10 tips for choosing a toilet

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The first thing you need to pay attention to when choosing a toilet is its design. It depends on the features of the installation of the product and its further use.

Types of toilet bowls:

floor standing

They are fixed to the floor, do not require professional installation, so installation can be handled even at home. Floor products have a standard design, so they will harmoniously fit into absolutely any interior. Disadvantages: require a lot of space, inconvenient to maintain.

Attached

Their feature is a tank built into the wall, while the toilet itself is located on the outside. Advantages: high reliability, space saving, easy maintenance. A great choice for those who don't like the look of the toilet tank.

Suspended (toilet installations)

They are fixed to a concrete or brick wall, while the mounting system (installation) is located behind the false wall and is closed from prying eyes. To install a suspended product, one of the mounting methods is used: block or frame, while the second option is recognized as more reliable. Advantages of installation toilets: a stylish look, a hidden cistern, the ability to withstand up to 400 kg.

With a bidette

If the space for installing the toilet is limited, then the best solution would be to buy a model with a bidette. Its advantage is functionality, since it simultaneously combines the functions of a bidet and a toilet bowl.

Conclusion: if the area of ​​​​the toilet allows, we recommend opting for a modern hanging model. It is more expensive than other toilets and requires professional installation, but is much easier and more convenient to use.

The probability of splashing water over the sides of the toilet bowl, the efficiency of the drain, as well as the complexity of care depend on the bowl chosen. Kinds:

With a shelf (dish-shaped)

If all you want from a bowl is splash-free draining, then this is a great option. Keep in mind that models with a shelf are poorly washed, so dirt gradually accumulates on the walls and traces of rust appear. However, they completely prevent splashing of water and have a low price.

With a slope (visor)

The best choice for those who are worried about foreign odors. The visor bowl has a slope, which is located on the front or back wall (the choice depends on your preferences). It guarantees no splashing and good cleaning. Visor bowls perfectly mask odors, providing freshness in the toilet room.

With funnel

This form combines the main advantages of the above bowls: economical water consumption, excellent washing of the walls, masking odors. The only drawback is splashes, which some companies successfully eliminate by installing the Antisplash system.

Conclusion: funnel-shaped bowls are the best choice. However, before buying, make sure that the toilet you like is equipped with an “Anti-splash” system, which reduces the depth of the water and guarantees no splashing.

Water supply methods are one of the main criteria for choosing a toilet bowl. The lateral system is simple and reliable, while the likelihood of leakage is minimized. The lower method of water supply is chosen for the almost complete absence of noise.

Conclusion: each of the systems has its own advantages, so decide for yourself: what is more important for you?

The quality or convenience of using the toilet bowl does not depend on the chosen system of draining water. The only thing you need to be guided by is the sewerage scheme in your house or apartment.

Types of systems through which water is released:

oblique

Their feature is that the drain is carried out at an angle. Manufacturers offer models with oblique or horizontal outlet. Choosing the second option, be prepared for the need for complicated toilet installation work: you will need to install a corrugated pipe. Oblique drain, as a rule, is equipped in houses of old construction.

Vertical

With this type of drain, all water goes under the floor. Vertical release is usually found in Stalinist high-rise buildings.

Horizontal

Its feature is the output of water to the wall.This drain is found in most new toilets and is installed in almost all modern homes.

Conclusion: the choice of type of descent depends on the characteristics of your sewer, so be sure to familiarize yourself with them before going to the store.

Manufacturers offer toilet bowls with direct and circular drain. The level of water consumption depends on the system chosen, and, as a result, the figure in the receipt from the water supply company.

With a direct drain, water flows along the back wall of the toilet in a powerful stream. This system is easy to use and ensures that all contaminants are removed. Disadvantages: does not wash the entire bowl completely, consumes a lot of water, over time, traces of rust form on the walls.

With a circular drain, the product is washed around the entire perimeter, while the flows can have a different direction: cascade (static flush) or angular. By choosing the second option, you can minimize the maintenance of the toilet bowl, since this drain creates a water funnel that easily flushes away any dirt.

Conclusion: the best choice is a toilet with a circular descent. However, keep in mind that if the water is too hard, then the channels through which it flows will often become clogged.

The next thing you need to decide is the type of drain system. We recommend paying attention to the design: the simpler it is, the more convenient it is to use. Before buying, it is important to make sure that all parts of the system are on sale and if they fail, there will be no problems with the search.

Control types:

• Single button. When you press it, all the water in the toilet is poured out of the toilet bowl. The most common option;
• Double button.When pressed, only 50% of the water from the tank will be used. The most economical option;
• "Stop mode". When the button is pressed again, the drain stops, an excellent solution that allows you to regulate the flow of water.
• Touchpad. It is not required to touch the button if it is available, it is enough to bring your hand to the switch to start the descent of water.

Conclusion: if your financial capabilities allow, then opt for touch control, recognized as the most convenient and hygienic.

Various materials are used for the manufacture of toilet bowls. When choosing, we recommend that you focus only on the size of the allocated budget and your own preferences.

Main materials:

Faience

Toilet bowls made from it are of low cost, so they are suitable for those customers whose budget is limited to a small amount. Its only drawback is its high porosity, which makes it much more difficult to care for the product. Pros: Durability, impressive selection of designs and colors, moisture resistance.

Porcelain

One of the strongest and most durable materials. By following the easy rules of operation, you can be sure that the porcelain toilet bowl will serve you for 50 years and even more. This material does not absorb water, so rusty streaks and marks do not form on the walls and lid.

Stainless steel

It is used for the manufacture of toilet bowls, which are then installed in public places. Their distinctive feature is high strength, so even under regular loads they retain their original properties.

Cast iron

Very cheap toilet bowls with uncomfortable seats are made from it. If the store convinces you that the cast iron is covered with a special enamel and therefore is no different from previous models, do not believe it. The enameled layer quickly collapses and does not perform the declared functions at all.

Conclusion: the most durable and convenient option is a porcelain toilet, but if your budget is limited, then opt for faience products. They are presented in the lines of most manufacturers and in appearance are almost indistinguishable from those made of porcelain.

The cisterns are usually sold separately, but match the design of the toilet within a series from the same manufacturer. There are the following types:

• hinged,
• embedded,
• ceiling.

The volume of tanks varies from 4 to 6 liters. If the toilet bowls are equipped with a double drain, then various combinations can be found: 2 and 4 liters, 4 and 6 liters, etc. The higher these indicators, the higher the water consumption. As for the shape of the tank, we recommend choosing the simplest designs. They are more durable, and the resulting breakdowns can be quickly eliminated on their own, avoiding unnecessary repair costs.

The design of the toilet bowl is an important factor in its choice, with which everyone is determined independently. However, there are several nuances that are important to consider in order to make the right purchase:

• The form. There are square, rectangular, oval and round models. We recommend opting for rounded toilet bowls, which occupy a minimum of space and are easy to clean;
• Height. Before buying, make sure that the angle between the thigh and lower leg in the sitting position will be 90^about or less;
• Elevator. If the lid is equipped with a lift system, it will slowly lower without hitting the rim of the toilet;
• Soft seat. It, together with the lid, is selected separately, but we recommend that you pay attention to the models that are presented by the same manufacturer.

Conclusion: be sure to inspect the toilet immediately after delivery for chips, cracks and other defects.

Russian firms offer cast-iron toilets from 1,700 rubles, faience from 5,200 rubles, porcelain from 20,000 rubles. and higher. Products presented in the lines of foreign manufacturers with a stylish design and convenient operation will cost several times more.

Rating of the best manufacturers of toilet bowls:

• santek,
• IDDIS,
• Laufen,
• ido,
• Roca,
• Jacob,
• OSMiBT.

With our tips, you will be able to choose the perfect splatter-free toilet with a comfortable seat for your home or apartment!