What are the toilets and how to choose it correctly

Toilet material

Today on sale you can find toilet bowls made of such materials:

• faience. These are the most popular models that bribe the buyer with their affordable price. Such toilets are made from fired faience, it is covered with a thick layer of glaze, which performs protective functions and reduces the porosity of the material, preventing moisture absorption. Caring for such a product is simple, and the service life is about 15 years, but sometimes much more. Under physical influence, the enamel gradually erases, faience begins to absorb moisture, and the strength of the toilet decreases;
• china. These are strong and durable toilets that can last for decades. They are made of white clay, like faience, but the addition of feldspar and quartz makes the product more durable, durable and less porous. The porcelain is also covered with glaze on top, so outwardly the toilet bowls made of faience and porcelain are very similar. The only drawback is the high price;
• metal. They are made of stainless steel and are often used in public places, but today they are also installed in private bathrooms and toilets to create a unique interior. Such products are very durable, do not absorb moisture, sewage cannot stick to them, and their cleaning is quite simple. In addition, the metal toilet is very durable, but its cost is high and exceeds even the cost of porcelain;
• natural stone. These are some of the most expensive toilets. They have a chic appearance, easy to care for and durable, but at the same time, they are almost not resistant to mechanical damage and weigh a lot;
• fake diamond. Such toilets are made from crushed natural stone and special components, which ensure high strength of the material, its resistance to mechanical stress and durability. The products are easy to care for, relatively lightweight and are much cheaper than natural stone toilets;
• plastic. Typically, such toilets are made of acrylic, which is additionally reinforced with fiberglass and resins. Products are very lightweight, easy to install and maintain, but poorly tolerate mechanical and high temperature effects, not very durable. Optimal for use in the country.

Type of toilet bowl

The type of bowl used in a particular toilet depends on the comfort of its use, noise, the amount of spray and saving water. Today the plumbing market offers these types of bowls:

1. dish-shaped has a protruding platform, which is necessary to prevent the formation of splashes. But in view of this structural feature on the toilet bowl, all that is left in it is not very hygienic. And that water, which is constantly in the bowl, over time leads to the appearance of salt deposits on it;
2. funnel-shaped. In this case, the flush hole is located in the center of the bowl, and all the waste immediately gets there, so this design is considered the most hygienic. The disadvantage of such bowls is the spray, the amount of which can be reduced if the bowl has a sloping back wall;
3. visor bowl is a cross between the two structures described above and combines their advantages.The bending of the wall prevents the appearance of splashes, and the location of the drain hole contributes to the direct entry of all sewage into it.

Seat types

Sitting is an obligatory attribute of any toilet, and it can be made of:

• plastic;
• tree.

Plastic seats Today the most popular, which is explained by the mass of their positive qualities. They are easy to care for, have a good appearance, are durable and inexpensive. Wooden are used much less frequently, and their use is justified only interior style. In addition, they retain heat very well, are more durable and hypoallergenic, but at a high price.

Stulchak, in addition, can be equipped micro-lift - a mechanism that slightly slows down the movement of the lid when slamming, making this process completely silent. Today there are innovative toilet bowls, the seats of which perform many other functions. So, in some models it can be equipped with electric heating, as well as a photocell that recognizes an approaching person and automatically opens the lid.

Toilet installation method

According to the installation method, all toilets can be divided into:

• floor;
• outboard.

Floor toilets are found most often. These are easy-to-install devices, the foot of which stands firmly on the floor. Depending on the location of the tank, floor toilets may be attached and freestanding. In the attached toilets, the tank is hidden in the wall, which means that the interior will be significantly transformed, but also repair in which case will be more difficult. Free-standing toilets may be monoblock toilets and compact toilets. Compacts are the most common type of toilet bowl in our country, such products consist of a bowl and a tank, but in monoblocks these elements are merged into a single design. Monoblocks are widespread in the USA and Europe, and at us only begin to win users.

Wall hung toilets more miniature, they allow you to visually increase the space of a small bathroom, and look more attractive in appearance, because the entire installation system is hidden from the user's eyes. In terms of care, such toilets are the best you can think of, but it’s better to entrust their installation to specialists.

In addition, today they are gaining popularity. corner toilets - A great option for small rooms. Such products can only be floor standing, and their installation and maintenance are in no way different from standard procedures. The only difference is the tank of a special shape, thanks to which the toilet can be perfectly placed in the corner, saving space, because, as you know, the arrangement of objects diagonally in the bathroom helps not only save square centimeters, but also visually increase the space. Whatever type of toilet bowl you choose, you can make a purchase both in ordinary stores and on the Internet, and often in the latter case you can find a more profitable option.

Toilet Direction

The comfort of its use does not depend on the direction of the toilet, and outwardly it is impossible to notice any differences in design. Choose the type of release should be depending on the parameters of the bathroom. Design features allow you to highlight these types of toilets:

• with horizontal or direct release - a common option. Suitable if the bell is located 5-10 cm above the floor;
• with vertical outlet suitable for those bathrooms where sewage pipe goes to the floor. Thanks to this design, space is significantly saved, but in our country there are very few apartment buildings with a similar pipe arrangement system, although this configuration can be created in private houses;
• with oblique release - The most common design that was previously used in all homes. In this case, the bell is very close to floor surface or at an angle.

Type of flush toilet

When choosing a toilet, you need to consider such a detail as flush type. He can be:

• direct;
• back circular.

Direct flush involves the movement of water from the tank to the center of the bowl in a straight line. A powerful stream of water can wash away all sewage, but nevertheless it does not cover some parts of the inner surface of the bowl, which may necessitate the additional use of a brush. It is worth noting that it was such a system that was implemented in all toilets in our country a couple of decades ago.

Circular system more perfect. The water here moves in an annular direction, as when flushing in soulthat allows almost silently and effectively to remove pollution from all parts of the bowl. The only drawback of such a system is its high price. In addition, if tap water is not of high quality, then the water outlet openings located under the rim of the toilet bowl may become clogged with salt after some time.

Speaking of flushing, one cannot but note the appearance of modern thrifty toilets. A regular product pours out a full tank of water when flushed, and this is about 6-8 liters, and sometimes more, moreover, in most cases, so much water is not required. Many tanks can be configured, and then they will draw less water, allowing significant savings, but the most preferred are toilets that are equipped double button. When you click on a small part, it pours 1.5-3 liters of water (depending on the setting), and when you click on a large part, about 6-8 liters. This is how the average family can save about 1000 liters of water per month.

Additional toilet features

Today, toilet models are common, which perform not only their immediate function, but also boast additional features. For example, the toilet can be complemented by a bidet function, and faucets are located on the seat cover. On the most modern devices there is an electronic control panel that allows you to adjust the water pressure, temperature, etc.

More common toilet bowls with hygienic showerthat actually perform the function of a bidet, but do not take up space, becoming the ideal solution for small bathrooms. The toilet can be equipped with such a shower initially, or it can be retrofitted already during the installation process. The hygienic shower itself is a short hose and compact shower head. If it is provided, then often the hose comes out of the tank, otherwise it is attached not far from the toilet.

For, to extinguish the spray in the toilet, modern models can be complemented by a feature such as “anti-splash”, or have a shelf in the bowl. The shelf actually transfers the place of occurrence of the spray to the level where they will not fall on the person. This design may cause rust and unpleasant odors.

Toilet bowls with anti-splash They have a special bowl shape that resembles a narrow funnel, so spray cannot form in it. In addition, the drain hole is located asymmetrically. It is worth noting that such systems of protection against splashes do not affect the cost of the product, and many models are equipped with them today.

Toilet manufacturers

Manufacturer Name plays an important role, because serious companies care about their image and will not produce low-quality products. Today, products of acceptable quality can be found in any price segment:

• the most inexpensive models, which cost no more than $ 200, are represented by many domestic manufacturers Santec, Santeri, IDDISKeraminas well as Chinese, including Porta;
• atmid-range nitasesthat are as balanced as possible in terms of cost and quality. These are products of a Finnish company. IDO, Polish Kolo and CersanitCzech Jika;
• elite toilets, the price of which starts at $ 500 and knows no boundaries.These are products that differ not only in high quality, but also often boast an exclusive design, unusual color, etc. In this price segment are represented companies such as Duravit from Germany, Laufen from Austria.

At different price categories, products and companies such as GeberitSwedish manufacturers Gustavsberg and Ifo, american Ideal standardFinnish Ido, French Jacob delafonspanish Roca.

In conclusion

When choosing a toilet should pay attention not only to its functional features, but also the appearance. The product should ideally fit into the interior of the room and meet the general design idea, since today you can find toilet bowls of any shape and color. Naturally, for small rooms it is better to focus on a compact model, but make sure that its functionality is not lost. So that you do not have to run to the store a couple of years after buying a new product, you need to pay attention to the name of the manufacturer and properly care for this plumbing device.