Why do UK bathrooms have 2 pin plugs?
Why do UK bathrooms have 2 pin plugs? In the UK, you can often find two-pronged sockets in bathrooms; the idea of these is that they offer a lower voltage than standard three-pronged sockets, so are safer to use for charging lower-powered devices.
Why are British plugs so big?
To save copper, Britain adopted the ring main system, with sockets connected sequentially, but this meant each connection needed its own fuse. Instead of putting the fuses in the sockets, they were included in the plugs themselves. Hence the UK's bigger plugs.
Why do British plugs have 3 pins?
The longer earth pin ensures that the earth path is connected before the live pins, and that it remains connected until after the live pins are disconnected. The earth pin is too large to be inserted into the line or neutral sockets by mistake.
Is it illegal to have a toilet without sink UK?
UK bathrooms do not have sinks. Sinks are found in kitchens and utility rooms. Bathrooms usually have a basin in them, but it is not a legal requirement. Some bathrooms do not even have a bath, they just have a shower.