That seems to be more a Britain vs everywhere else thing. All my European friends always have a go at me about that.

I second this. Living in Germany I am blessed with the best of German water heating technology, which includes mixer taps (faucets). Whenever I go back to the UK to visit family, I end up scolding myself on the hot tap. My theory is that Brits either don't wash their hands, or if they do, they have a limited amount of time before the hot tap becomes too hot!

The trick is to move your hands to and fro between the two to keep the temperature ambient.

Aaah, gotcha.

Thanks!