Discover premium boiling water taps for modern homes, family kitchens and luxury living spaces. You can start here and then filter by brand, finish, functionality, style and budget to find the perfect instant hot water tap for your kitchen. Or read our handy Buyer's Guide below for more information.
Whether you want instant boiling water, filtered drinking water, chilled water or sparkling water, modern boiling taps offer one of the most convenient and space-saving kitchen upgrades available today.
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Why Choose a Boiling Water Tap for Your Home?
Boiling water taps save time, reduce clutter and remove the need for a kettle.
At the push of a button, enjoy near-boiling water instantly for:
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Tea and coffee
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Cooking and meal preparation
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Filling pans quickly
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Instant baby bottle sterilisation
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Cleaning tasks
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Everyday family convenience
Many modern models also provide:
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Filtered Cold water
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Chilled water
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Sparkling water
Perfect for:
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Modern Kitchens
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Family homes
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Luxury renovations
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Open-plan living spaces
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Kitchen islands
Energy Efficiency & Sustainability Benefits
Modern boiling water taps can be more energy efficient than repeatedly boiling a kettle.
Unlike kettles, which are often overfilled and reboiled multiple times per day, boiling water taps only heat and dispense the amount of water required.
Benefits include:
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Reduced unnecessary Boiling
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Lower electricity waste and reduce energy bills
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Reduced water waste
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Reduced bottled water usage
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Cleaner, more sustainable kitchen living
Premium insulated tanks are specifically designed to retain heat efficiently while minimising standby energy consumption.
Many advanced systems also include:
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Eco Modes
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Sleep functions
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Precise temperature control
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Intelligent energy-saving settings
What Is a Boiling Water Tap?
Also known as:
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Instant Hot Water Taps
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Kettle taps
These taps combine standard mains hot and cold water (unfiltered) for washing up with instant filtered boiling water from a compact under-sink boiler tank.
Advanced multifunction models can also dispense:
This allows one tap to replace:
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A kettle
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Water filter jug
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Bottled water
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Separate chilled water systems
- Soda stream or Sparkling water makers
Types of Boiling Water Taps
3-in-1 Taps
Hot, cold and boiling water from one tap.
Mains hot and cold = unfiltered for washing, the Boiling is filtered
4-in-1 Taps
Hot, cold, boiling and filtered cold water.
Mains hot and cold = unfiltered for washing, the Boiling is filtered, and the filtered cold is ambient filtered water for drinking
5-in-1 & 6-in-1 Taps
Hot, cold, boiling, plus chilled, ambient and sparkling filtered water options
Mains hot and cold = unfiltered for washing, the Boiling is filtered, plus combination of Filtered: ambient cold, chilled, sparkling water for drinking
Side Taps
Compact secondary taps designed purely for instant boiling water, or boiling and filtered ambient cold for drinking water.
Perfect for:
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Kitchen islands
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Coffee stations
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Prep areas
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All under sink tanks are designed to fit underneath standard kitchen sink cupboards. The Hanstrom 3-in-1 & 4-in-1 models in particular work for very limited spaces as they have the smallest tanks. For Boiling plus filter water options including Sparkling water, the Franke 6-in-1 Mythos Water hub is ideal for those with limited space due to its single compact under counter unit.
How Do Boiling Water Taps Work?
A compact insulated boiler tank sits beneath your sink and stores heated water ready for instant use.
Benefits include:
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Instant boiling water on demand
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Reduced kettle usage
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Lower energy waste
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Space-saving kitchen design
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Improved convenience
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Cleaner worktops
Premium brands such as Zip Water, Franke, InSinkErator, and Billi also offer:
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Smart digital controls
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Eco modes
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Precise temperature adjustment
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Filter replacement alerts
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Energy-saving sleep functions
Water Filtration & Accessibility
Many modern boiling water taps now include advanced filtration systems designed to improve drinking water quality while reducing impurities, chlorine, limescale and microplastics.
Ultra-premium systems such as Zip HydroTap can also help reduce PFAS “Forever Chemicals”, offering some of the most advanced domestic water filtration available.
Benefits may include:
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Improved water taste
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Reduced bottled water usage
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Reduced microplastics
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Advanced PFAS filtration on selected models
We also offer accessible kitchen taps and easy-use solutions for:
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Visually impaired users
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Reduced dexterity users
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Inclusive kitchens and assisted living environments
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Installation
Boiling water taps install similarly to standard kitchen taps, with the addition of an under-sink boiler tank.
You’ll need:
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Under-sink cupboard space
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A nearby plug socket
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Suitable water pressure
Professional installation by a plumber is strongly recommended. For Billi and Zip select our professional engineer installers, we can also connect you with approved installers for Intu, Aquataps brands. Alternatively for brands excluding Zip and Billi, you can find a local plumber here.
Boiling Water Tap Costs
Boiling water taps are available across a wide range of budgets.
As you move up the range, you benefit from:
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More advanced engineering
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Higher-quality materials
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Longer lifespan
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Improved energy efficiency
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More premium design features
Premium features may include:
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Advanced filtration systems for microplastic filtration: Zip, Billi, Franke and Triflow, and for extra PFA (Forever chemical filtration) select from Zip Hydrotap models.
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Chilled and sparkling water
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Smarter digital controls
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Quieter operation
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Pull-out spray functionality
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Premium finishes
Budget-Friendly Options
Ideal for value-focused kitchens:
Premium Options
Ideal for luxury kitchens:
Safety Features
Modern boiling water taps are engineered with advanced safety systems.
Common safety features include:
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Child-safe push-and-turn handles
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Insulated cool-touch spouts
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Safety lock mechanisms
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Controlled water flow
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Anti-splash dispensing
These features make modern boiling taps safe for:
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Family homes
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Shared kitchens
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Busy households
Water Filters & Limescale Protection
Most boiling water taps include filters designed to:
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Reduce limescale
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Improve water taste
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Protect the boiler tank
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Extend appliance lifespan
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Improve efficiency
Filters are typically replaced every 6 months depending on water hardness and usage levels.
We stock replacement filters for leading brands including:
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Ellsi
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Abode
- Hanstrom
Water Pressure & WRAS Approval
Most boiling water taps operate from:
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Minimum 0.5 bar pressure
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Recommended pressure: 1 bar+
Many models are also WRAS approved, confirming compliance with UK water regulations and water safety standards.
Boiling Water Tap Styles & Finishes
Choose from contemporary and traditional styles to suit any kitchen design.
Popular finishes include:
Popular design styles include:
Matching sinks, soap dispensers and accessories are also available.
Final Thoughts
A boiling water tap is now one of the most desirable upgrades for modern kitchens and luxury homes.
Whether you want:
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Faster meal prep
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Cleaner worktops
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Advanced water filtration
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Chilled and sparkling water
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Reduced bottled water use
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Luxury kitchen styling
There is now a boiling water tap solution to suit almost every requirement and budget.
Need help choosing the right boiling water tap? Contact The Tap Specialist team for expert advice call 0208 016 8898 or whatsapp us, or email: info@thetapspecialist.co.uk
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