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Fitting a basin and taps

Posted in 'How-to' Guides, Bathrooms on August 10th, 2010 by Julian Cassell – Be the first to comment

The following sequence shows a typical order of work for fitting a basin and taps. Changing an old basin for a new one is a straightforward process as long as you are easily able to isolate hot and cold water supplies, and the existing supply and waste pipes connected to the basin do not need too much adjustment in their position. Remember to take care when fixing into walls and floors – using a cable, pipe and stud detector can help in finding safe fixing positions. read more »

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Fitting a toilet

Posted in 'How-to' Guides, Bathrooms on August 10th, 2010 by Julian Cassell – Be the first to comment

Fitting a toilet, which in most circumstances will mean you are changing old for new, is straightforward if you are easily able to isolate the water supply, and both waste and supply pipes do not need major alterations in positioning. Below is shown the installation of a close-coupled toilet. The cistern is positioned on top of the pan, and much of the weight of the cistern is taken by the pan. read more »

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