Is enclosed toilet cistern lid necessary?

Discussion in 'Plumbers' Talk' started by John Hardaker, Jan 13, 2020.

  1. John Hardaker

    John Hardaker New Member

    Just had a new concealed toilet cistern installed. Is it necessary to put the lid on the cistern tank as my plumber has fitted the tank too high, so with the plastic lid on the cistern the lid on the cabinet lid doesn't fit without forcing. So he said the lid on the cistern isn't necessary?.
     
    John Hardaker, Jan 13, 2020
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  2. Jitender

    Jitender Screwfix Select

    The whole point of a concealed cistern is that conceals all the cistern and associated pipework.

    I would get the plumber back to rectify.
     
    Jitender, Jan 13, 2020
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  3. Jimbo

    Jimbo Screwfix Select

    The lid prevents evaporation causing damp in the void.
     
    Jimbo, Jan 13, 2020
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  4. darren jackson

    darren jackson Member

    hi john
    the lid should always be fitted, as per jimbo reply,
    it always good working practise to fit the lid so is setting out your work,
    so get your plumber back i would say it is sub standard,
    manufactures supply the lid for a good reason
    good luck
     
    darren jackson, Jan 13, 2020
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  5. Heat

    Heat Screwfix Select

    If you are embarrassed to tell the plumber he is at fault, then ring the cistern manufacturer or supplier and get them to confirm the lid must be fitted. Then use their wording to your plumber.
     
    Heat, Jan 13, 2020
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  6. wiggy

    wiggy Screwfix Select

    I have a concealed cistern with no lid. It has not been a problem in 10 years
     
    wiggy, Jan 14, 2020
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