Cold Start Technology

What is Cold Start Technology?

Smart Design. Everyday Savings.

Greens Cold Start Technology is an intelligent update to how your tapware works. While most standard mixers draw a mix of hot and cold water when the lever is in the center, a Cold Start mixer starts with 100% cold water in the central position.

This simple change prevents your hot water system from "wasting" unnecessarily for quick tasks like rinsing a glass or washing your hands, saving energy and reducing your household running costs.

The Hidden Hot Water Draw in Standard Mixers

Many conventional bathroom and kitchen mixers activate both the hot and cold water supply when opened in the centre position. Even brief use can trigger the hot-water system, despite the heated water never reaching the spout before the tap is turned off.

This repeated, unintentional hot-water draw can lead to unnecessary energy consumption and inefficiencies within the household hot-water system.

True Cold Start™ vs. Generic Cold Start

Not all energy-saving taps are created equal. Some products on the market labeled as "Cold Start" require the user to learn a new way of moving the handle—often restricting the lever's movement to only one side or requiring a different "starting" angle.

Greens True Cold Start™ is engineered for Identical Usability.

• No Learning Curve: You use the lever exactly as you always have.
• Full Range of Motion: The handle moves intuitively, just like a traditional mixer.
• Intelligent Internals: The "True" difference is hidden inside the valve logic, which ensures the hot water system is never engaged unintentionally while the lever is centered.

The Result: Your tapware works exactly how you expect it to. Warm water flows only when you specifically want it, giving you total control over your energy usage without having to think about it.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is Cold Start different from a typical mixer?

On many conventional mixers, the centre position draws both hot and cold water, which activates the hot-water system immediately. With Greens Cold Start Technology, the centre position delivers cold water only. Your hot-water system stays off until you intentionally move the handle towards the warm or hot side.

Will I still get hot water easily?

Yes. Warm and hot water are available on demand, just as you'd normally operate any tapware. Simply move the handle from the centre position towards the hot side. The difference is that you no longer activate the heater unintentionally when you only need cold water.

How can Cold Start help with energy use?

Because many mixers activate the hot-water system whenever opened in the centre, they can cause unnecessary hot-water draw — especially for quick tasks where heated water never reaches the spout. Cold Start minimises this unintentional activation, which may support more efficient energy use in the home.

Do I need special plumbing to install Cold Start tapware?

No. Greens Cold Start mixers are designed for standard installation. They are an easy, high-impact upgrade for any new build or bathroom renovation.

Why Choose Cold Start?

• Improve Energy Efficiency: Cold Start prevents the hot-water system from activating during quick, everyday use — reducing unnecessary energy consumption.
• Lower Household Costs: By reducing unintended hot-water draw, Cold Start supports more efficient operation of your home's hot-water system, which may help reduce energy use and, in some cases, contribute to lower household running costs.
• Support a Cleaner Environment: Conserving energy isn't just good for your wallet; it promotes a more sustainable environment.

Optimizing the Modern Bathroom

Transform your daily routine with Greens Cold Start bathroom mixers, the smart choice for sustainable bathroom design. Our True Cold Start™ technology ensures the lever starts on cold in the central position.

This eco-friendly innovation is perfect for modern bathroom renovations, reduce hot water waste for quick tasks while keeping hot water available on demand. By choosing Greens energy-saving tapware, you are investing in high-performance bathroom fittings that lower household costs without compromising on style or usability.

Look for the Cold Start Symbol

Wherever you see the Cold Start symbol on a product detail page or on Greens Tapware packaging, you can be confident the mixer has been engineered for efficiency. Cold Start is a true “set and forget” technology, designed to reduce unnecessary hot-water use during everyday tasks and support a smarter, more sustainable home — one drop at a time.

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