Commercial Hot and Cold Basin Mixers: A B2B Procurement Guide

Updated 21 October 2026. A procurement guide for importers, distributors and commercial bathroom projects.

Buying hot and cold basin mixers in bulk starts with a clear specification. A hotel renovation may need repeatable installation dimensions and replacement parts; a distributor may need consistent finishes, retail packaging and a manageable product range. Both need an approved sample and a written order specification before production.

This VIGA guide focuses on the basin mixer and its purchasing requirements. The building’s hot-water equipment is specified separately. Use the checklist below to compare faucet configurations, prepare a quotation request and agree on acceptance criteria.

1. Define the project before selecting a model

Start with the destination market, installation setting and quantities by model and finish. Separate a first trial order from the expected repeat order: they may require different packaging, spare-part quantities or delivery schedules.

• Importers and distributors: identify the target customer, required product documents, carton information, branding and replenishment plan.
• Hotel and property procurement teams: provide the basin drawing, room schedule, finish reference and maintenance requirements.
• Plumbing contractors: confirm supply connections, mounting arrangement, available access and the installation sequence with the project team.

2. Compare two VIGA basin mixer configurations

The following examples use information published on VIGA’s model pages. They illustrate different installation formats; final dimensions, included parts and the configuration supplied should be confirmed in the quotation and approved sample.

111100CH: deck-mounted single-lever basin mixer

The 111100CH product page lists a brass body, chrome finish, deck mounting, single-lever operation and water supply lines. For a purchase specification, request the mounting-hole requirement, spout reach, overall height, connection details and the exact installation kit.

1113A0CH: wall-mounted basin mixer with embedded box

The 1113A0CH product page lists an H-59 brass body, brass spout, 35 mm ceramic cartridge, single handle and wall mounting. Before specifying this format, request the rough-in dimensions, finished-wall depth range, connection drawing and service-access instructions.

3. Match the faucet to the basin and water supplies

Ask the supplier to identify the proposed configuration on a drawing. For deck-mounted models, check basin or countertop hole positions, available fixing space and hose routing. For wall-mounted models, check the spout position against the basin and agree on the concealed installation requirements before wall finishing.

State the available hot and cold supplies and ask for the model’s documented pressure and temperature limits. Confirm thread type, connection size, hose length and any adapters in writing. Have the project’s plumbing designer confirm system compatibility and any required temperature-control provisions; do not treat a conventional single-lever mixer as proof of thermostatic performance.

4. Agree on a practical sample approval process

Approve a sample of the intended configuration before committing to the bulk order. Record the model, finish, components and drawing revision so that purchasing, installation and inspection teams work from the same reference.

• Fit and completeness: compare the sample with the basin drawing and installation kit list, including fixings, seals and specified supply connections.
• Appearance: agree on the finish reference, visible-surface acceptance criteria, logo position and colour consistency requirements.
• Operation: define the required operating and leak checks, their test conditions and the records to be provided. Use the intended installation conditions when assessing outlet reach and splash behaviour.
• Maintenance: request component identification, replacement instructions and a spare-parts list for the exact model.

Certification and test evidence should identify the relevant product or configuration and destination requirements. A general company certificate or a catalogue statement does not establish that every model has the same approval.

5. Include packaging, spares and commercial terms in the RFQ

For distribution orders, specify individual packing, barcode labels, instructions, carton markings and any private-label artwork. For project deliveries, state whether cartons need model, finish, room or installation-area identification. Request packing dimensions and weights for shipment planning.

Ask for spare-cartridge and service-part options alongside the faucet quotation. Agree on sample charges, minimum order quantity by model and finish, production lead time, delivery terms, payment terms and warranty scope in writing. These are quotation items to confirm for your order, rather than fixed promises made by this article.

6. Send VIGA a complete quotation request

Copy the following outline into your inquiry:

• Company name, destination country and business type.
• Selected model or installation format, quantities and required finishes.
• Basin drawing, mounting details and supply-connection requirements.
• Required product documents, sample approval process and inspection criteria.
• Branding, packaging, labels, instructions and spare-parts requirements.
• Requested delivery date, destination port or delivery location, and preferred delivery terms.

Contact VIGA with your project specification to discuss the model selection and request an itemised quotation. Keep the approved sample, drawings and order specification together as the reference for production and receiving inspection.

Questions buyers often ask

Can I compare prices before confirming the connections and packaging?

You can request an initial estimate, but compare final quotations against the same installation kit, finish, packaging and delivery terms. Otherwise, the quoted items may represent different supply scopes.

Which installation format should a hotel project choose?

Compare the basin design, wall construction, installation sequence and maintenance access first. The two models above provide deck-mounted and wall-mounted starting points; the project drawing and approved sample should determine the final selection.

Can branding or packaging be customised?

Send your artwork, packaging specification and order quantities with the inquiry. Ask VIGA to confirm the available options, sample process, minimum quantities and lead time for the chosen model.