Are plastic 'quick-fit' pipes ok for power showers?

cahjubb

Hi, does anyone know if those plastic quick-fit pipes and connectors are suitable for power showers, or should it be copper pipes instead. I've used the latter in fitting the kitchen, but want to make it easier for myself when taking the supply from the tank/pipes in the loft, rather than trying to tighten elbow joints in cramped conditions. (The horizontal length would be about 8-10 feet, so presumably they'd need supporting, before they turn vertical to the shower?) Alternatively, could I take the feed from the water tank / hot water system and drop it to the loft beams for support, then take it horizontally across to above the shower like
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(The shower is going to be upstairs, so not too far from the water supplies.)

Thanks for any info, HJ

JennyW_2

Cant comment on the "quick-fit" aspect, but my husband recently laid down new plastic pipes throughout new bathroom (which was relocated). He loves them - said it made the whole job so much easier as they were much more pliable - much better than cutting and joining copper pipes

BobProperty

JG Speedfit are good for 6bar and most other products will be similar. Given that some shower pumps have push-fits on them I don't see that it will be a problem.
http://jgspeedfit.co.uk/linkpages/TechSpec9.html

Would I do it? Possibly, but I'd much rather use copper pipe and soldered endfeeds.

Will_it_make_me_rich

Our plumber has used plastic pipes in our new bathroom and the water for the shower is supplied by a 3.3bar pump.

Jonny_B_3

I did it 2 months ago - so far so good. (touch wood!)