Wall Hung Toilet

andyhop

http://www.geberit.co.uk/en_uk/target_groups/installer/products_installer/installation_systems/installation_systems.html

With the type of walls you have we would generally strip back anyway, its impossible to repair the boards after removing the existing tiles/paint so easier to remove and reframe. You can generally leave the plasterboard in place on the opposite side of the bathroom and then frame, use expanding foam plasterboard adhesive to fix existing plasterboard to me frame to save on new decoration

Based much further North!!

Kuly

problem with that is that I cannot get past step 1. Tried firefox, chrome and IE, just does not scroll. Either a problem with my PC or the website.

Will mail them and see what they say. Thanks.

cyclonebri1

andyhop wrote: »

The geberit rail system requires only a few fixing points, it can be fitted into metal stud partition walls at 600 centres and this type of wall is no worse than a paragon

What do I know, only fitted about 130+ of these frames in the last 6-7 yrs with no failures

I didn't say the system was rubbish, but it still has to obey the laws of physics and your comments about how the load applies itself to the wall is not all vertical, it is still a lever regardless of how it is fastened.

Glad the system you fit works for you.

cyclonebri1

andyhop wrote: »

If you can remove the chipboard then do it, 25mm marine ply impact gunned to the joists. Stick some extra 4x2 on all board edges to support and you will have zero problems with movement

Exactly, and as the Op asked, yes, it is worth doing if it achieves the result you are wanting, ;)

Kuly, you are making the savings by DIY, so now just invest a little more time:T:T

Kuly

Cheers folks.
Do the boards have to be nailed? don't have an impact gun :-) although I guess I could hire one.
Can I not screw them down or will they not hold as good as nails? Just that screws are much easier to remove if ever required. Getting nails out is a pain as I am learning now. Even more so if they are embedded into the board.

Do I also need to leave 1 or 2 mm gap between the boards for expansion? Would you recommend tanking the floor in that case?

andyhop

Always butt the boards up, screw gun will work just as good . For 25mm plywood use 70mm screws

Kuly

Thanks Andyhop.

Just re-read your post about the geberit system wall and the fact it can be installed on metal stud partition walls. Can you recommend which studs I should go for if I go down this route?

andyhop

I would go for 4x2 timbers at 400mm centres, metal stud walls are a little flimsy

Are you planning on having a flat wall or a bulkhead to house the frame?

Kuly

Cheers. Planning to go flat to maximise minimalist look.

andyhop

Depending on the frame you may need to step up to 5x2. Presume soil pipe is dropping straight into floor.?