Douche valves and bidets have grown in popularity, along with toilet seat adaptions. Bidets have skipped a generation of plumbers/bathroom fitters with their knowledge and the Douche valve is relatively new in the UK. 

The impact we are seeing is incorrectly installed equipment in breach of theWater Fittings Regulations in England and Wales and the increased risk of water contamination.

The difference between a Douche valve and bidet/toilet

What the Water Regulations state on backflow protection

How each must be installed to meet the UK Water Regulations

Who is responsible regardless of where purchases are made?

Speaker: Jerry Whiteley - Technical Manager at the CIPHE

Understanding Bidets & Douche Valves - Compliance, Safety, and Best Practices