.
What is Lead Free Bathroom Tapware?
Lead-Free Tapware refers to copper alloy plumbing products containing a weighted average of less than 0.25% lead. This category includes fittings, valves, backflow prevention devices, taps, mixers, water heaters, water dispensers, and water meters. Starting from 1 May 2026, products with more than a weighted average of 0.25% lead will no longer be installable in Australia.
How do I know if the product is lead-free?
Our top-selling Clio collections are already available as lead-free. All Arova Bathrooms products that have transitioned to lead-free will be listed on our website as soon as they are available.
The Watermark certification guarantees that our plumbing products are fit for purpose and protect community health and safety. All compliant lead-free tapware and mixers will be tested, certified, and will display the approved Lead-Free Watermark trademark.
Why are the standards for tapware changing?
The Australian Building Codes Board (ABCB) has reviewed studies that highlight the long-term health benefits of using lead-free plumbing products, especially for young children. Many European countries and North America have already adopted these standards.
Does the lead free requirement apply to all products?
No, the lead-free requirement does not apply to all products. Items that are not in constant contact with drinking water and have a low likelihood of being used for drinking water consumption, such as shower heads, washing machines, and dishwashers, are exempt from this requirement.
Style and Safety - Choose Clio Range Tapware at Arova
Arova Bathrooms is moving toward the regulatory deadline of May 2026 by implementing a roll-out strategy. This plan transitions products across existing and new collections to Lead-Free, ensuring all relevant tapware and mixers comply with the regulation. We aim to have all compliant products available well before the May 2026 deadline.
For more information on Arova Bathrooms' lead-free products, please get in touch via email, phone, or book a personalized tour of Arova Bathroom Melbourne showroom.
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