New revisions are a move away from making buildings accessible and useable by the disabled and more towards making buildings and products accessible and useable by all – able and less able alike. Washbasins and bath taps must be capable of being operated using a clenched fist, so lever action, push button or electric brassware may be better options than the conventional twist/turn taps. Pegler Yorkshire has developed a range of products in all these categories, with development cantering around products that can be used equally by all. For easy turn handles and smooth good looks, the Leger range has proved popular with able and less able users alike, with their easy turn lever handles. For those with more specific needs, the PERFORMA QTEL tap comes complete with an extended lever for even easier operation. Both can be turned on or off with an elbow or closed fist. Those with special needs can also be more vulnerable to scalding hot water temperatures, but this can be easily countered by the use of a Thermostatic Mixing Valve or TMV. A TMV works by mixing hot and cold water at a safe pre-set temperature, making accidental scalding a thing of the past. A TMV valve is usually installed on the water supply leading to the bath, since this is where the risk of scalding is greatest, but they can be used on all outlets where there is a perceived risk. Some manufacturers like Pegler Yorkshire also offer products with a TMV included – usually for bath and shower mixers where the risk of scalding is greatest. Examples from Pegler Yorkshire are the TMV2 approved Leger L555 or the PERFORMA 555QT Bath and Shower mixer, both stylish and easy to operate. Combining water safety with ease of use ensures that bathrooms remain places of cleanliness and safety. | 
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