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Heating & Boilers

A new domestic boiler is an expensive household purchase so it’s very important to make sure that you buy the right one for your home. Before buying a boiler it’s important that you do thorough research to consider the different boiler and fuel types, as well as understanding what can impact the efficiency of a boiler but also how it is controlled.

It would also be recommended to talk to an installer for advice, and remember to ensure that the installation is performed by a gas safe registered engineer and it is serviced every year.

Here at Wearside Plumbing Supplies, we have a superb central heating boilers range available from top manufacturers, recognised and trusted by the trade. All of boilers for sale are available for delivery or can be collected in branch and come in a range of kilowatts for you to choose from, so you are sure to find the one to meet your needs.

To compliment your heating system you need a range of radiators with a BTU suitable for the size of the room.

Check out a selection of our Boilers & radiators below or give us a call for advice on 0191 5103993.

Tools & Materials

In order to carry out your profession or to make that DIY job a lot easier we have a range of plumbing tools and materials to suit your needs.

We have listed a range of our most popular brands and best sellers for you to browse for our full range visit a branch near you or call 0191 5103993.

Plastics & Plumbing Pipe

Why use plastic plumbing?

Plastic plumbing components offer a wide range of advantages compared to traditional materials such as copper. To meet changing demands innovative ranges of plastic plumbing systems continue to evolve to satisfy every project, specification and budget. Plastic plumbing systems are each designed to allow the specification of the right solution for the job. Push fit and press fit solutions are available in 10mm, 15mm, 22mm and 28mm.

Though each range is specially designed for specific plumbing applications, they all share one thing – no specialist welding or soldering skills needed, safe and near-instant jointing is made easy. Plus, there’s no mess, no costly consumables and less chance of theft as no copper is used in their manufacture.

Why use copper plumbing?

Copper is one of the most commonly used materials for water pipes in Europe. It is durable and recyclable, which means that using copper piping for water pipes will not deplete copper supplies and has a lower impact on the environment than some other choices, like PVC. While the initial cost of copper water pipes may be higher, its durability makes it an excellent long-term value. Copper pipes are lightweight and very malleable, so they are easy for plumbers to work with. They are also easier to customise and fit onsite. Minimal tools are needed to fit copper pipe and it can be joined with simple solders.

These factors make copper water pipe simpler and quicker to install. In areas with neutral-pH water, copper pipes resist corrosion by forming a thin protective coating inside of the pipe and keep their structural integrity well. This allows for a smaller-diameter pipe with maximum consistent water flow. Thinner walls are also needed with copper pipe than other types of pipe. These factors help keep the cost of copper pipe lower and can make it a better value.

Copper pipe conducts heat well, so the pipes get warm during exposure to hot water and stay warm. This helps keep hot water at a consistent temperature as it travels through the house. Copper’s conductivity makes it the perfect choice for radiant heating systems that pump hot water through the floors to heat a room. It has natural anti-microbial properties that help kill harmful bacteria and pathogens. Also, copper pipes inhibit the growth of bacteria and slime inside the pipes that can lead to illness. The prohibitive effects on diseases such as E-coli O157, polio virus, and Legionella pneumophilia (the cause of Legionnaire’s disease), among other harmful bacteria, have all been tested. Unlike iron, lead and PVC pipes, copper pipes do not leech dangerous metals or toxins into drinking water under most conditions.

Silicones & Sealants

There are many different types of Silicones, Sealants and Adhesives, you need to use the right product for the right job.

These products are designed to make the job successful whilst remaining aesthetically pleasing. Silicone sealant is a liquid form of adhesive. Typically, it looks, feels, and acts like a gel. It has a different chemical make-up from other organic polymer-based adhesives. Unlike other adhesives, silicone keeps its elasticity and stability in both high and low temperatures giving it flexibility. Silicones have special properties compared to other adhesives based on organic polymers because silicones have a different chemical backbone. They remain highly elastic at low temperatures, -100oF (-75°C), and also have very good temperature stability; up to 390oF (200°C) continuous exposure and up to 575oF (300°C) for short periods. The properties of silicones remain virtually unchanged over this temperature range. Silicones are nearly inert to chemicals and have excellent resistance to moisture and weathering. Bonds made with silicones can, however, only be subjected to relatively small mechanical loads. That is why they are chiefly used as sealants and not adhesive. Due to their low surface tension they cannot be painted. They are used for bonding metal when the low bond strength is offset by the higher flexibility and resistance to low temperatures.

To get further advice about what silicone, sealant or adhesive you need call us today on 0191 5103993.

Bathroom Products

From Contract Suites to State of the Art Designer Sanitaryware we can provide it all. A selection of our best selling, quality brassware and sanitaryware is available for you to browse below. Improving your bathroom may add value to your home and make it easier to sell. From Contemporary to Traditional our Showrooms have displays to suit all budgets and tastes.