We all insist on changing the washer again, when it’s the brass seat underneath that decides whether the tap keeps dripping

We all insist on changing the washer again, when it's the brass seat underneath that decides whether the tap keeps dripping

Millions of Britons replace tap washers annually, yet drips continue relentlessly. The real culprit lurks beneath: a worn brass valve seat that no washer can seal against. Understand the hidden mechanics that make your tap leak and the simple tool that finally stops it.