Drinking Fountains
Drinking Fountains for any Commercial Washroom
Our range of drinking fountains is manufactured from high-grade stainless steel, making them vandal-resistant and highly durable. Many of the drinking water fountains in our range are suitable for both internal and external use and can suit any busy commercial setting. Users can drink water directly from our bubbler taps or refill a bottle with water from one of our numerous bottle fillers.
Bubblers, bottle fillers and drinking fountains are frequently installed in schools, where keeping hydrated is of utmost importance. According to the British Nutrition Foundation, young children have a higher proportion of body water than adults, meaning they will need easy access to water facilities to maintain good cognitive and motor skills.
Our drinking water fountains are also ideal for use in other commercial environments, such as offices, gyms, and other general washroom areas. Staff and visitors in these buildings need to maintain hydration, particularly as many are more active in the modern world.
Many common questions and general advice regarding drinking fountains can be found by reading our blog. Of particular relevance is the Drinking Fountains information and questions page. You can also browse our Washroom Case Studies, where you can see many of our drinking fountain projects.
For help and support, or to purchase replacement drinking fountain taps and spares, including universal parts, please contact our helpful sales team.
Drinking Fountain FAQs
Is drinking fountain water safe?
Public drinking water fountains are safe to drink from. However, the surfaces may contain a host of germs and bacteria if not regularly cleaned (particularly around the spout and button area).
What are the benefits of drinking fountains?
Drinking fountains are fantastic for encouraging people to reuse bottles and helping to avoid plastic waste. They are also very convenient due to their low maintenance, and when located in public environments, people can easily access them to stay hydrated.
Are drinking fountains filtered?
Filters are used in drinking fountains as they use circulated water. Without a filter, water could be dirty.
How to adjust the water pressure on a drinking fountain
When adjusting the pressure of a drinking fountain, it is the water flow you are looking to adjust. It is essential to maintain a steady water flow, as too much can cause water to overflow the basin, and too little will make it more difficult for users to obtain a sufficient amount of water. Here’s what you need to do:
- Locate and remove the screws that hold the drinking fountain cover in place.
- Locate the drinking fountain's water adjustment screw (this is typically situated under a valve that controls the water flow).
- Then, push the valve button or turn the valve handle to activate the water flow.
- You will now need to insert and rotate a screwdriver (the required screwdriver will depend on the drinking fountain model) counterclockwise to increase the water flow or clockwise to decrease the flow.
- When you are satisfied with the water flow, replace the drinking fountain cover.
How to clean a drinking water fountain
You can clean the surface of a drinking fountain simply with warm water and a mild dishwashing liquid. This will remove the majority of the dirt without damaging the stainless steel or posing a health risk to users who drink from it. Drinking fountains should be cleaned regularly and wiped down with an antibacterial surface cleaner at least once a week. Regarding the water pipes, they should be sanitised once every six months (contact your water supplier for more information).
How to drink from a water fountain
A typical water drinking fountain features a spout, a basin, and a button to press while taking a drink. If you are conscious of getting too close to the spout (to avoid coming into contact with any germs), press the button to start the water flow and take sips of the water from a distance that makes you comfortable.
