Running two showers simultaneously
8 years ago
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I'm renovating a 4 bed Victorian end terrace and adding a downstairs shower room. What's the best option for being able to run two showers at the same time with good pressure and temperature? Has anyone found a successful solution?
Option 1: Worcester Greenstar 42 CDI combi boiler plus 120 litre unvented cylinder in loft to run both showers.
Option 2: As above but electric shower downstairs, possibly Mira Sport 10.8kW.
Option 3: all suggestions welcome.
New plumbing and wiring is being fitted so I have the chance to get it right from the outset. Help!
Thanks.
I'm renovating a 4 bed Victorian end terrace and adding a downstairs shower room. What's the best option for being able to run two showers at the same time with good pressure and temperature? Has anyone found a successful solution?
Option 1: Worcester Greenstar 42 CDI combi boiler plus 120 litre unvented cylinder in loft to run both showers.
Option 2: As above but electric shower downstairs, possibly Mira Sport 10.8kW.
Option 3: all suggestions welcome.
New plumbing and wiring is being fitted so I have the chance to get it right from the outset. Help!
Thanks.
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