Roca Smooth Body Single-Lever Basin Faucet, Cold Start, XL handle, 1.2 gpm

The Roca Smooth Body basin faucet is a masterclass in considered engineering. Every element from the clean, uninterrupted body profile to the XL handle that sits naturally under the hand has been designed with a specific purpose. But it is what happens inside the faucet, invisibly, every time it is turned on, that makes the Smooth Body genuinely different from anything else available in Ghana’s bathroom market today.

Cold Start technology changes the default behaviour of the faucet at the most fundamental level. Where a conventional single-lever faucet defaults to the central position drawing from both the hot and cold supply simultaneously and unnecessarily activating the boiler, the Smooth Body defaults to cold. The boiler is not triggered unless you actively move the lever toward hot. In a household where the basin tap is used dozens of times a day for hand washing, teeth brushing, and face washing, tasks that rarely require hot water, the energy savings accumulate quickly and significantly.

At 1.2 GPM, the Smooth Body already uses 45% less water than a standard faucet. Pair that with Cold Start’s energy saving, Roca’s Evershine surface treatment that maintains the chrome finish without tarnishing or fading, and a Soft Turn ceramic cartridge that delivers smooth, precise lever control for the lifetime of the faucet and the result is a product that is as responsible as it is refined.

Coin-slot aerator, flexible supply hoses included, top-mounted XL handle, deck-mounted installation. Available through Overexport Ghana, Tema, with nationwide delivery across Ghana.

Why the Roca Smooth Body?

Most faucets are specified on aesthetics alone. The Roca Smooth Body earns its place on performance. Cold Start technology is a genuine innovation, not a marketing claim, that reduces household energy consumption, lowers electricity bills, and decreases carbon emissions with every use. For developers pursuing green building ratings, for homeowners conscious of running costs, and for hotels managing utility bills across hundreds of rooms, this is the faucet that delivers measurable, documented environmental performance.

The Evershine chrome finish adds a further layer of long-term value. Roca’s proprietary surface treatment is engineered to resist the tarnishing, limescale adhesion, and micro-scratching that causes standard chrome faucets to lose their appearance over time. In Ghana’s hard water conditions, this is not a minor detail, it is the difference between a faucet that looks new after five years and one that looks tired after two.

Key Features

• Cold Start technology — faucet defaults to cold water, preventing unnecessary boiler activation and saving energy with every use
• Single-lever design — one handle controls both temperature and flow intuitively
• XL handle — oversized lever for comfortable, precise grip and effortless control
• Top-mounted handle — ergonomic position for natural hand placement
• Evershine chrome finish — Roca’s proprietary surface treatment for lasting shine, tarnish resistance, and limescale repellence
• Soft Turn ceramic cartridge — smooth, precise lever action engineered for long-term reliability
• 1.2 GPM water-saving flow — 45% below standard faucet output, certified for water and energy efficiency
• Coin-slot aerator — tool-free aerator removal for easy cleaning and decalcification
• Flexible supply hoses included — complete installation kit, no additional hose purchase required
• Deck-mounted installation — clean, direct fit onto any standard basin surface
• Cold water position in centre — intuitive central cold position for safe, energy-conscious daily use
• Annual energy saving — 334.68 kWh per year compared to a standard faucet
• Waste not included — basin drain sold separately

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What exactly is Cold Start technology and how does it save energy? Cold Start is a Roca innovation that repositions the faucet’s default lever setting to the cold water position. On a conventional single-lever faucet, the central lever position draws from both hot and cold supplies, activating your boiler every time the tap is turned on, even for a quick hand wash that never needs hot water. Cold Start prevents this by defaulting to cold only. The boiler activates only when you deliberately move the lever toward hot. Roca calculates this saves 334.68 kWh of energy per year per faucet, a meaningful reduction in electricity bills and carbon emissions over the lifetime of the product.

What is Evershine and how is it different from standard chrome? Evershine is Roca’s proprietary chrome surface treatment, engineered to resist tarnishing, limescale adhesion, and micro-scratching more effectively than standard chrome plating. In Ghana’s hard water conditions where mineral deposits can dull a standard chrome finish within months, Evershine maintains the mirror-bright appearance of the faucet significantly longer, reducing the need for chemical cleaning products and keeping the faucet looking new for years.

What is a Soft Turn ceramic cartridge? The cartridge is the internal valve mechanism that controls water flow and temperature inside the faucet. A ceramic cartridge uses two precision-ground ceramic discs that slide against each other to regulate flow; far more durable and precise than rubber washer alternatives. Soft Turn refers to Roca’s tuning of the cartridge for smooth, light lever action with no stiffness or resistance, even after years of use.

What does the coin-slot aerator mean? The aerator is the small mesh insert at the tip of the faucet spout that mixes air into the water flow. Over time, mineral deposits from Ghana’s water supply can clog the aerator and reduce flow pressure. The coin-slot design allows the aerator to be unscrewed using nothing more than a coin,  no tools, no plumber required, making decalcification and cleaning a simple monthly task.

Is the waste drain included? No, the basin waste drain is sold separately. Our team can recommend a compatible drain in a matching chrome finish. Contact us before ordering if you would like to bundle the faucet and drain together.

How does the 1.2 GPM flow rate feel in use? Despite being 45% below the standard 2.2 GPM output, the coin-slot aerator mixes air into the water stream to create a flow that feels full and satisfying at the hand. Water-saving faucets at this specification are indistinguishable from standard faucets in everyday use — the saving happens invisibly.

Is trade pricing available? Yes, Overexport Ghana trade account holders receive up to 15% off retail pricing on the Roca Smooth Body and all products across our range. [Apply for a trade account →]