Installing a Bide spray?

[Elsa TLC]

This is worth a read

UK Laws and Regulations for Bidet/Shattaf Installation

When planning to install a bidet or shattaf in the UK, it is essential to adhere to specific plumbing regulations to ensure safety and compliance. These regulations are designed to protect public health and maintain the integrity of water systems.

Key Regulations to Consider:

Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations 1999: These regulations apply to all plumbing systems and water fittings in UK homes. They emphasise preventing contamination and ensuring safe water usage.
WRAS Approval: Always choose products that have WRAS (Water Regulations Advisory Scheme) approval. WRAS-approved bidets and shattafs meet the required standards for water safety and efficiency.
Backflow Prevention: Bidets and shattafs pose a high risk of backflow, which can lead to contamination of the main water supply. These devices are classified as fluid category 5, the highest risk level for cross-contamination. It is mandatory to install appropriate backflow prevention devices, such as a Type AUK1 air gap or an approved double check valve.
Temperature Control: For bidets using hot water, it is crucial to ensure the water temperature does not exceed 43°C to prevent scalding. This is especially important for electrically operated bidet seats.
Professional Installation: While not always legally required, professional installation by a certified plumber is highly recommended. A professional will ensure the installation complies with all relevant regulations and functions safely.
Notification: In certain cases, particularly when significant plumbing changes are involved, you may need to notify your local water company before installation. This helps in maintaining proper records and ensures compliance with local water regulations.
Importance of Compliance: Ignoring these regulations can have severe consequences. Non-compliant installations can lead to contaminated water supplies, posing serious health risks. Additionally, you could face legal penalties, including fines or mandatory reinstallation to meet compliance standards. Therefore, understanding and following these regulations is not only a legal obligation but also a crucial step in ensuring the safety and health of your household.
Types of Bidets and Shattafs: These regulations apply to all types of bidets and shattafs, ranging from simple handheld sprayers to advanced smart toilets. Ensuring proper installation and compliance for each type is vital to avoid potential hazards.

 

[Deluks]

Shattaf!

 

[Hugh Jaleak]

I think most have been aware of the Regulations for many years, it's more recently when the installations of such devices are becoming more common, that the rules are being broken.

 

[Rodders53]

I think most have been aware of the Regulations for many years, it's more recently when the installations of such devices are becoming more common, that the rules are being broken.

Nah. The rules have been being broken for many aeons.
It's just happening more frequently now.

 

[Madrab]

Come across this all the time and it's a well worn subject unfortunately. I have had many people asking for them, some as they just liked the idea and are horrified when I tell them what can happen with them. Unfortunately there are others and it seems to be more prevalent within a certain demographic, who don't seem to care about the rules and are happy to break them and who insist on having these ablution devices. I understand the reasons but they are not prepared to spend the money to have them installed properly and keep everyone elses drinking water safe. There seems to be a serious lack of compunction about the risks and dangers that are associated with these devices being connected to the mains.

In all my years of being in the trade I have been asked many times and have refused, when the client just said, "aww, just bang it into the mains supply that's feeding the toilet."
I have only ever fitted one and that was where the client was happy to follow the regs and we changed the attic CWSC to a weir protected cistern as it was being changed anyway.
The main trouble as I see it is that anyone can buy and fit these things, that's where it needs to be stopped. Only the proper trade should have access and be allowed to fit but hey like so many things that's all just pie in the sky.

 

[Stuckinarut]

Nah. The rules have been being broken for many aeons.
It's just happening more frequently now.

As per @Madrab, due to the demographic. We house some refugees and I have seen this on many occasions - illegal installation.

 

[fixitflav]

I heard about a bloke who went to a showroom to buy a car, and the salesman showed him one and said "This one's got a bidet". The bloke, puzzled, asked "What's a bidet doing in a car?" The salesman said "It's got rear wipe and wash".