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Why should I invest in Rainwater Harvesting?

01 July 2014

Water is the most valuable natural resource on the planet! Although almost three-quarters of the globe is covered by water, the vast majority of it is unsuitable for drinking purposes...

What is the best shower pump for under £150?

30 June 2014

There is nothing quite as invigorating as standing under the water spray of a powerful shower. As the name suggests, your power shower should provide a much stronger water flow...

The World’s Most Expensive Bathrooms

27 June 2014

Looking for bathroom inspiration? If ultimate luxury is your goal, then check out some of these incredibly lavish bathrooms for ideas. They may be amongst the world's most expensive and...

The History of Central Heating

17 June 2014

Central heating systems are an integral part of every home. They heat the radiators that provide warmth during the winter. They heat the water that makes showering a pleasant...

Top 3 Shower Pump Ranges

13 June 2014

Most shower pumps are designed for domestic use, with the aim of boosting water pressure to between 1.0 and 4.0 bar. Often, a pump designed for multiple use in a larger house...

Shower Pump Installation Tips

10 June 2014

To ensure the ultimate showering experience, installing a shower pump is a must. There are a number of simple rules that need to be followed when you are carrying out...

Emergency Flood Contact List

06 June 2014

2014 has seen some of the worst flooding in the UK, with wettest winter in records dating to 1910, many homes and businesses where hit by flooding. Although winter may be...

5 Essential Steps for preventing flood damage

29 May 2014

Flooding can be a big problem for homeowners in certain parts of the UK as we've seen most recently with the disastrous floods at the start for 2014 and throughout the summer of 2013! With around...

8 Essential water conservation tips for homeowners

27 May 2014

Water is a scarce natural resource and there is increasing pressure on all of us to reduce water consumption in the home. Not only can this impact on our utility bills...

Q&A: Do I need a positive or negative shower head pump?

19 May 2014

One question the team at Anchor Pumps are asked when it comes to shower pumps, is the common confusion between negative or positive shower head pump. To help, we have...

Low Water Pressure Explained

24 April 2014

Pressure is the force by which water moves through a pipe and the measurement unit for pressure is the bar. One bar is equivalent to one atmosphere, the standard atmospheric...

How to Harvest Rainwater with Grundfos

18 March 2014

Water harvesting is a method of capturing rainwater running off rooftops, piping it to a storage tank or cistern and using it as non-potable water around the home or business...