International comparison test of mechanical performance of single lever mixer for wash basins


The clear winner: GROHE!

GROHE’s image of providing long-lasting quality is officially confimed –
GROHE SilkMove® ensures ultimate handling comfort over 20 years of usage.


The TÜV SÜD Test – tough and honest
The TÜV SÜD is an internationally acknowledged testing and inspection company, guaranteeing highest levels of objectivity and quality standards.

The long time comparison test of the mechanical performance of single lever mixer for wash basins is based on the two technical standards DIN EN 817: 10/1997 and NF 077: 07/2005.
The test dimensions were 1. actuation forces, 2. lever play, 3. precision and 4. water tightness split into a total of 40 individual tests.


 


 

 


 


 

 

video
 

GROHE cartridges – build to comfort for years
See and learn how the faucets’ mechanical performance was tested by TÜV SÜD.

Open video player: short version (1:30")

Open video player: long version (5:30")

 


 


 

 


 

 


 


 

 

Grohe SilkMove®
 

GROHE SilkMove® technology has the lead
Our promise to provide the ultimate comfort and long lasting quality is now proved.

Download the test result presentation (PDF, 1 MB)

 


 


 

 


 

 


 


 

 

Test operations
 

GROHE Eurodisc
Test winner against 8 products of well-known competitors after 210,000 open/close and
140,000 hot/cold operations in a total of 40 individual tests.

Download official TÜV SÜD test report (PDF, 1.4 MB)