Instant hot and boiling water from a tank under the sink. The premium 3-in-1 and 4-in-1 taps are sold direct by their makers; this is the Amazon-available alternative.
Best for: Kitchens that want to retire the kettle, in any area where hardness has been checked first · £250–£400
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Common questions
Is the InSinkErator HOT150 a boiling water tap?
Not strictly. It is an instant hot water dispenser that delivers near-boiling water at around 98°C from a tank under the sink. True boiling taps from Quooker, Qettle, Fohen, Franke and Hanstrom hold water at or above 100°C under pressure. For tea, coffee and most cooking the difference is small; for some recipes it matters.
Do boiling water taps work in hard water areas?
Yes, but only with a filter cartridge in the feed and regular replacement. The tank holds water at very high temperature for hours, which is exactly the condition that drives scale to form fastest. Check your hardness by postcode before buying and follow the manufacturer's hardness limit; in very hard areas some makers recommend a softener.
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