Hi, Have fitted a shower over our bath and was hoping that the window would be ok for ventilation. Unfortunately the walls are getting wet with condensation and I think we need further ventilation. I have been looking at extractor fans and would really appreciate some advice on this.
(1) Do you normally fix these to the wall or should they go on the ceiling. If they are on the ceiling then I guess we have to run a flue up and out the roof which sounds like a lot of work (and expensive!)
(2) Are these just wired in to the lighting circuit or do they need their own supply. Also, is this something we can fit or do the regulations require that this is done by a professional.
(3) Finally, I have found some fans that automatically switch on when the humidity gets bad - are these any good or is it best to stay with a unit that can be turned on and off with a pull cord.
Thank you very much for any assistance and advice.
(1) Do you normally fix these to the wall or should they go on the ceiling. If they are on the ceiling then I guess we have to run a flue up and out the roof which sounds like a lot of work (and expensive!)
(2) Are these just wired in to the lighting circuit or do they need their own supply. Also, is this something we can fit or do the regulations require that this is done by a professional.
(3) Finally, I have found some fans that automatically switch on when the humidity gets bad - are these any good or is it best to stay with a unit that can be turned on and off with a pull cord.
Thank you very much for any assistance and advice.