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A cistern (Middle English cisterne, from Latin cisterna, from cista, "box", from Greek κίστη kistē, "basket") is a waterproof receptacle for holding liquids, usually water. Cisterns are often built to catch and store rainwater. Cisterns are distinguished from wells by their waterproof linings. Modern cisterns range in capacity from a few litres to thousands of cubic metres, effectively forming covered reservoirs.

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  1. Bettyboo

    Which are the better brands for concealed cisterns?

    Hi All I need to replace a concealed cistern. I need a standard size 14.5cm wide x 51cm long x 25cm deep. The pull down lever is on the right. Does any one know of the better, less problematic brands to use please? If you could let me know I would appreciate it . Thanks a lot Betty
  2. M

    Geberit Duel Push Button for Cisterns not working

    Hi, my Geberit duel push button has stopped flushing the toilet. When either button is pressed a small amount of water is released but not enough to flush the toilet. I have removed the plate holding the unit and pulled the 2 plastic tubes away. By blowing into the tubes the system flushes so I...
  3. P

    Advice on enclosed cisterns

    HI Does anyone have any recommendations for the most powerful enclosed cistern. I have installed a WC unit with a cistern that has a cable flush cistern. It does flush, but might take 2 flushes to get rid of all the waste and often the water only washes down the front of the WC pan , not all...
  4. O

    Cisterns continuously leaking into bowls (two slightly different scenarios)

    OK so disclaimer – i'm a millennial who hates DIY – BUT I sincerely want to learn and acknowledge I need to get over the embarrassment of not knowing a lot. The main thing is I don't want to be ripped off by plumbers so I need to figure this stuff out. So... I have two push-button toilets both...
    • Omz
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    • america cisterns different inlet leaking siphon slightly usa
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: USA
  5. P

    One isolating valve on both loft tanks inputs?

    Hi, just after the mains stopcock under my kitchen sink I have a tee, one pipe to drinkable water+washing machine and the other to the loft cisterns (talking about an open vented pumped S-plan system, standard here in UK). I was wondering whether it is safe to add an isolating valve on the...
  6. moonlight

    How many cisterns have plastic liners?

    I came across this the other day, I have never seen a cistern with a plastic liner. How many other manufactures do this?
  7. R

    Comparative heights of primary and cold water storage cisterns

    I have a job coming up in a house where the primary F&E is in the loft and has a tap pouring into the top of it (!) and also a combined feed and vent in 15mm. Am planning to fit FOV, add a 22mm vent, and an overflow. My concern is that the combined cold water storage and indirect-cylinder feed...
  8. eagleeye

    Toilet flush

    I recently changed 3 old lever handle concealed toilet cisterns to Grohe pneumatic type cisterns. Problem is have now is that it won't flush paper away. It's fine with waste but not paper. Customer says was fine before but I'm not 100% on this !! Doesn't seem as much pressure as before but it...
  9. hammers4spanner

    Toilet cisterns

    Am beginning to wonder if its ever worth repairing these things for replacement parts , with the amount of running around now to get correct syphon or float valve that will fit and then chuck on materials and time together i reckon you fit a new bog for nigh on same money. Any of you guys...
  10. BN9Pete

    Ball valves for traditional toilet cisterns.

    I do lots of maintenance work which includes changing ball valves in toilet cisterns, most push button cisterns are fine as I use the Fluidmaster with a brass shank. The Hydroflow ( Torbeck type ) fits some cisterns with a normal syphon and handle but there no longer seems to be much choice if...
  11. W

    Concealed cisterns with bigger non equal flushpipes

    Ones where the drop valve end of flushpipe is bigger and pan end of flushpipe bit smaller and a smooth circular nut is found on flush pipe under cistern. Does anyone know if there is a universal 2" valve that will work in these? And seal properly to existing cistern/flushpipe? Also is the end...
  12. B

    concealed cisterns

    got a job with 3 concealed cisterns and back to wall pans (Victoria plumb) rhymes with bum but I hate her more than that anyway got to fit all this bathroom furniture has anyone found a good way to easily fit this concealed stuff got the first toilet in and not leaking only to find seat has to...
  13. C

    Hidden Cisterns

    Hi Guys or Girls, I am a complete amateur living in the West Midlands and need some advice as to what hidden cistern I should buy; I am looking to install a comfort height (450mm) back to the wall toilet in a bathroom refurbishment. I want to have a hidden cistern inside a false wall...
  14. W

    Installing Cold Water Storage Cisterns and Building Control?

    Hi there, Does anyone know if the local Building Control has to be informed when replacing a Cold Water Storage Cistern and F&E tank? I know they need to know when replacing a cylinder, just not sure about storage tanks. Thanks in advance Mike :-)
    • wild nomad
    • Thread
    • building building control cisterns cold cold water cold water storage control installing storage water
    • Replies: 7
    • Forum: Plumbing Jobs | The Job-board
  15. J

    Replacement close couple cisterns

    Some sets are sold without spares support. Even expensive ones. I've got a new one with broken lid and cannot get a new lid Are cisterns commonly interchangeable... For instance are there a few common patterns to the coupling layout? Seems like its hit and miss. John.
  16. W

    Why are the insides of some WC cisterns so moldy?

    Humidity in room air or something? Access of air to cistern? Frequency of use?
  17. D

    Broken armitage shanks cistern lid

    My brother inlaw was painting a customers downstairs cloakroom and broke the cistern lid of an armitage shanks wc. Its about 30 years old.He was only going to make £70 from the job so is a bit miffed at having to get me to change the complete loo.Its syponic and also white.Been to my plumbers...
  18. B

    advice on fitting children's toilets?

    Hello.... I am involved in a project to fit a children's nursery with 3 low-level toilets. The landlord will supply the cisterns but the client needs to buy the low bowls. Can anyone advise.... can ordinary full-size cisterns be used with small bowls? Or does the landlord need to buy specialist...
  19. D

    Booster pump pulsating when toilet cisterns are nearly full

    Hi all, I recently fitted a pump to boost the shower pressure in the house. The plumbing is all flexible pipe and all cold feeds are fed off the same 22mm ring. Taps, toilets, showers and bath, both upstairs and down. Don't know if this is normal, but it is normal in Donegal, North West Ireland...
    • Dangerousdave2
    • Thread
    • accumulator booster cisterns nearly negative oil pressure pulsating pump switches toilet water
    • Replies: 17
    • Forum: Plumbing Jobs | The Job-board
  20. N

    Two Cisterns Cracked Within A Week

    I live in a maisonette that has a downstairs WC and an upstairs bathroom. On Sunday the porcelain cistern cracked when I was using the upstairs toilet, I put this down to me being 14 stone and quickly shut off the ball valve then popped to B&Q and bought and fitted a brand new toilet. (I could...
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