Plumbing

Plumbing fixtures are the functional devices attached to plumbing pipes; bathtubs, bidets, traps and drains, pumps, tanks, taps and shower heads, among other things....

Plumbing is installed using many different pipes, joints, couplings and other things to control noise and temperature. Learn more about the bits and pieces...

In some remote locations, it's easier and more economical to pump water out of a ground bore than it is to connect to a...

Find out what sorts of restrictions apply to the temperature of water coming out of any given tap in an Australian household, and how...

Learn what differentiates different kinds of basins and sinks in bathrooms, kitchens and laundries, as well as what types are available, and how they're...

Find out why DIY solar hot water kits are dangerous, and how they're likely to cost you much more than you bargained for. With so...

Drainage is one of the most critical, yet often overlooked, components of building or renovating a home. Good drainage ensures water flows away from your home and off your property efficiently, protecting everything from your slab to your landscaping. Poor drainage, on the other hand, can lead to structural damage, mould, erosion, slab heave and expensive long-term repairs.

Regulations in Australia restrict the placement of power points in relation to sinks and taps. This article explores what the rules say and how far your power points will need to be from your kitchen sink.

The WaterMark certification label signifies that a plumbing product complies with certain quality and performance standards.    WaterMark logos are either etched or printed on compliant...

Water-producing bathroom fittings in Australia need to comply with basic water-efficiency standards. As a part of the WELS scheme, they are rated and given...