Doing repairs in the bathroom, or simply deciding to replace the outdated plumbing, many turn their eyes to the hanging models of the toilet bowls. On the one hand, outwardly they are very attractive, fit perfectly into the interior of the toilet , but the question always revolves around their reliability. What are the pros and cons of the hanging toilet bowl, how to choose a toilet bowl and, most importantly, how to install it later, we will tell in this article.
Suspended toilet
Suspended toilet is not a luxury, despite the prevailing contrary opinion. With its appearance in European countries, the toilet in a hanging version was used in public toilets, due to greater hygiene. For the same reason, very often it is chosen by modern housewives. Space under the toilet can always be easily washed and the toilet itself is much easier to process and tidy up due to hidden parts in the wall. In addition, the condensate will not remain on the details, removed from the combined bathroom, thereby reducing the risk of fungus and mold in the bathroom.
So, the first advantage of hanging toilet bowls is hygiene.
The second important point is the ergonomics of the toilet. Since the drain pan for the hanging toilet is most often retracted into the wall, space in the toilet or bathroom is significantly saved. This point is especially important for small areas.
Possible danger in the choice of toilet pendant or floor, is their reliability. Firmly standing on the floor of the toilet, it seems to people, especially obese physique, more reliable than hanging. However, this is a delusion. Due to the strong steel structure, to which the visible part of the hanging toilet bowl is attached, it is very durable and able to withstand a weight of up to 300 kg.
The only drawback, which many consumers note, is the relative high cost of such a model of the toilet.
However, the range of prices, especially high-quality sanitary ware, does not vary significantly. The crooks also find a way out by purchasing a steel frame of a hanging toilet bowl, manufactured by German or Italian companies. At the same time, they save up to $ 100 at the most, giving preference to Turkish or Chinese producers. This option of saving is controversial, therefore, it is better not to stint and buy all the components from one manufacturer.
Another option to reduce the cost of the hanging toilet is the abandonment of the ready-to-install steel frame and the independent construction of a structure that will hold the toilet. The latter option is time-consuming and may require the help of a master.
Dimensions of hanging toilet bowls
The dimensions of the bowl of the toilet bowl may differ depending on the model. The most dimensioned are models with a tank, which is not mounted on the wall.
Standard sizes are as follows:
- the width of the suspended toilet bowl is 30-40 cm;
- length of the suspended toilet bowl - 50 - 60 cm;
- height of the suspended toilet bowl - 35 - 45 cm.
How to choose a hanging toilet?
When choosing a toilet bowl suspension model should be based on such parameters:
- dimensions, color and model of the bowl itself;
- The drain tank will be built into the wall or left outside;
- The presence of a complete steel system ready for installation.
All these parameters will affect the appearance of the toilet and bathroom, the total cost of the kit, temporary and
How to install a hanging toilet?
If you purchased a ready-made installation system, you can install it yourself or ask for help from specialists. In this case, the installation of complexities does not involve. The finished frame is fixed in two points on the floor and two on the wall. Two more fixing points are provided for the bowl itself.
If the steel frame is not present, it will be necessary to fix the metal rods in the supporting wall, which will support the bowl of the toilet bowl. It will also be necessary to build a concrete base that will secure the drain socket and lower the pressure of the lower part of the suspended toilet bowl onto the wall itself.