Replacing cloakroom toilet suite - help with fittings needed

[Lothian8]

Hi guys

I'm replacing an old toilet cloakroom suite with new vanity basin unit and vanity toilet unit. Current fittings date back to early 1980s.

As a DIYer I'm thinking I should replace the isolating valve for the toilet inlet with a straight coupler and place a new isolating valve further up so I have decent access in future. (Photo attached).

1. Do you guys think this is the right thing to do?
2. What valves and pipes would people suggest? I.e. copper or plastic / push fit or compression?
3. Do I need to replace the swan neck pan connector?

Thanks
Craig

 

[Darren Jackson]

Hi Craig,

1. Yes it would certainly be beneficial in the future to cut out that old iso and locate a new one higher up the pipe.

2, We prefer to use copper and solder fittings, but if you are a not that experienced or confident then use the push fit fittings like speed fit for ease. you will need a 15mm straight coupler to connect to the existing pipe under the floor, A 15 mm chrome compression ball a fix (iso valve) and a 1/2"-15mm tap connector to fit the new toilet inlet valve also 1 meter of 15mm plastic pipe. Make sure you use reinforcing pipe inserts on the pipes at all the fitting joints. And take out that old rusty nail and use a hinged plastic 15mm pipe clip screwed to the joist to support the pipe.

3, Definitely replace the swan neck pan connector. never re-use an old one. You will regret it.

 

[Lothian8]

Thanks Darren, advice very much appreciated

 

[townfanjon]

Agree 100% with Darren , couldnt have put it better myself lol