BS 6465-3:2020

What is BS 6465-3 - Sanitary appliance installations about?

This revised British Standard is the third in a four-part series relating to the design of sanitary installations. This part recommends how to select, install and maintain various types of sanitary and associated appliances.

Who is BS 6465-3 - Sanitary appliance installations for?

• Designers
• Providers and installers of sanitary appliances
• Plumbers
• Building services
• Housing associations
• Assisted living providers
• Public bathroom providers including councils, public buildings, employers, sporting venues, transport infrastructure, retailers

Why should you use BS 6465-3 - Sanitary appliance installations?

The BS 6465 series was developed to provide invaluable guidance to those responsible for providing and designing bathrooms and sanitary spaces, as well as those who select and install sanitary ware. This part gives guidance on the selection of sanitary appliances, their installation, and their maintenance.

What’s changed in this update?

The standard was updated to reflect current practice and expectations.

• Revisions to other parts of BS 6465, along with relevant standards such as BS 8300 and BS EN 752, have been taken into account
• Changes in legislation within the UK and Europe have influenced the guidance provided
• New figures and text have been produced to explain the backflow prevention techniques needed for installations connected to UK water supplies
• New tables have been added to aid the selection of various items, including drainage systems and WCs
• Existing tables have been revised and often extended to cover new and emerging options as well as new legislation
• Additional guidance has been included to take into account advances in the use of electronics, tapwork, and other developments including waterless toilets