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Title: Importing bathroom suites
Post by CWatters on Jun 5^th, 2005, 6:08pm

I'm building a house in the UK but I live in Belgium. Prices this site of the channel seem to be slightly cheaper but it's hard to tell as the makes are different.

I was thinking of importing some bathroom items like a washbasin and WC. Anyone aware of any problems?

I know years ago you were only allowed to install syphon type cisterns. Is that still the case? Any similar problems?

Title: Re: Importing bathroom suites
Post by billythekid on Jun 5^th, 2005, 6:32pm

regs have changed to allow flush valves but there is a limit to how much you can flush, i think its 5 litres but dont quote me.

i would also reckon on buying your taps etc here as sizes may be different.

btk

Title: Re: Importing bathroom suites
Post by Plumber on Jun 5^th, 2005, 8:26pm

It's 6 Litres btk

Title: Re: Importing bathroom suites
Post by billythekid on Jun 5^th, 2005, 9:33pm

thanks that man! lol

ok quote me now...6 litres.

No wonder I need to always flush twice, set it up for 5 didnt I!

or maybe its the kebabs......

btk

Title: Re: Importing bathroom suites
Post by CWatters on Jun 6^th, 2005, 8:30am

Thanks, I'll check to make sure thread sizes etc are ok.