The best manufacturers of toilets

Professionals in the world of plumbing advise to follow a simple guideline when choosing a toilet bowl:

• Decide on the type of construction (floor or wall-hung);
• Determine the type of output of the old toilet bowl (slanting, horizontal or universal) and when buying to be guided by it;
• decide how the water supply will be carried out (from above or below);
• Determine how much money you are willing to spend on the purchase of the device;
• choose a manufacturer;
• Choose a model, based on the presence of additional functions.

Despite the fact that the choice of manufacturer is almost at the end of the list, this stage is one of the most important in the procedure of buying a new toilet bowl. After all, from such a huge number of firms, exhibiting their products in stores can be lost. The purpose of this article - to tell about the most popular companies-manufacturers of sanitary ware, who managed to earn the trust of Russian consumers.

Sanita is a domestic brand of sanitary ware, known since the middle of the last century. The factory for the production of equipment is located near Samara. During the war, the plant was engaged in the manufacture of products for the needs of the army - ceramic parts were used in some weapons and military equipment. After the war, the company focused on the production of sanitary equipment.

Advantages of Sanita toilets:

• simple, austere forms;
• low cost;
• high-quality materials;
• the presence of a shower flush;
• New models have a coating with a self-cleaning effect;
• Swiss-made fittings;
• installation of a microlift - optional;
• Good service in the stores and offices of the company.

Disadvantages of Sanita toilets:

• lack of "anti-splash" system;
• Some models have a weak drain.

IDDIS is a Russian company, which has been producing sanitary equipment for more than ten years. Among the products of domestic manufacturers, sanitary equipment of this company is one of the most demanded.

Advantages of IDDIS WCs:

• ease of operation;
• aesthetics;
• low price;
• Good installation manuals.

Disadvantages of IDDIS toilets:

• Some models have non-standard fixtures.

Gustavsberg is a Swedish company with a rich history, founded more than three centuries ago. The first years of its existence the factory was engaged in the production of bricks, then for many years its main activity was the production of porcelain products and ornaments. The production of toilets started only in the middle of the XX century.

The advantages of Gustavsberg WCs:

• environmentally friendly materials;
• water-saving orientation;
• easy care;
• ease of operation;
• noiselessness;
• high-quality components;
• up to 25 years warranty;
• affordable spare parts.

Disadvantages of Gustavsberg toilets:

• difficulties with service maintenance;
• possibility of buying fakes;
• Small coverage of the Russian market.

Jika - the products of this Czech company appeared on the market of sanitary ware in the 90s of the last century. Thanks to affordable prices and good quality of products, sanitary equipment, manufactured by Jika, quickly gained popularity in our country. Today this company is part of the Roca Group and supplies equipment to many countries in Europe and Asia.

The advantages of Jika toilets are:

• long service life;
• beautiful appearance;
• economy;
• a variety of modifications;
• wide range of prices;
• compactness;
• durable seats, many have antibacterial coating.

Disadvantages of Jika toilets:

• expensive repairs;
• Some models splash water;
• Sometimes there is an incomplete set.

Jacob Delafon - a French company, which is engaged in the production of sanitary ceramics for a very long time, since the century before last. During this time, the company's designers and constructors have released about 10,000 lines of sanitary ware for the bathroom. The equipment of this company is installed in many elite hotels and restaurants.

Advantages of Jacob Delafon toilet bowls:

• beautiful design;
• durability;
• Guarantee period up to 25 years;
• water saving;
• easy care;
• quiet operation;
• seats are equipped with a microlift.

Disadvantages of Jacob Delafon toilets:

• difficulties with service maintenance;
• the possibility of buying defective products;
• Unstable coating to UV rays;
• difficulty of installation.

Laufen - a company from Switzerland, which produces luxury sanitary ware, distinguished by its original design. The company was founded in the late 19th century, and in the early years it produced building materials - bricks and ceramic tiles.

Advantages of Laufen toilet bowls

• The use of materials and components of the highest quality;
• availability of double flush;
• water-saving technology;
• Easy care, which is provided by a special coating;
• the possibility of installing a microlift.

Of the disadvantages of Laufen toilets can be noted only the high price.

So, going to the store for a new toilet, you should remember that it is important to focus not only on technical specifications (although they must be considered in the first place), but also on the reputation of the company, which produces sanitary products. Have a good shopping experience!