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Having electrical wiring in a bathroom can be tricky to set up, as there are important regulations to follow. In order to ensure a safe and legal installation, it is essential to understand the rules and regulations around the layout of electrical equipment in bathrooms. This article will provide an overview of the bathroom zones […]

Recently, the sales & management team at Fastlec had an update on the latest ventilation guidance & rule changes from Domus Ventilation Specification Manager Russell Beardsworth. Here’s some of what we learned (or re-learned) New Part F Building Regulation Changes (Effective from 15th June 2022) This is the 2021 edition of the approved document which […]

Are you looking for ways to address an issue with your bathroom extractor fan? Whether it’s making funny noises or not working at all, here are some tips and tricks to help you troubleshoot and get your bathroom extractor fan working again. The Extractor Fan RoleExtractor fans play an important role in our households and […]

There are lots of ways to duct a bathroom fan, but what are the best ways? PVC Flexible Ducting This is what most people fit, and why not, it’s easy and cheap. It requires few additional accessories, except for maybe some clips, tie-wraps or duct tape to fasten it onto the fan spigot and the grille. […]

Best Looking (Designer) Bathroom Fans Vent Axia – Xpelair – Vortice – Airflow – Greenwood Airvac – Silavent – Domus The phrase ‘Number One Fan’ if you are a Stephen King reader, may mean something quite sinister but in our line of work, the phrase is an exciting challenge. To find the best fan on […]

Extractor Fan Purpose Extractor fans are installed for two main purposes: To remove moisture from the air To remove odors In terms of functionality, the extractor fan needs to be the right size for the room if it is to do its job properly: If it’s too small it won’t be able to draw sufficiently […]

Okay, anyone could put an enormous fan in the loft and have people ‘hovering’ in the bathroom. The thing is, what about the Jet engine sound reverberating around the house every time that room gets used? But, what if you could get over ONE THOUSAND metres cubed per hour with sound levels capped around 36dB(A) […]

I’m going to try and clear up the confusion around MEV, cMEV and dMEV systems. I know that it’s not clear, because it initially confused the hell out of me even though I’d been working in the ventilation space for years. MEV – Stands for Mechanical Extract Ventilation MEV is often used to describe whole […]

Ceiling Fans UK What a promising start to the summer we’ve had. Okay, so it doesn’t necessarily mean we’re in for glorious sustained sunshine, but April weather has largely been a welcome treat. I’m writing this from darkest West Sussex, so apologies if you haven’t enjoyed the same weather as I have. Buy ceiling fans online with […]

Ceiling Fan Season is Here Again – What’s New? Fantasia Ceiling Fans have some great new finishes in already popular sweep air fan lines. Couple that with some totally new ceiling fans, desk fans and even a cool new ‘Fan Duster Brush’ (don’t laugh, it’s amazing!) The popular 50″ Fantasia Elite Tau range has 3 […]

Buildings which are air tight are becoming the standard in the modern age, whether in new builds or through the modification of older buildings. This is due to a variety of different issues including modern construction practices, better quality building materials and a push towards greater energy efficiency. Buildings that are air tight and insulated […]

Damp is a serious problem affecting many households across the country. As well as being unsightly and damaging to buildings, damp can also lead to health issues such as asthma and a compromised immune system. Furthermore, this even becomes detrimental to the value of your house and will often deter buyers from even considering your […]