Toilets with a hidden cistern

Today we will talk about toilets with concealed cisterns. This is a very convenient type of sanitary ware for the simple reason that once installed, it takes up a minimum of space inside your toilet. Consequently, it leaves more space for the realization of design ideas, the installation of additional plumbing, any household appliances and so on.

Let's take a closer look at what this type of tank is.

The key nuances of the hidden cistern can include four things.

• Material. Concealed cistern is not like those familiar to us tanks, which we see on standard toilets. First of all, it is about the material used for its manufacture. Manufacturers use durable polyethylene, plastic.
• Shape. You all know what a toilet cistern is and how it usually looks. But in the case of hidden tanks, the situation is somewhat different. Such tanks resemble canisters, deprived only of a handle in their design. Such a canister has several holes to connect to the sewer, plumbing, plus special ears that allow you to fix the product inside the wall.
• Purpose. Such "canisters" are used in the case when it is necessary to install a floor or suspended type of toilet.
• Method of installation. Some models can be attached exclusively to strong, load-bearing walls, while for others even thinner partitions will suffice. About this we will talk a little later.

These types of toilets have serious advantages. In many respects, they are what led to the fact that concealed cisterns have gained such popularity in the market of sanitary equipment. More and more often consumers are inclined to this option.

The main advantages include.

1. High indicators of hygiene. The cistern accumulates most of the dust that settles in the toilet. Hiding the cistern in the wall, you get rid of the dust collector. Together with the cistern hide communications, unsightly pipes, supply lines and other spigots. Mud room becomes easy. Especially when it comes to suspended models.

2. Quiet operation. Being behind the wall, you practically do not notice the work of the tank when filling and draining the water.

3. Excellent ergonomics. Installation systems offer a great opportunity - to install toilets in different points of the rooms, to use for this purpose corners.

4. Attractive design. The tank often blatantly spoils the appearance of the room. Getting rid of it by installing it in the wall, you will create a more interesting, beautiful interior of the sanitary unit.

5. Reliable and long-lasting performance. The design of built-in tanks is developed very carefully, apply high-strength materials, reliable fittings. This allows for a long time not to worry about the effectiveness of the device. In the case of breakage of the fittings, it will be possible to get to it through the drain button. For situations with overfilling of the tank, the manufacturers have also provided protection - an outlet. Through it, the water will go into the sewer, and therefore you should not fear flooding of the apartment.

With all the advantages, the disadvantages of hidden tanks still exist. They are few, but it is worth paying attention to them.

1. Price. The cost of buying and especially installing it is quite high. It is a relatively new development, which is worth its money if only because it is much more reliable and efficient than analogues. You will have to pay for such an extensive list of advantages. Over time, the money spent begins to justify itself.

2. Installation. Independently install such a design is difficult, if you do not have the skills and at least minimal experience. In order not to complicate your life, as well as not to risk new plumbing, trust the installation work to professionals. Their services will have to pay, but you will be sure of the result.

Toilets that have a concealed cistern, divided into two main types:

• Attached;
• Suspended.

The device of each of them is different, so let's consider separately.

This is a monolithic design, which fits tightly to the wall with its body, thereby closing all available communications. The type of outlet plays a major role in the installation. The toilet should be chosen based on what kind of outlet is provided inside your sanitary unit.

Here do not use the standard tank. Instead, they use flat "canisters", which are hidden under the thickness of the wall. In contrast to the installation, attached toilets do not require special frames that hold the user. The tank is simply mounted in the wall and "covered" with cladding from drywall or other finishing materials.

Here we have already talked about the installation of a solid frame, which also includes fasteners for the cistern. The tank is mounted in this construction, creating a single unit.

There is a variant of the frame, which rests on the floor. It is relevant for those cases where the walls of the room are not strong and reliable enough.

It is desirable to entrust the installation of suspended models to professionals. But this does not prevent you from learning how this type of work is carried out.

1. It is necessary to buy a toilet bowl, a tank, as well as the installation system itself.
2. Determine the height that will be optimal for you and the rest of the family. As practice shows, the height of the location of the bowl in relation to the floor - 40 cm.
3. Carry out the installation, following the manufacturer's instructions. This can be a floor or wall-mounted system, the installation of which differ slightly from each other.
4. There are special pins on the frame, necessary for fixing the toilet bowl itself, as well as fixings to connect the plastic water tank.
5. In such a case, the most important thing is to choose the components competently, so that each element corresponded to the rest, not to have to perform complex work on the connection to the sewer or water supply.
6. After completing the installation, it will be necessary to cover the installation with plasterboard, facing it in accordance with the finishing materials that you use to repair the sanitary unit.

We have prepared for you only Two tips that experts consider the most important in the case of installation and operation of concealed cisterns toilet bowl. Therefore, pay special attention to them before you start doing the installation.

1. Filter coarse filter. Be sure to put it on the pipe, which performs the functions of the supply of liquid inside the tank. The device is not expensive, but it protects the valve from rapid wear and clogging. You do not have to conduct regular preventive maintenance, dismantle and reassemble the drain button over and over again.

2. Breakdowns are possible, even if there is a filter, used products of high quality. Plus preventive maintenance, which is mandatory for any plumbing system. All this causes the need to have access to the device. The drain button is not the best helper in this case, because it is difficult to work through it. Therefore, experts recommend making a special hatch of sufficient size in the false wall, which you perform after completing the installation. Having such access, you will not have problems with repair, prevention or replacement of components.

In this case, the most important recommendation all call a little different - the purchase of products of proven quality, in the reliability and durability of which there is no doubt. If you have decided to install the concealed version of the tank, then act competently, buy the product with the characteristics that will meet your requirements. It is not superfluous to consult with experts who deal with issues of installation. They can recommend good models for a reasonable amount. Don't be afraid to ask for advice on things you don't know much about.