Bathroom

Before going wild with the aesthetic choices available in your fittings, you need to know what practical considerations should guide your choices. Adequate heating,...

Depending on where you live and how you heat the rest of your house, you may need extra heating in your bathroom. Adequate heating is...

Waterproofing is a crucial element in bathrooms - particularly vital when it comes to plumbing and electrical fittings.   Fittings need to be correctly waterproofed,...

How you select fittings will have a lot to do with the amount of space available, as well as what you do with it.   To...

There's nothing worse than a leaky tap - except perhaps a dirty and leaking tap. Find out how to clean and maintain your fittings.     A...

Selecting the right fittings for your desired look is one of the last things to be done when planning your bathroom, but it's also...

Bathrooms require good task lighting for practicality and safety, but it needs to be designed in such a way as to avoid glare from...

The location of your hot water system significantly impacts its efficiency and responsiveness. Installing the system close to high-demand taps, such as those in the kitchen, bathroom, or laundry, reduces heat loss and ensures a quicker supply of hot water. This proximity allows the system to operate more effectively, as the water doesn't have to travel long distances through pipes.

A cold water diverter is a mechanical valve installed on a hot water line. It redirects the initial cold water, known as redwater, that sits in the pipe before hot water arrives. Instead of wasting this water down the drain, the diverter sends it to a greywater tank, a garden irrigation system, or back into the hot water storage system for reuse. These diverters work using water pressure and do not require electricity.

If you're renovating your home—especially your bathroom, ensuite or kitchen—you're probably already thinking about energy efficiency and water conservation. One option gaining popularity in Australian homes is the hot water recirculation system. These systems are designed to deliver hot water instantly, without wasting litres of water while you wait for the tap to warm up.