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Is the c-link the same size as the old one (the metal loop between the handle lever and the connection on the syphon) so that the handle is in the same position as it was when it flushed well? If you aren't getting the full lever range to create good suction this could mean you have to pump it...

Did you buy the right height replacement for your cistern? Is it the same as the one you took out? They do come in different sizes and the wrong size could alter the flush velocity. A reasonable way to check the water capacity would be to isolate the water to the cistern, empty the water by...

Hello you inquisitive soul! I'm a Gas Safe Registered girl* engineer based in Leeds. I am currently self-employed doing plumbing work and gas installs, repairs and servicing. Come and be my friend! :-) *Loosely used term although I am female - it depends on where you classify the age terminology...

It's my understanding that most baths are designed so that the rim should be between 500 & 550mm from the floor. Despite this, you should measure the height of the panel to see what height to set your bath so that you don't have to cut it if possible. (A lot of panels are moulded so that you...

How about taking it out, getting your money back and buying a bath that won't cause you problems - although it sounds like 'her indoors' is getting a good face workout for your trouble so someone's getting something for your effort. :wink: Happens once and you can put it down to bad luck...

Why don't you use the money it'll take to get an Overlay, floor level heating system installed instead. This can be run by your existing heating system and your walls will be free of any radiators - curved or otherwise. You also get the benefit of more even heat distribution in your room and...

Hi there. I've been trawling postings for an answer but cannot find what I am looking for.... I am replacing an old 8.5kW electric shower that currently sits on the end of 13m of surface mounted 6mm twin and earth with a 40A MCB and double pole switch in the bathroom. The cable runs alone...

Thanks for your quick reply Davy. It's off to the shops I go!!! (well, when they open again anyway!) :-)

Hi there. I am wanting to replace an existing Gainsborough 8500 electric shower unit which I am presuming is 8.5kW. The supply to this unit is 10mm cable, surface mounted, approximately 11 metres from the consumer unit protected by a 40Amp MCB with double pole isolating switch in the...