Replacing a concealed Cistern Flush Pipe

[@charliefrancis446]

Thank you brother you've helped me with my house dumb concealed cistern. I'm 26 and and videos like this are life savers. Always worth having a go yourself just so we know these things Edit: just for added story I changed my flush pipe today using an older video of yours which has now made me realise I need to do the cistern too so I'll be back on this video for repair number 2

[@legoboymalik2513]

I'm glad I found your video. The instructions are very useful. I have the same problem as you. I pulled the toilet away and found a tone of silicone around the flush pipe to make up for the short fall. The silicone failed over time.

[@InfoZhedExplore]

Glad it was useful to you 👍

[@nigeld8694]

Impressive camera work for such an awkward space! Good work!

[@bonypp]

Your really good and the detailed instructions were superb. Very kind of you to upload this video to help other . Seems to me you’re a great guy . Thanks .

[@InfoZhedExplore]

Thanks for the kind comments streetsmart22. Glad it was of some use to you. All the best.

[@awoodward37]

I can relate to the multiple trips to the hardware shop to return purchases that come in a surprising range of subtle variations.....

[@foxuploader]

Just wanted to thank you mate, you might just have saved my day. Same problem exactly , know I know exactly what to do. After hours of mopping up the bathroom floor all cos I needed to tighten the farkin loose seat. Your a legend pal

[@InfoZhedExplore]

Glad it helped you 👍

[@lukecarter-whittley3822]

Helpful video, thanks - I've been attempting this tonight, but also replacing the flush valve - unfortunately the bend on the pipe is too big, so I couldn't get a watertight seal after cutting to size...nightmare...will need to try and find a different flush pipe with tighter bend tomorrow...!

[@gliderroos]

Love your instructional delivery. Dont we just scratch our heads at what so called professionals get up to sometimes.

[@InfoZhedExplore]

Thanks for the comment. Yes indeed. On the up side I learnt something new and was glad to pass on some useful information to the community.

[@awoodward37]

And how they charge $120 for 30 minutes of work.

[@gunaseks]

Great video! Exactly what I was looking for. Thanks for sharing much helpful.

[@InfoZhedExplore]

Glad it helped you 👍

[@AGfrom83]

I'd probably have just stuck a bit of wood between cistern and the wall. Funnily enough that is exact same setup I have.

[@intercoreuk]

Lol m8

[@MrOzzy281]

Easier way to do it is to put the cistern end of the pipe into the cistern and put the other end in the toilet, while holding the pipe (so not to put pressure on the cistern) push the toilet into the pipe as deep as possible, then mark the distance with a pen of visible pipe between the toilet and the wall/cabinet. Measure these two lines and cut that amount from the end. This method ensures the best fit.

[@AGfrom83]

That actually does sound like the best way to do it.

[@Burncash1510]

Do you have to insert the flush cone or not when the toilet is pushed into the pipe and then measure

[@MrOzzy281]

No, it wouldnt make any difference as it doesn add to the length of the pipe@@Burncash1510

[@Huddsman1]

That will help me loads as in have to fit one in my static caravan this weekend.....cheers

[@InfoZhedExplore]

No problem, glad it was of use. Future DIY videos will be uploaded to my other channel InfoZhed Workshop. It made sense to split and clearly define the content.

[@DerekIngram-u4e]

Great video, just what I was looking for, thank you. :-)

[@Ftyu817]

Well done mate.

[@JimKwok]

really nice job and sharing!

[@MikeFloutier]

Many thanks for this, the instructions didn’t say which way round to put the seal but I can see you fitted it with the thin end facing up, which makes sense, so I’ll do that. Thanks again!

[@lucyfiles5880]

Spot on mate couldn't work out how the washer wasn't fitting looking all over the shed thinking must have dropped a bit then thanks to your video two different diameters on the one pipe ..thick or what?thanks again.

[@InfoZhedExplore]

Glad it helped 👍

[@ksumar]

Thanks for uploading this. Very useful !

[@InfoZhedExplore]

Thanks Karim. Glad it was of use to you.

[@ksumar]

@@InfoZhedExplore Also you put a lot of effort in the detailed video which was great. My cistern lasted 5️⃣ years the it leaked with water 💦 probably due to calcium build. Is that the norm or are there superior ones with 🔟 year life! 😳 The part was cheap at just £14 with the flush mechanism. (Flow master) from Screwfix. I'll be back in 2025.

[@InfoZhedExplore]

Hi Karim. Very few things are built to last built to last. In my experience if there’s a long guarantee it’s built to last. Everything else I guess it’s down to luck if it lasts more than a couple of years. KZbin is a great resource to use for information if you are confident enough to have a go and fix things.

[@sarahablett7767]

Must have been the same dodgy plumber we had. Just ordered a new pipe to fit

[@kennymac6376]

I have the exact same problem in a rental property. Its exactly the same toilet bought from Amazon I think.. Im sure this pipe was included in the kit when I bought the toilet. Ive been pushing the toilet in to the pipe with no success. Cant get the gromet to fit flush.. Now I know I need a slightly longer bit of pipe. Also the toilet keeps moving as it doesn't have any screw holes to fit to the floor. Any ideas how to secure to the floor? Great video and what a help you have been.!!

[@vidpromjm]

In older houses they often set the pan on a bed of sand and cement but silicone is much more common now. If you leave it to fully cure before using no screws should be required

[@balasuriyage]

superb

[@aussiescall6522]

Do you get condensation dripping from cistern and collecting on the floor? We do and not sure how to combat it. Plus our flush pipe is going uphill from toilet

[@InfoZhedExplore]

Hi I am not a plumber so cannot comment on the direction of flush pipe. Condensation from cistern is to do with the difference in temperature of cold water filling cistern and warmth in your bathroom. Looks like you have a really warm bathroom 👍

[@aussiescall6522]

@@InfoZhedExplore thanks. Realised I made a typo and pipe is going uphill to toilet which doesn't seem right. I asked as seem to have same cistern and boxing as you do. Realise I need to ask a plumber. Ha. I may have a warm bathroom but I've got a soaking wet bottom of that boxing in 😃

[@GC-wj6ni]

Can you remember where you bought the pipe?

[@InfoZhedExplore]

Hi, I bought it from a local plumbing supplies shop. I took the old piece in and asked for a new one. Hope this helps.

[@MrSupaboff]

@@InfoZhedExplore Have also bought one from B&Q

[@CB-qy1bb]

Where did the units come from? Need to replace my Mums but all the units Ive seen seem to have a single panel with only the top accessible....making it v.difficult to fix the flush pipe, should it ever leak.

[@InfoZhedExplore]

Hi, units came from Victoria Plumbing.

[@antoniogalluccio4213]

If the plumber didn't wanna buy another flush pipe he could have added a 30mm wood board behind the cistern. Or just turn it the other way around and stick to the opposite wall. These people are cowboys.

[@songhong5482]

Great video, thank you

[@simonpoole1492]

How far into the pan do you push the pipe through the flush cone?

[@InfoZhedExplore]

Mine is a tight fit. Pushed it in as far as will go so that it does not slip out. 👍

[@MrSmid888]

I had to use my phone to find and fix a leak today the exact same. Back in the day they maybe used a mirror or took the toilet out. I had no access panel it was screwed on ply and tiled, nightmare! Most nowadays you can lift the panels out. I don’t know why we’ve not invented a better system in toilets. Syphons don’t last, these grommets fail over time going brittle. 2022 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@MrSmid888]

To add, I was at another today and it’s ply, then 20yr old tiles, then respotex stuck on top, no clips or a way of removing without ripping the board off. I could do it but I’ve not all the tools and materials to put it back together if something is damaged. The joys of being a site maintenance man. I’ve suggested they get a plumber with a van full of tricks. But I’ve insisted they fit a Dudley Turbo that I can service from above in future. Murder!

[@MrSmid888]

To add, I was at another today and it’s ply, then 20yr old tiles, then respotex stuck on top, no clips or a way of removing without ripping the board off. I could do it but I’ve not all the tools and materials to put it back together if something is damaged. The joys of being a site maintenance man. I’ve suggested they get a plumber with a van full of tricks. But I’ve insisted they fit a Dudley Turbo that I can service from above in future. Murder!

[@ohyeh845]

Just what i needed, woke up this morning to a pool in the toilet.

[@InfoZhedExplore]

Glad it helped you 👍

[@awoodward37]

Such a great way to start the day! ("Just how drunk was I last night?")

[@Steve-wz5lx]

Well done, now stop playing with it 😂😂

[@thebestoflondon]

Where can I purchase the compressor and ring shown at 7:06 and the bung for the other end ?

[@InfoZhedExplore]

Hi Lisa, I’m not a plumber but would say your best bet is to walk into your nearest plumbers merchant and ask (just do a Google search for plumbing merchants near where you live) for the bits you need. If you have the old ones that are worn all well and good. If not take pictures and measurements as best you can so they understand what size you need. Most plumbers merchants are really helpful. Best not to bother with the likes of B&Q as they are useless and expensive. Hope that helps.

[@thebestoflondon]

​@@InfoZhedExplore Thanks

[@juliuscaesar3346]

💚💚👍

[@chrispreston4171]

U

[@thooney2934]

I’m a plumber. Good luck getting that crap done by you novices. Just have an emergency plumbers phone number to hand😂😂😂

[@OhhSooQuiikk]

It’s a rule, not a ruler

[@awoodward37]

I would be surprised to see King Charles fixing his loo! (As a rule, rulers rarely fix their own royal flushes.)