I am trying to replace the washer of a leaking tap. I have taken off the cap but cannot get further than this and I cannot unscrew the tap as the screw cap/head has worn out - (not a phillips head). Any ideas as to how I can unscrew the screw? 
Worn Screw - Leaking Tap - Need to Replace Washer
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The taps are mono basin mixer taps as per link that follows http://www.diy.com/diy/jsp/bq/product/product.jsp?CATID=7090051&entryFlag=false&PRODID=197553
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take it back to B&Q and charge em for your wasted time. It's probably a ceramic disc tap. If grit gets betwwen the fitting surfaces of the 2 discs, it makes micro grooves and hence the drip. Silicone gel will help (for a time) replacing them can be difficult without the help of a well stocked local plumbing merchant.
take it back to B&Q and charge em for your wasted time. It's probably a ceramic disc tap. If grit gets betwwen the fitting surfaces of the 2 discs, it makes micro grooves and hence the drip. Silicone gel will help (for a time) replacing them can be difficult without the help of a well stocked local plumbing merchant.
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