When selecting a new combi, what is the minimum flow rate from a boiler that would give a reasonably good shower through a thermostatic mixer?
What Is The Minimum Flow Rate From Combi For A Shower?
- Thread starter 2point8ghiax
- Start date
Sponsored Links
That all depends on the showerhead(s) you are going to use. Due to the popularity of green issues, the market now offers showerheads that only need about 6l/min and still give a decent shower.
A more important question is: what quality boiler do we want? (most important question: where do we find a good installer)
I have always advised oversized combis, as the price difference on the total job between the smallest, and one that will feed 2 showers simultaneously is only about 10 - 15% of the total price. Never had anyone come back to me after a couple of years, saying they regretted getting the big one. Have heard plenty people complain the boiler wasn't big enough. (not my clients obviously)
A more important question is: what quality boiler do we want? (most important question: where do we find a good installer)
I have always advised oversized combis, as the price difference on the total job between the smallest, and one that will feed 2 showers simultaneously is only about 10 - 15% of the total price. Never had anyone come back to me after a couple of years, saying they regretted getting the big one. Have heard plenty people complain the boiler wasn't big enough. (not my clients obviously)
DIYnot Local
Staff member
If you need to find a tradesperson to get your job done, please try our local search below, or if you are doing it yourself you can find suppliers local to you.
Select the supplier or trade you require, enter your location to begin your search.
Are you a trade or supplier? You can create your listing free at DIYnot Local
Sponsored Links
