Looking for some statement taps to elevate your new kitchen or bathroom? Allow us to introduce brushed brass tapware in all its timeless glory.

Brushed brass tapware is soaring in popularity in Australia – and with good reason. It’s a smart way to add texture and warmth to neutral spaces and a very refreshing step away from the days of chrome everything! And with PVD finishes making brushed brass resistant to corrosion, it’s not just gorgeous, but low maintenance too.

Whether you’re after a kitchen tap or a floor-mounted bath spout, our shortlist has you covered. But first, let’s clear up a common point of confusion …

Is brushed brass the same as brushed gold?

While brushed brass and brushed gold look the same, they are actually different finishes. Traditional brushed brass tapware typically uses solid brass that is expertly ‘brushed’ to achieve a matte and textured surface with warm tones. Brushed gold tapware, on the other hand, uses a brass base with a gold coating to achieve a bright, opulent finish.

However, with solid brass known to tarnish over time, many modern brushed brass taps use a process called Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD) to coat and protect the metal. This makes it more resistant to corrosion and extreme temperatures and keeps taps looking as good as new for years.

Top Brushed Brass Tapware In Australia

The right tapware can be the difference between a nice room and a spectacular one. And while brushed nickel tapware is classic and versatile, brushed brass has a more striking finish, making it ideal for rooms that need a little wow factor.

So without further ado, here are our favourite brushed brass taps in Australia. Enjoy!

Greens Brushed Brass Textura Basin Mixer, $569

Who said taps had to be smooth? The Greens Textura range is all about texture – and finished in brushed gold, it’s unmissable in any space. It comes with a European brass cartridge and it’s packaged with pin and paddle handles. Check out the rest of the Textura range for a complete bathroom set.

Features:

• PVD finish
• 5-star WELS rating
• Comes with two styles of handles

Elysian Minimal Mixer & Spout Set, $294.80

Smooth and sophisticated, the Elysian Minimal includes a wall-mounted spout and an in-wall handle kit, installable just the way you want. Pair them up for a luxurious ensemble or let a single set do all the talking. Also available in other finishes.

Features:

• PVD finish
• Ceramic cartridge
• Excellent pressure control

Caroma Urbane II Pull-Out Sink Mixer, $619

A glamorous combination of curves and straight lines, the Caroma Urbane II has a PVD finish and a flexible rotation lock for added versatility. A fabulous feature of this clever tap is that you can purchase a compatible handle in a different style or colour for the perfect look.

Features:

• PVD finish
• 5-star WELS rating
• Extra handle styles and colours

Yabby Brushed Brass Wall Spout & Cross Taps, $362

From bathrooms to butler’s pantries and pool houses, this tap set from Yabby works beautifully all over the house. It uses solid brass and resists fingermarks and watermarks – but best of all, it comes with a lifetime warranty.

Features:

• PVD finish
• Lifetime warranty
• Comes in 5 different finishes

Greens Galiano Slimline Kitchen Mixer, $368

With its tapered base and dual-function aerator, the Galiano definitely stands out in the crowd. Designed in New Zealand to the highest standards, it uses non-leaching, non-toxic materials for the cleanest drinking water possible.

Features:

• PVD finish
• 5-star WELS rating
• Dual-function spray

Caroma Liano II Mid-Tower Basin Mixer, $497

Available in three sizes to suit every kind of basin, the Caroma Liano II Tower Mixer oozes European luxury. It is built to last using low-lead brass and is 100% leak-tested. Match it up with other products in the range for a sophisticated bathroom vision.

Features:

• PVD finish
• Completely leak proof
• Adjustable stream direction

Greens Giselle Freestanding Bath Filler, $1947

Elegant and functional, the Giselle Bath Filler instantly elevates bathrooms. It comes with a stunning hand shower (great for washing hair in the tub!) and stands at over one metre in height. This one comes with a 3-star Wels rating and a handy swivel spout.

Features:

• PVD finish
• Height of 1090mm
• Hand shower included

Greens Luxe Pull-Down Kitchen Mixer, $746

Complete with a pull-down handset and magnetic docking, the Luxe Pull-Down Mixer in brushed brass is effortlessly glamorous. Stand-out features include a button-controlled dual-function spray or changing streams and a clever ‘cold start’ for conserving hot water usage.

Features:

• PVD finish
• Magnetic handset docking
• ‘Cold Start’ for energy efficiency

ABI Floor-Mounted Brushed Brass Bath Tap, $649.90

Pared-back and gorgeous, this floor-mounted bath filler makes the perfect companion to a round bathtub. It uses solid brass and features a round base plate and curved spout that will be the talking point of the room. With a 25-year warranty, you can’t go wrong with this one.

Features:

• PVD finish
• Minimalist design
• Height of 948mm

Greens Brushed Brass Astro II Basin Mixer, $295

Greens’ world-class range of basin mixers is impossible to beat when it comes to quality and design – and the Astro II is one of our favourites. It boasts an ergonomic handle, a classic design to suit any space and it’s backed by a 20-year warranty.

Features:

• PVD finish
• 5-star WELS rating
• Slimline paddle handle

Yabby Brushed Brass Round Kitchen Mixer, $295

A bestseller in the range for its great price and classic design, the Yabby Kitchen Mixer uses solid brass with a resilient coating. It features a 360-degree swivel and comes with a side handle and a lifetime warranty. This ticks all the boxes.

Features:

• PVD finish
• Full-rotation swivel
• Lifetime warranty

FAQs

Do brushed brass taps tarnish?

Traditional brushed brass taps have been known to tarnish over time. However, brushed brass tapware that is finished with PVD makes it super resilient to tarnishing and corrosion. This is what makes it possible for renovators to enjoy coloured metal tapware that stands up to years of use.

Is brushed brass good in bathrooms?

Brushed brass is an excellent choice of tapware for bathrooms because it is warm, striking and elegant. It pairs beautifully with other warm materials like natural wood but also looks incredible in neutral bathrooms. Plus, with a PVD finish, brushed brass is corrosion-resistant and highly durable.

Is brushed brass hard to maintain?

While uncoated brass can tarnish over time, brushed brass that is finished with PVD is easy to maintain. The matte finish makes it less likely to show fingermarks and spots, and the protective coating resists marks and stains from water, heat and chemicals.

What colours go well with brushed brass?

Brushed brass has a warm hue that works beautifully with natural wood, or tiles and paint in tones of mustard, peach or pink. For a more striking effect, many Australian renovators are pairing brushed brass with blues and teals. Of course, neutral shades are also a match made in heaven for this finish.

Top image: Greens Mika and Tesora basin mixers.

Thinking about darker hues? Take a peek at this shortlist of Australia’s best black sinks for sleek, contemporary kitchens and laundries.

This article first appeared on Making HOME.