How to Install a Bathroom Extractor Fan - Complete DIY Guide Made Easy

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In this DIY guide i will be showing you how to install a bathroom extractor fan. I will take you through the process step by step and we will cover everything from extractor fan wiring to duct and vent installation. You will learn how to wire up a fan isolation switch and so much more in this one video. If you like the video then leave a like, please subscribe for more content like this and check out the other videos on my channel.
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@TheDIYGuy1 29 күн бұрын

This one was tough to film, hope you find it useful. Please sub if you like the content 😊

@abdoaiman 28 күн бұрын

Working in lofts is the worst believe me.. All the hard work & effort is Much much appreciated. ❤

@muffinbubble 26 күн бұрын

Appreciate all the efforts. Definitely sound from down near my way (Norwich).

@RB-xg2vz 29 күн бұрын

One tip I picked up for CRJ Electrical channel is to put rubber grommets (the type you use in metal back boxes) under the 4 mounting points of the fan and then screw the fan down - reduces vibration noise.

@TheDIYGuy1 29 күн бұрын

Sounds like a great tip that and something I’ve never done 👍

@freddieleethompson3536 29 күн бұрын

I do the same but use tap washers.

@bobbeats 25 күн бұрын

Do you understand how an AV mount works? What he does with the grommets achieves nothing, still amazing what useless information you can find on YT

@kuk3411 23 күн бұрын

You can also take two pieces of ply screw the first to a joist and attach the second on top with beaded silicone lowers the amount of vibrations through to the joist

@schmutzlibuab 23 күн бұрын

It's almost like you know what I need to do in our house! 🤣 Another brilliant and easy to follow guide. Thank you DIY King 👑

@FatherJHackett 29 күн бұрын

I've had the same fan since we bought our house 7 years ago. It's in the attic... in the box it came in, yet to be installed. Maybe after watching this, I'll finally install the bloody thing! 😂

@TheDIYGuy1 29 күн бұрын

Hah do it! 😊

@lifter98 13 күн бұрын

Same here, only - 4-yrs though..

@GardenreetLighting 27 күн бұрын

I loved how you covered everything from start to finish! 😊 Whether it's wiring up a fan isolation switch or installing the ductwork, you left no stone unturned.

@TheDIYGuy1 27 күн бұрын

Glad it was helpful! That was my plan 👍

@humayunahmed4955 4 күн бұрын

These videos make me want to do so much work to my house now 😭

@andyg00d 18 күн бұрын

Found this in my feed literally two minutes after my new Manrose fan was delivered... Google knows me too well! 😆 Some info on condensation traps would be great, but very comprehensive video, great job!

@ppeaster 7 күн бұрын

I used this video to finally replace our rubbish noisy old fan with the Manrose inline model you fitted. Really happy with it - much more powerful and so quiet. Thanks for giving me the impetus to get it done as it's been annoying me for years.

@TheDIYGuy1 7 күн бұрын

Glad to have helped out!

@jeffjeffjeff2 24 күн бұрын

Fitted one of these manrose fans a couple of years ago and it's so much better than the small inline fan type as you say. My only regret is not upgrading the ducting at the same time to the insulated type. I'll have to get a handyman to do it now as access is so poor into my eaves. Good video and you've got +1 subscriber from me. Cheers

@simonpartridge9683 29 күн бұрын

Thanks for showing this, I've got one to install completely and one to put an external vent on.

@TheDIYGuy1 29 күн бұрын

Glad I could help 😊

@freddieleethompson3536 29 күн бұрын

Literally just fitted two of these on my current job. I always recommend these to my customers.

@TheDIYGuy1 29 күн бұрын

Deffo a great fan 👍

@DTech101 29 күн бұрын

I always use ridged pipe stops turbulence and the build up mould in the duct. You said hard to find a fan with that extraction rate but for my downstairs bathroom fan installed over the shower area ridged ducting under the floor board this is the answer Airflow iCON60 Circular Extractor Fan for Large Bathroom, Utility Room or Kitchen 280mhr/78 ls but it’s a beast! PS I would get a humidity sensor wired up they do one that will work with that fan works good 👍🏾

@phillipmedinarepairdcmotor835 28 күн бұрын

Thank you very much man you have me so much I have a brass pipe I transfer to pvc I was kind of confused and I know what to do I was watching too many videos and you are the only one number one

@CB-DW 26 күн бұрын

Installed one of these 2 years ago. So much more efficient than the usual extractors and quieter too!

@TheDIYGuy1 26 күн бұрын

Absolutely 👍

@deanwellerassociates 29 күн бұрын

Very made and edited video. Just what I needed to explain this type of install to my son, I bet he will listen to you far better than for me. Cheers. Time for a cold one.

@TheDIYGuy1 29 күн бұрын

I appreciate that! Show him and I hope it helps him too!

@JW-bp9uw 26 күн бұрын

Great Vid!! Did the same and also included a Back Draught Shutter

@LOTFEE 26 күн бұрын

Too job .. just what I need .. many thanks

@Allsystemsaredown 26 күн бұрын

Great video! The explanation of the wiring was fantastically clear. Top marks!

@TheDIYGuy1 26 күн бұрын

Glad you liked it! Thanks

@lukeclarke1743 24 күн бұрын

Really well explained and great video . Top job mate

@terrywalker4733 28 күн бұрын

Great job done, I know what it’s like working in a loft with loft insulation. Many thanks for the detailed video.

@TheDIYGuy1 28 күн бұрын

Thanks. It’s tough especially with a camera 😆

@dalegreenuk 26 күн бұрын

Been putting off replacing my dying fan for a while but it was getting closer! Perfectly timed. Purchased my first house recently and your videos have been insanely helpful. Thank you. :)

@TheDIYGuy1 26 күн бұрын

Glad to help 😊

@FLOSSYTREADWELL 27 күн бұрын

BRILLIANT! Thank you!

@TheDIYGuy1 27 күн бұрын

You're welcome!

@ianfaulds8799 27 күн бұрын

Great informative video thanks, one of my summer jobs fit loft lighting and a new shower fan and youve covered both in detail thanks so much.

@TheDIYGuy1 27 күн бұрын

Awesome, thank you!

@cgo225 27 күн бұрын

Thanks for the vid..... I've just had my new extractor fitted used solid tubing with a slight fall to the outside vent to drain any condensation to the outside, also added rubber grommets under the fan to minimise vibration, plus removed the flyscreen to prevent build up of fluff/dust and added a backdraught flap which keeps the bathroom draught-free especially in winter.

@TheDIYGuy1 27 күн бұрын

👍

@phillipmedinarepairdcmotor835 28 күн бұрын

I just want to say thank you so much I was so confused and working in my bathroom right now and I don't know what to do thanks to you I want your video and I'm really happy because I have a brass 5 and I transfer to PVC thank you so much

@MiteshParmar 29 күн бұрын

We just our roof done and install a roof vent tile. Made a big difference the air goes straight up and out. No fiddly bends like before for us.

@TheDIYGuy1 29 күн бұрын

Nice one 👍

@christycullen2585 29 күн бұрын

Great video, I know how hard work is in attics, well explained

@TheDIYGuy1 29 күн бұрын

Thanks, it really was a tough one so thanks for acknowledging that.

@robertd-dh8qm 29 күн бұрын

i wish you lived near me . a good tradesman is hard to find. Love watching your videos 👍

@TheDIYGuy1 29 күн бұрын

Thanks, appreciate the support

@robertkerby2581 15 күн бұрын

I really liked your easily digestible KZfaq video! Well done, Sir!

@TheDIYGuy1 15 күн бұрын

Thank you very much!

@willwoodvine143 27 күн бұрын

I installed the Timer version of the Manrose fan over the shower and also have an always on version (set to lowest speed) in the main part of the bathroom. Did this late last year and we've had no issues with condesnation, mould or "lingering smells" :) Must admit I'm surprised at how quiet these fans are, no need for anti-vibration measures at all.

@dougle03 24 күн бұрын

Now I know the manual shows flexible ducting but.... Air ducting is always better when the inside of the duct is smooth. For such a short run I'd have been using 4" tube with an insulated wrapper. the rough surface in flexible ducting slows down the air travel, it causes turbulence and reduces the efficiencies of the fan. Perhaps not a problem for this install since it's a short run, but worth using a couple of lengths of tube between flexible angle joints. Cracking video, and I could feel your pain filming in that heat... 👍👍

@flyingwhiteindian 19 күн бұрын

I dont understand why the tube has to be insulated - isnt it just taking the air outside. What does the insulation achieve/

@dougle03 19 күн бұрын

@@flyingwhiteindian In the winter if the duct was not insulated it would get very cold and the steam would condensate in the duct before getting outside which is not desirable.

@narrowboatlongpod4176 12 күн бұрын

@@flyingwhiteindian Condensation forms and runs back inside. You can get traps to take this away but it's not usually practical.

@deens4040 27 күн бұрын

Very useful video.. Thank you so much..

@TheDIYGuy1 27 күн бұрын

Welcome 😊

@jonstobart4619 26 күн бұрын

These fans need fusing down which I did via a spur with a 3a fuse, I didn’t realise that you could get a fused isolator. Live and learn. Great video

@neiltrevatt 25 күн бұрын

Did you have a fan with a timer if so how did you fuse both sw & permanent live

@rss112 12 күн бұрын

Top video mate! Just what i was looking for! Might of been worth adding that the door for the bathroom should be cut back to allow air flow. But over all great video. I will be installing one of these in the summer.

@thejoneseys 22 күн бұрын

This video is perfectly timed, I'm ripping out my ensuite and redoing the builders garbage effort (many things wrong including leaks) and I'm putting one of these fans in at the same time 👍

@TheDIYGuy1 22 күн бұрын

Glad I could help!

@DjGiluk 24 күн бұрын

Great job 👍🏻 helpful wiring diagram, reminds me of your older wiring videos 👌🏻

@TheDIYGuy1 24 күн бұрын

Thanks as always 😊

@darrenevans5049 29 күн бұрын

Superb detail😊

@TheDIYGuy1 29 күн бұрын

Thanks a lot 😊

@johnny71c 27 күн бұрын

You are inspiring me to do the same in my bathroom. I have a wall mounted Envirovent and still have the same issue with condensation on the walls window and mirror

@TheDIYGuy1 27 күн бұрын

👍 go for it. Wall fans aren’t the best

@MadDog_Rules 9 күн бұрын

Thanks!

@TheDIYGuy1 9 күн бұрын

Thanks to you too 👍

@jsouto77 25 күн бұрын

Great video. It would be nice to have a humidistat option with maybe a wireless humidistat possibly but I suppose this could also be possible with a bit of ingenuity.

@danielhopwood5985 29 күн бұрын

good job 👍

@TheDIYGuy1 29 күн бұрын

Thanks 👍

@richardlphillips 29 күн бұрын

Great video 👍🏼

@TheDIYGuy1 29 күн бұрын

Thanks 👍

@Tony-ds2nm 29 күн бұрын

Great video mate

@TheDIYGuy1 29 күн бұрын

Thanks 👍

@pel787 29 күн бұрын

Good to see you using insulated ducting

@TheDIYGuy1 29 күн бұрын

👍

@knottstarr 6 күн бұрын

What is the purpose of the insulated ducting over normal flexible plastic ducting? Thanks

@pel787 6 күн бұрын

Condensation

@kn4cc755 15 күн бұрын

Independent of this video, I installed a similar fan about a year ago. It works well. Too well. With it at maximum speed (mine is variable), it is louder than a 747 on a short takeoff roll.

@TheDIYGuy1 15 күн бұрын

They are good. The sound is more air suction sound rather than fan vibration

@theblower069 29 күн бұрын

thank you very much for this video this is something we need in our house as it doesn`t have an extractor in our bathroom. i will need an electriction though as i`m not competant enough to do the electrical work. a very good video. thank you.

@TheDIYGuy1 29 күн бұрын

Glad to help. Definitely give an electrician a shout 😊

@theblower069 29 күн бұрын

@@TheDIYGuy1 I will and costing out the parts isn`t that much. once again thanks

@MarcusT86 29 күн бұрын

Great video buddy. Really helpful.

@TheDIYGuy1 29 күн бұрын

Glad to help 👍

@rajTrondhjem10 24 күн бұрын

Excellent 👌🏼

@TheDIYGuy1 24 күн бұрын

Thank you! Cheers!

@antonyporter5045 28 күн бұрын

great video cheers

@TheDIYGuy1 28 күн бұрын

Thank you! Cheers!

@VINSCOT5 27 күн бұрын

Another Informative video🤓🤓🤓

@TheDIYGuy1 27 күн бұрын

Glad you think so!

@rehmancricket 17 күн бұрын

Great video ❤❤

@TheDIYGuy1 16 күн бұрын

Thank you!!

@gore5542401 28 күн бұрын

Lovely video, keep up the good content.

@TheDIYGuy1 28 күн бұрын

Thank you! Will do!

@shmink2 8 сағат бұрын

The internal plastic of the ducting I personally like to electrical tape that onto the fan and vents. It gets a nice air tight seal and then I'll push the rest of the ducting over that (insulation and out sheet) and then zip tie that to just minimise it moving.

@shanewarnes7339 29 күн бұрын

Great video again dude. Keep up the good work. Shane

@TheDIYGuy1 29 күн бұрын

Thanks! Will do!

@simonbeasley989 26 күн бұрын

I fitted one a few years ago, those fans are brilliant. The bathroom had mould when I bought it as the builders in 2005 fitted a pathetic mains fan in the ceiling nowhere near the shower and bodged the ducting and I swear it couldn't hold a sheet of toilet paper up because I tried it! The Manrose can hold a flattened toilet roll middle up! And instead of motor vibration the main noise is the rather more pleasant whoosh of airflow.

@TheDIYGuy1 26 күн бұрын

Absolutely 👍

@julian-fricker 26 күн бұрын

You got yourself a sweaty subscribe!

@TheDIYGuy1 26 күн бұрын

Haha thanks a lot 😊

@RogerHolden 25 күн бұрын

I've installed one of these, but only after first buying the version without a timer - so be aware that that exists. It didn't even cross my mind that they wouldn't have a timer, thus didn't check the spec, like you wouldn't check the spec of a car to check it has a steering wheel! Screwfix brilliant as ever and exchanged it for the (more expensive) timer version. I've also turned mine down to the lowest power setting as thats fine, and it was surprisingly noisy on medium or high.

@slowridr 28 күн бұрын

We had the same setup fitted in our new en-suite recently, it’s outstanding and going to do the same in our new bathroom. Wiring it up is a bit confusing for me though, a job for the spark!

@TheDIYGuy1 28 күн бұрын

Definitely worth it 👍

@Pete.Ty1 29 күн бұрын

👍👍👍. Thank you

@TheDIYGuy1 29 күн бұрын

Welcome 👍

@cprog 29 күн бұрын

how to electrical wiring is my interest, Thanks!

@TheDIYGuy1 29 күн бұрын

You are welcome

@youthfulrider407 28 күн бұрын

Just a tip for the less powerful fans, with the duct work I would always recommend using solid ductwork as opposed to flexi. Better air flow, less resistance, less dirt and bacteria captured over time, Also undercut the door to allow make up air.

@TheDIYGuy1 28 күн бұрын

👍 thanks for sharing

@stuartday1876 28 күн бұрын

Just used the exact same fan for our bathroom, the performance is amazing. I used solid pipe from the fan out through the gable end, just because I worried about moisture pooling inside a long flexi pipe. I have a small drop on the solid pipe, so it's all downhill to the gable vent.

@stuartday1876 28 күн бұрын

P.S. the electrics blow my mind, but luckily I have a brother in law who is a sparks who broke it down into simple instructions😂

@TheDIYGuy1 28 күн бұрын

Yeah if you’ve a long run it was probably the best way 👍. Nice work

@kame19862 27 күн бұрын

The sweat alone is worth a like… ahahah…. I liked.

@TheDIYGuy1 26 күн бұрын

Haha cheers!

@KJMarchelak 22 күн бұрын

TOP VID AND INSTALL. Can we use this install in a cubicle approx 90cm x 9cm with standard ceiling construction?

@jsb7429 4 күн бұрын

Good video. I fitted one except the fan on the joist causes vibration. Tried mats and rubber under fan, no difference. Finally had to hang it from the rafters with chains. Fan sits on a board like a swing.

@gmeadowcroft84 6 күн бұрын

Cracking vid mate. Really well installed. One point though that is a safety issue. The wiring between the fan and the 3 pole switch should have a 3 amp fuse installed. I’m not sure why this is as to me it’s a bit pointless but 90% of manufacturers state that it has to be there in the installation guid. Please don’t think I’m being a keyboard warrior as that was a cracking install you did there just a point I picked up that’s all.

@TheDIYGuy1 5 күн бұрын

Cheers 👍

@samashevs 28 күн бұрын

"inshulation" this vid was really helpful thanks!!

@TheDIYGuy1 28 күн бұрын

Glad it helped!

@IAINoodle 29 күн бұрын

Is it possible to do the same set up but to also have a humidistat that triggers the fan as well as the light switch and overrun feature?

@ef7480 23 күн бұрын

An observation- the Wago 221 connectors should be used with the Wago 221-4 junction box with the 3 compartments to be maintenance free (although yours is accessible in the loftspace). The Wago box with the 2 compartments at the end like yours is for the 772 and 333 connectors for a maintenance free connection, just in case someone uses the wrong combination and hides it under floorboards or in a wall. The 2 compartment box can be converted to MF with inserts from Wago👍

@ShedTV 27 күн бұрын

We use the Ventaxia version of these where I work in a theatre to pump smoke onto the stage. They're more expensive but much quieter.

@TheDIYGuy1 27 күн бұрын

👍

@jparky1972 29 күн бұрын

Nice video and very well explained regarding the wiring. I'm sure I read somewhere that you shouldn't put extractor fan inlets and smoke detectors in the corners of rooms due to how air flows in a room.

@TheDIYGuy1 29 күн бұрын

👍 thanks, never had a problem myself with this position but I’d like to hear if anyone has.

@GretatheEvilGremlin 28 күн бұрын

Smoke detection should be 1M in from walls where possible and installed flat, as smoke rolls. Extract ventilation is sited more source specific, like over baths/toilets, in front of cooking areas etc.

@gwarski 27 күн бұрын

By putting the valve in the corner you do restrict the air flow, however in this scenario the difference would be negligible

@Participant616 28 күн бұрын

Hey DIY Guy, would you recommend an inline non return backdraft shutter thing with these Manrose fans, or is it unnecessary?

@fredblogges 25 күн бұрын

How did you get the 4 core from the fan into the back of the fan isolation switch, did you drill up from the back of the back box?

@MrBinabanana 24 күн бұрын

Great video, but one little thing worth mentioning is that any electrical requirement in the installation instructions for any accessory need to be adhered to in order for the installation to be compliant with wiring regulations, and most of these shower fans call for 3A fusing on both the permanent and live cores - so the usual 6A MCB for the lighting radial isn't sufficient for compliance. I usually install a separate single backbox next to the isolator with a 2-way grid plate containing two fuse holders fitted with 3A fuses. It's an added expense and arguably overkill, but technically needs to be done in order to make the installation 100% compliant.

@joselarrarte6964 3 күн бұрын

I installed a nice no noise fan. However, since the existing duct was smaller, I made an adaptation and it makes a lot of noise. Not because of the fan but because of the muffling effect. Do you have a video of how to replace duct? I will need to replace the duct so it will be a fine job.

@nocillaconqueso 19 күн бұрын

can I do this as a diyer under the P certification, or do I need an electrician? I'm not totally sure because it is a bathroom, and not sure if the new wiring is considered as new circuit. Excellent video anyway, I just bought my first home, and I suscribed to your channel as it is really useful

@BALLOOROOM 29 күн бұрын

Very clear explanations, thanks that's not easy to do. I might be able to fit a soffit vent if I can remove one brick from the top of the 9" solid wall in-between roof rafters otherwise the gap between the roof and wall is too narrow and would constrict the air flow. Are tile vents reliable or problematic, I recall you mentioning a condensation trap is needed, but do tile vents typically leak or cause other issues after some years? The gable end is solid wall so not as easy and would need a long run of ducting which probably would reduce performance. Any advice/recommendations appreciated, I really would like an in-line fan if I can get around the obstacles.

@TheDIYGuy1 29 күн бұрын

Thanks. Tile vents are fine if done correctly. But they involve some work! They cause issues if no condensation trap is used otherwise should be fine. Could you solid duct to your gable end? That may be a solution

@BALLOOROOM 29 күн бұрын

@@TheDIYGuy1 I should of said the loft is boarded and used for storage so unfortunately not a straight run of ducting it would need to go round the perimeter so at least two 90 degree bends and at least 9 metres long as it's the other side of the house. I'm guessing the fan would struggle and I'd need to wrap the solid ducting to insulate it.

@surya2089 17 күн бұрын

Hi can we use some other things for ducting ?

@jonron4729 29 күн бұрын

Hi, thanks for the video, I did not notice you making any comment on the type of fan you must use depending on the zone in the bathroom you have the fan sited.

@GretatheEvilGremlin 28 күн бұрын

Zoning is for electrical equipment mounted in a given zone. He's not installed any electrical equipment in a zone.

@johnadams1976 27 күн бұрын

if only those fans could connect to a smart home system.... combined with a humidity sensor in the bathroom... the overrun could then be controlled by the humidity in the room and not just a fixed timer. Great vid as always.

@TheDIYGuy1 27 күн бұрын

Great point! Thanks

@David-dz8jb 24 күн бұрын

I recently fitted a inline bathroom fan and fused it down to 3a as per manufacturers instructions (this is their get out clause in case of problems) you could make up a multi gang switch plate to fuse both line and switch line together with a three pole isolater but it gets a bit over the top and messy. The best solution I found was fit a smart switch cheap as chips which is linked to Alexa and I find this the very best for complete control over overrun I just ask Alexa to switch on the fan and on it goes for 20 minutes you can alter the settings by just asking Alexa “ turn on fan for xx minutes” and of course you don’t need to have the fan running at all for a trip to the loo at 3am. Probably not the best solution for a enclosed bathroom where I would guess a light linked fan would be required but in my situation this works the best.

@Gixer750pilot 27 күн бұрын

After securing to a board, i suspended the fan on bungees to stop any noise coming through . Did you not need a back fraught eliminator or is there in already in the fan ?

@qkayani 24 күн бұрын

Would having the vent above the shower not cause a cold draft coming down when showering , say if you don't put the lights on in winter? Would being slightly further from where you stand be better?

@Chief81 29 күн бұрын

Don’t want your bathroom being hoo-mid do you 😂 excellent vid as always 👍

@TheDIYGuy1 29 күн бұрын

Haha thanks 👌

@martinw245 29 күн бұрын

I only came here to see who commented on "hoo-mid".

@ryanlangley06 28 күн бұрын

Love your videos mate! Constantly entertaining 🎉, just a quick one your soffit looks like AIB, if you’ve had them tested then fair enough but just for your health be sure because it’s a big killer. Keep the videos coming!

@TheDIYGuy1 28 күн бұрын

Thanks, Good point! But in this case it’s not asbestos. Will do thanks 👍

@ryanlangley06 28 күн бұрын

Ok that’s great 👍

@fakestreamer3890 27 күн бұрын

Agree with OP, maybe a quick warning about possible asbestos containing materials at the beginning? If it prevents 1 exposure it will be worth it imo?

@MuckSpreader99 27 күн бұрын

Instead of screwing fan onto board, place onto a pillow made of loft insulation and a plastic bag. This will provide sound and vibration isolation. Another way, given room and dependant on local conditions, is place the vent on the facia. This provides a straight through hose connection, unlike a soffit vent. Either way, make sure you drill between the rafters/trusses otherwise you'll be drilling the vent to find it blocked!

@LeiChat 26 күн бұрын

I would like to use a smart switch/relay to control the fan based on a humidity sensor, rather than having the switched live from the light switch. Do building regs require the isolator power to come from the light switch?

@delspark 26 күн бұрын

i felt the pain in the loft😓, i would of personally used a click mode fan isolator with fuse to meet the 3amp as per instructions and use this for the downlights too, normally mount the fan on the cheap rubber matt to lessen the noise. And don't forget RCD for cables in walls 👍

@stevemorbey 28 күн бұрын

Great video Cameron 👍 Whats your thoughts on that Little Giant ladder you were using? (For DIY use)

@TheDIYGuy1 28 күн бұрын

Thanks. The ladder is brilliant

@user-fv5iu2zj1s 20 күн бұрын

Is there a cover with a built in led light along with the exhaust

@RogerHolden 25 күн бұрын

Does that insulated ducting really make a difference?

@thegingebot 28 күн бұрын

Nice one! Out of interest how did you get the cable from the box you cut in up into the loft space?

@TheDIYGuy1 28 күн бұрын

There’s an airing cupboard behind the back box, drilled through into there and then up into the loft space. Alternatively I’d of just chased the wall out up to the ceiling.

@rj-66 15 күн бұрын

The fan isolator should be mounted in the loft next to the fan to comply with the uk wiring regulations bs7671.

@amazing451 29 күн бұрын

Hi Cameron great video as always, was wondering if you wanted to use the extractor without the light on, would a fused spur powered from the ring main be acceptable?

@TheRCBiker 29 күн бұрын

Yes- but a better option would be change your bathroom switch to a 2 gang. Have the lights on one switch, and the fan on another.

@amazing451 29 күн бұрын

@@TheRCBiker Thanks for the reply 👍

@MrWolze 25 күн бұрын

Awesome video ,I've been planning to do my own extractor fan in my bathroom .... Just one thing, do you treat or seal the plaster board ceiling after cutting the hole for the vent? I seen you put sealer on the vent guide but did you do anything to the actual plaster board?

@TheDIYGuy1 25 күн бұрын

Hi, glad you like it. No, nothing further done to the plasterboard

@ELECTRICLIFE4U 3 күн бұрын

👍👍👍👍

@xXJAY97Xx 29 күн бұрын

Great content, how long have you been in the building industry?

@TheDIYGuy1 29 күн бұрын

Thanks. I’ve been across a lot of different trades in different capacities but started renovating houses about 10 years ago.

@steve6375 25 күн бұрын

I use medium hard rubber spacer standoffs to mount the fan motor. It makes a massive difference to the noise because the board you screw it on acts as a sound board and amplifies the vibration. Easily available from Amazon, etc. Don't know why Manrose don't supply them in the first place!

@MO22731 28 күн бұрын

Thank you for the video. I am about to try DIY installing something quite similar myself :) The part which confused me a bit is, dont we need a back draft shutter?

@TheDIYGuy1 28 күн бұрын

Your welcome. In my experience you only need a backdraft shutter if your installing on a gable end, not normally needed on a soffit install

@MO22731 28 күн бұрын

@@TheDIYGuy1 ahh ok, thank you.

@narrowboatlongpod4176 12 күн бұрын

You may need a fly screen but back draft shouldn't be an issue in this case.

@AS-ng5pi 11 күн бұрын

Drill a hole from the attic to more easily locate the center of where you want the hole saw to cut.

@TheDIYGuy1 11 күн бұрын

Good idea that 👍

@jasonmershon3941 14 күн бұрын

Its interesting how you Brits do wiring. I would just put the fan on its own switch and be done with it. We’ve got timer switches to regulate what you refer to as overrun.

@narrowboatlongpod4176 12 күн бұрын

There's nothing to prevent fans being on their own switch in the UK. My house was built with separate switches for light and fan.

@thenexthobby 18 күн бұрын

I might need info on a condensation trap. I have 2 bathrooms that need this, but the bathrooms are stacked. In the main floor I could potentially exit through the brick house wall but kinda would prefer not to do so. Other options might be routing DOWN in the wall to basement, where I care much less about cutting a hole in the foundation wall near the ground outside. Or I could possibly snake the flex duct up and through the upstairs bathroom wall and into the attic and roof, same as for the upstairs bath. Not looking forward to any of it.