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What does Back-To-Wall mean?

Back-To-Wall (BTW) describes a bathroom fixture that is fitted rigidly to the surface of a supportive wall or item of furniture immediately behind it.


What does Close-Coupled mean?

Close-Coupled is used to describe a style of toilet wherein the cistern attaches directly to the pan.


What does Corner-Fitting mean?

Corner-Fitting describes a bathroom suite specifically designed to fit a corner space.


What does Countertop mean?

Countertop is used to describe a washbasin that sits on the surface of a vanity unit.

What does Semi-Recessed mean?

Semi-Recessed is used to describe a washbasin that hangs over the edge of the unit on which it sits.


What does W.C. mean?

W.C. stands for ‘water closet’, but is more widely known as a toilet.


What does Wall-Hung mean?

Wall-Hung is used to describe a bathroom suite that is supported by fixture to a load bearing wall.

What is a 4-Piece Bathroom Suite?

A 4-Piece Bathroom Suite is made up of 4 individual ceramic fixtures. These are the toilet pan, toilet cistern, wash basin and a pedestal.


What is a 5-Piece Bathroom Suite?

A 5-Piece Bathroom Suite is made up of 5 individual ceramic fixtures. These are the toilet pan, toilet cistern, wash basin, pedestal and a bidet.

What is a Cistern?

A Cistern is the compartment of a toilet that contains the water needed for flushing.


What is a Cloakroom Suite?

A Cloakroom Suite is smaller than an average bathroom suite, simply comprising of a toilet and sink.


What is a Concealed Cistern?

A Concealed Cistern is a water chamber hidden from view behind a wall or item of furniture that is used to flush a toilet.

What is a Dual-Flush Toilet?

A Dual-Flush Toilet allows the user 2 flushing strengths - either low capacity or high capacity.


What is a Full-Pedestal ?

A Full-Pedestal is the name given to the stand that supports a washbasin by sitting vertically on the bathroom's floor.


What is a Push-Button Flush?

A Push-Button Flush is the pushable fitting that controls a toilets flushing mechanism.


What is a Semi-Pedestal?

A Semi-Pedestal is the name given to the half-sized stand that supports a washbasin by attaching to a wall.

What is a Side-Flushing Toilet?

A Side-Flushing Toilet is operated by a handle situated at the cisterns side.


What is a Toilet Pan?

A Toilet Pan is the receptor of waste, also referred to as a bowl.


What is a Top-Flushing Toilet?

A Top-Flushing Toilet is operated by a push button located at the top of a cistern.


What is a Towel-Ring?

A Towel-Ring is an attachment positioned on the underside of a washbasin used to store hand towels.


What is a Walk-In Shower Cubicle?

A Walk-In Shower Cubicle is a large enclosure designed to contain water without utilising a door for access.


What is an En-Suite Bathroom?

An En-Suite Bathroom is a small secondary bathroom that can be accessed directly from a bedroom.