Wall-hung toilet: Features of selection and installation

The sanitary unit of every house and apartment is necessarily equipped with a toilet bowl. But what kind? Today their variety is so great that it is not so easy to determine the choice. We will talk about suspended models, which have recently been in the greatest demand.

The wall-hung toilet is the result of the development of modern technologies in the field of sanitary ware. Such products allowed to solve many problems, as well as to implement a number of new design ideas. Therefore, they are found mainly in apartments and houses of young couples, those who keep up with the times and want to combine new trends with practicality.

The main advantages include:

• Easier cleaning process, because after the installation of plumbing, you do not have to struggle to get a rag to the corners, hard-to-reach places to clean the floor there;
• The floor can be heated, if necessary;
• You do not have to break the integrity of the floor tiles;
• Communications and even the cistern is hidden behind the wall, so the room becomes more aesthetic and pleasant appearance;
• The product can withstand a lot of weight, despite the apparent airiness of the sanitary ware.

But there are some disadvantages of such toilets:

1. Installing a built-in toilet requires a complete overhaul. Therefore, it is installed mainly when organizing a full-scale change of the apartment.
2. Installation price is slightly higher than the installation of a regular toilet, but there are a lot of additional costs, it will have to give more time to the issue.
3. It is necessary to pay for the plumbing, installation, as well as the work itself on their installation.
4. Such a system is not recommended to install with old houses, with old communications, because in order to gain access to them you will have to dismantle the wall to fix the malfunction.

This type of toilet has its own features and nuances of operation, repair and installation:

1. The upper faucet of the plumbing should be located approximately 40-45 cm from the floor.
2. The distance between the holes for fasteners comes in two types - 230 and 180 centimeters.
3. The button from the drain system is installed on the front or side of the tank panel. If you remove this key, you will be able to get to the internal fittings.
4. If the float fails, the design of the wall-hung toilet provides for a drain. Through it, the excess water goes into the bowl.
5. Almost every modern model of such a toilet is equipped with a system of economical flow of liquid. It comes in two types - with a double key or with one, the level of pressing on which regulates the volume of the flushed liquid.

There are three types of toilets, the main difference between which lies precisely in their size:

• The most compact in length models have a size of 52 cm. They are relevant in small bathrooms. But the most successful in terms of saving space are angular models;
• Average products have a length of 54-60 centimeters. Today they are the most popular, because they meet the needs of the average person;
• In the range of many manufacturers there are elongated models. Their size is about 72 cm. They are designed for people with disabilities, the elderly. But if you have children and the elderly at the same time in your house, such a toilet is not suitable for babies. Be sure to provide a stool for the child, so he did not fall into the bowl.

In addition, these toilets are distinguished by the type of installation, on which they are mounted:

• Floor-mounted. This type of installation can only be mounted on the floor;
• Angular. Made in the form of a prism, which allows you to perform a mount in the corner;
• Wall-mounted. Their frame is fixed on the wall and floor at the same time.

Many people are afraid to choose hanging models, because they are worried about their unreliability and inability to withstand a large weight of a large person.

In fact, these worries are in vain, as the apparent airiness is not real.

Given the current cost of utilities, the issue of plumbing savings has reached a whole new level. Not surprisingly, wall-hung toilets have been taken so seriously in an attempt to to achieve high flush efficiency while minimizing water loss.

As we've already noted, almost all modern wall-hung models are equipped with fluid-saving systems. В In normal mode, the toilet flushes 9 liters into the bowl, and in economy mode, it flushes half as much. Having a water meter in the house, you will quickly feel the difference in water consumption.

The savings systems here are somewhat different from those that are installed in conventional open-type toilets. This difference lies in the reliability. Manufacturers understand that access to the fixture is very limited, so the system must be as reliable and durable as possible.

To make the right choice, you should pay attention to a few basic nuances of buying a built-in toilet:

1. Material. Today, manufacturers are ready to offer you products made of glass, stainless steel, plastic, cast iron and so on. Despite such exquisite materials, each of them has significant drawbacks. Therefore, the best option is ceramic.
2. Shape. To taste and color, as they say. It is necessary to choose the form exclusively yourself, it makes no sense to give advice on this matter. Just make sure that the product does not have sharp corners, as well as complex shapes, as it will be more difficult to take care of them.
3. Flushing system. Most often, the water moves forward from the cistern, flushing everything in its path. But here it is better to give preference to a circular flush. It does not create a splash, more effectively washes the bowl.
4. Fittings. Only high-quality and reliable. And today you can choose between a mechanical and pneumatic system. The first is better, as it is more reliable and durable.
5. Manufacturers. We are not going to advertise this or that brand, but just give you a little orientation on the prices. Products under $300 are the products of Chinese companies and some domestic ones. Nothing unusual, just functional toilets without special design frills. It is optimal to choose the price of 300 to 500 dollars. Reliable, robust, durable and efficient. But products priced from 500 dollars are most often designer toilets. They are not always comfortable, but the most beautiful and unusual.

It is better to entrust the installation of such a sanitary product to specialists. They can be installed on load-bearing walls or partitions made specifically for the bathroom.

There are three types of installation:

• Standard. They are made of frames and supports based on solid metal;
• Special, designed for corner toilets. They are somewhat more difficult to install, but they have their own undeniable advantages and advantages. First of all, in the matter of saving space inside the sanitary unit;
• Rails. Made in the form of rails, on which not only the toilet bowl, but also other sanitary equipment. In ordinary apartments are used quite rarely, because we have the same bidet or urinals have not yet entered the everyday life, are used only a small percentage of people in their own homes. Rather, it is the prerogative of public institutions.

The cistern system is made of high-strength plastic, which looks like a simple canister. But it has a thermal shell, which prevents the formation of condensation.

Installing the product is not as problematic as some people think:

• First, mount the frame and firmly fasten it to the floor and wall, depending on the installation;
• Plumbing studs are screwed in;
• Cover the frame with sheets of moisture-resistant plasterboard or other lining materials;
• Then mount the toilet bowl, insulate the studs;
• Finish finishing is performed.

Under-hung toilet today are in demand, and that there are a number of logical explanations. But will it suit you, or is it worth limiting yourself to more standard solutions? Think, choose and buy.