AXOR ComfortZone Test Overview

The AXOR ComfortZone test evaluates the compatibility of AXOR Edge basin mixers with popular washbasins from leading manufacturers. It ensures both aesthetic harmony and functional performance, focusing on splash prevention and minimizing water stains around the basin.

Purpose and Benefits

• Guarantees visually and functionally harmonious mixer-basin pairings.
• Prevents splashing and staining through tested installation combinations.
• Provides reliable guidance for installers and planners to achieve splash-free washing experiences.

Test Procedure

• Realistic performance testing of mixer and basin combinations.
• Assessment of space under the mixer and splash behavior.
• Evaluation of five ceramic washbasin types with various mounting styles (mixer behind basin, mixer on top, wall-mounted mixer, undermount or top-mounted basin with freestanding mixer, wall-mounted basin with mixer).

Access to Test Results

Detailed results and recommendations are freely available online at pro.hansgrohe-int.com/axor-washbasin-matrix.

Document Structure and Content

• Table of Contents: Enables navigation to specific ceramic lines and basin types.
• Washbasin Types and Mounting Dimensions: Provides critical mounting dimensions for different installation scenarios to ensure compatibility.
• Recommended Combinations: Lists AXOR Edge mixers with item numbers matched to specific basins, including manufacturer and basin line details.
• Symbols and Notations:
  • ✓ = Recommended combination
  • ⁄ = Tap hole pushed through
  • ⁄ = Prepared tap hole
  • ⁄ = Without tap hole
• Measurement Units: All dimensions are in millimeters (mm).

Key Parameters and Dimensions

The document defines dimensional parameters essential for installation:

• a1 to a4: 40mm to 100mm
• b1 to b5: 50mm to 100mm
• c1 and c2: 185mm and 220mm
• d1 to d7: 0mm to 120mm
• e1 to e4: 35mm to 120mm

These parameters correspond to specific mounting and fitting measurements critical for ensuring proper mixer and basin integration.

Manufacturer and Basin Lines Covered

• KALDEWEI: Cono, Puro, Silenio
• DURAVIT: Vero, P3 Comforts, Starck 3, Architec, DuraSquare, Luv, Vero Air, Me by Starck
• LAUFEN: Various models with and without tap holes and overflows
• Kartell

Mixer Types

• WTM 130: 3-hole mixer
• WTM 190: 3-hole wall mixer
• WTM 280: 3-hole wall mixer

Each mixer type is matched with specific basins, with height specifications commonly at 150 mm.

Recommendations and Installation Guidance

• Only combinations marked with a check (✓) are recommended to ensure splash-free and aesthetically pleasing results.
• Tap hole preparation information guides basin selection and mixer compatibility.
• Height and mounting dimension details assist precise installation planning.

Summary of Best Practices

• Use AXOR ComfortZone test results to select performance-tested mixer and basin combinations.
• Strictly follow mounting dimension guidelines to avoid splashing and installation issues.
• Refer to manufacturer-specific basin lines and item numbers for accurate ordering and installation.
• Utilize the online matrix for up-to-date compatibility information.

Additional Technical Details

Tap Hole Configurations

• Common types include: 104 1 Hahnloch, mittig (one central tap hole), 108 3 Hahnlöcher (three tap holes), 112 ohne Hahnloch, ohne Überlauf (no tap hole, no overflow), and variations.
• Tap hole configuration determines mixer suitability.

Basin Dimensions and Models

• Dimensions are in millimeters (width x depth x height).
• Examples: LAUFEN Living 600x460x155 mm, BETTE Aqua 600x475x125 mm, KERAMAG Icon 600x485 mm.

Mixer Compatibility

• Mixers categorized as 3-hole or 3-hole wall mixers, standard height 150 mm.
• Compatibility indicated by symbols: ✓ (recommended), ⁄ (tap hole pushed through), ⁄ (prepared tap hole), ⁄ (without tap hole).
• Each basin matched with suitable mixer types based on tap hole and dimensions.

Measurement Parameters

• Parameters a1 to a4, b1 to b5, c1 to c2, d1 to d7, e1 to e4 represent specific installation dimensions.
• Examples: a1 = 40 mm, b3 = 80 mm, c1 = 185 mm, d7 = 120 mm, e4 = 120 mm.

Manufacturer-Specific Listings

• Each manufacturer section lists basin models with dimensions and product codes.
• Compatibility tables indicate suitable AXOR Edge mixers for each basin.

Critical Recommendations

• Verify basin tap hole configuration before selecting mixer type.
• Use compatibility symbols to ensure mixer matches basin preparation.
• Refer to dimensional parameters for precise installation.
• Standard mixer height is 150 mm for compatibility.
• Recommended mixers depend on basin size and tap hole layout to ensure proper fit and function.

Conclusion

The AXOR ComfortZone test is a vital resource for architects, planners, and installers to confidently select and install AXOR Edge mixers with compatible washbasins. Adhering to the documented recommendations and dimensions ensures optimal functionality, aesthetic harmony, and user satisfaction in bathroom design.