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Quickframe Bathroom Structures

Can I use Quickframe with any plumbing system?
Yes. Quickframe is also suitable for jointed pipe system such as rigid copper pipe as any leaking joints become accessible. It is, of course, perfect with the PEXAPIPE advanced plumbing system with isolatable manifolds.

Can I use any bathroom sanitary ware with Quickframe?
Almost all European sanitary ware can be used with Quickframe. See the list of manufacturers in the Quickframe section . The WC module has adjustable bolt holes to suit different pan hole positions.

What is the minimum depth of the frame from the existing wall?
The overall minimum depth from wall to finished panel is about 200 mm. The cistern in the WC module is about 140 mm deep and 180 mm with the frame and before panelling over.

What do I use to cover the frame?
Most paneling material can be used to cover the frame. This includes fibre boards, wood or plastic panels and plaster boards. Even plasterboard with insulation backing can be used. It has the benefit of reducing further noise from pipes. Make sure you stagger the joints and then finish with plaster or tiles etc.

How do I fix the boards or panels to the frame?
IPPEC supplies self drilling and tapping counter sunk screws to fix boards to metal frame. Alternatively some plumbers and carpenters use padded double sided adhesive strips.

Hint
When using the frame for a shower surround, line with polythene sheet first before applying paneling. This will help in avoiding leaks from the shower through the tile grout later.

How do I cut the frame?
Use a metal hacksaw. Better still use a hand held angle grinder with a steel cutting disc. Be sure to protect you eyes and hands.

How do I know how much power the solar panals give?
At a third of sun shine per year the output of panels is about 1600 kWhr pa.

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