Installations for Geberit toilets: types and sizes

Beautiful and comfortable bathroom - the dream of any person. More and more ordinary stationary toilets are fading into the background, and more and more suspended are spreading, where all the pipes and the cistern are in a neat box - it is compact, beautiful and modern!

The installation is a metal frame with a mount. Through it, and the eyeliner is carried out to the suspended toilet or bidet of sewer pipes and water. The frame is attached to the capital wall, closed with a decorative partition and beaten up by the decor.

The Swiss manufacturer Geberit is one of the leaders in the market of sanitary products in Europe. The company has its own principles for which its users love it: the production of products that provide an economical water consumption, new progressive solutions to current problems and energy efficiency of installations.

Installations are most often used for wall-mounted toilet bowls and bidets, but with Geberit you can find truly interesting solutions for wall-mounted washbasins, installations for showers, urinals and baths.

They are as follows:

• The first main parameter that distinguishes a wall-mounted or floor-mounted toilet with an installation from a conventional toilet with a cistern is dimensions. Often, a stationary toilet can not be placed as close to the wall as the installation is installed - space savings of even 10 cm for the bathroom can be a decisive factor in favor of the built-in system.
• Reliability installation tank. Large manufacturers of installations provide a guarantee for a drain system of 10 years. The fact that the entire water supply system of the installation will be closed in a box (they are afraid of the consequences of a leak) can cause concern among buyers. In fact, the embedded system is equipped in a special way, and it does not even require the installation of special inspection hatches. Access to all important details of the installation is through the hole for mounting the button on the wall.
• Drain system It is proved that with less water consumption, the drain system at the installation is more efficient than that of a conventional toilet bowl. This is due to the design features of the tank and the drain system.

• Condensate. The owners of classic toilet bowls have more than once encountered the problem of the outflow of condensate on the tank. The installation tank is made in a special way: its rear part is mounted in a special material - Styrofoam, which prevents the appearance of condensate.
• Connecting water supply. To connect to the plumbing normal toilet for convenience often use flexible eyeliner. For installation, such a method is unacceptable - it uses a rigid plastic or metal-plastic liner, which significantly increases the reliability. In addition, for convenience, the installation cistern has several openings for connecting plumbing.
• Allowable load. There is a myth that a wall-hung toilet can not withstand heavy loads compared to a stationary one. So, on average, the working load for a suspended toilet is 200 kg, the maximum is 400 kg.

Like all other systems, toilets with installation have both positive and negative sides. Let's look at them in more detail.

Pros:

• compact design - hanging toilet with installation is perfect for limited space in the bathroom;
• sewage and water supply system is hidden in the wall, which is aesthetically pleasing and practical;
• insulation - during the discharge water makes noise much quieter than in classical models;
• ease of cleaning under the design - no need to bend around the leg;
• reliable drain system.

Minuses:

• more complicated installation of the installation - for proper installation it is better to use professional plumbing services, which, respectively, will entail additional installation costs;
• the cost of constructions is higher than the classical models of toilet bowls;
• Replacing the installation - always means a full repair in the bathroom, as it is necessary to dismantle the entire box and structure;
• the complexity of the repair - to repair the installation you need a special tool or a professional call that will cost a significant amount, so it’s best not to save on the purchase and choose a proven company with many years of experience in the production of installations and a guarantee of 10 years.

It can be concluded that a wall mounted toilet with an installation is convenient, beautiful, hygienic, but at the same time more expensive.

The design is a metal frame attached to the wall and the floor (depending on the type of installation can be attached only to the floor or only to the wall), evenly distributing the load. The frame is equipped with threaded sockets for fastening. And also the installation kit includes accessories for fasteners. Depending on the type of installation, it can be equipped with legs that regulate the height of the location.

The drain tank is attached to the frame. It also has a tap to shut off the water in an unexpected situation, fittings that control the water supply (connected to the drain button). The inlet valve has a lateral arrangement. A drain button is located at a distance of 1 m from the fair floor, the fastening of the toilet bowl (hairpin) is at a height of 45 cm (adjustable in some embodiments),discharge into the sewage system - 25 cm from the floor, a pipe for water supply from the drain tank is located just above.

There are two main types of installations by type of construction: block and frame.

Block do not have legs, attached to the main wall with anchor bolts, with the result that the entire load falls on the anchors and the wall. They are cheap enough.

Frame installations have more subspecies.

• For attachment to the main wall. They have 4 fixtures: 2 - for the wall, 2 - for the floor.
• For mounting on the floor. Ability to install anywhere in the space. They have different sizes in height and width.
• Corner installations. They have a corner tank, which saves space. An ordinary rectangular installation is also suitable for placement in the corner, for which you can use corner brackets.

The beginning of the history of the company Geberit in the installation market began in the 60s of the XX century. Then they were the first to release a flush-mounted cistern for a side toilet. Such designs are now quite widespread,being an example of classic plumbing equipment. They have adjustment of the volume of washable water, which can be adjusted for convenience. A particularly illustrative model of a flush-mounted cistern is Sigma, which has received a quality mark by its water efficiency. Its design allows you to limit the amount of water consumed for flushing to 4.5 liters.

Geberit produces three collections of tanks (in other words, flush systems): Sigma, Omega, Delta. They are suitable for floor and wall mounted toilet. Sigma and Omega support an innovative remote washout system.

Delta applies to private homes and public places. Depth is 12 cm. A small flush volume is not adjustable, the factory setting is from 3 to 4 liters, a large one can be adjusted to 3 parameters: 4.5 liters, 6 liters or 7.5 liters. The tank is completely sealed from condensate. The ability to supply water from behind or above, in the middle of the tank. Suitable for picking with single, double flush and flush-stop buttons.

Models from the Omega collection vary in height: 82, 98 and 112 cm (due to different mounting heights). Their depth is the same and is 12 cm. It has the same settings for the flush volumes as the Delta: the possibility of a frontal or upper setting of the flush button (for heights 82 and 98 cm), an anti-condensate shell,the ability to supply water on the left side below or behind the tank. Provided with a cover for maintenance window - it protects against dust and dirt.

Sigma are presented in two depths: normal (12 cm) and ultrathin (8 cm). In the second embodiment, a mesh is provided that revets a tank for plastering. The compact design is governed by a knee flush, provides for the supply of water from the top and side with an offset to the left. At the design of 12 cm - water supply from behind or from above in the middle. As well as Omega, it is equipped with a protective cover for the maintenance window, it is possible to shorten the cover to arrange flush keys flush with the wall.

Does not require tools for installation, and, like all tanks of this manufacturer, has a standard adjustment for large flush volumes. There are single, double flush and wash-stop systems.

Installation systems for toilet bowls at Geberit are presented by one main series - Duofix. Frame system Duofix is ​​equipped with one of three types of cisterns, depending on customer requirements.

• Duofix systems with different installation heights.Completing the installation with a cistern for flushing the Omega, you get options with a height of 82 cm, 98 cm and a standard 112 cm.
• When completing the frame tanks Sigma Standard models with a height of 112 cm are formed. As mentioned above, the Sigma model line has a tank with a thickness of only 8 cm, which allowed Geberit to create an ultra-thin installation, raising the height by only 2 cm (114 cm in this design). In the same collection there is a reinforced model - for mounting the installation on the concrete floor without relying on the wall. In conditions of limited space in the bathroom, a mounting element in a narrow design is offered: its width is 41.5 cm versus the standard 50 cm. In this model range, you can also find a series designed specifically for people with disabilities: they involve the installation of handrails and supports for disabled .
• The easiest and most economical version of the installation system installation Geberit is completed Delta cistern. In this series, you can also find a stand-alone design with mounting to the floor.

A hanging washbasin in some life situations is a necessity and a huge saving of space. It is for this purpose that the Geberit mounting kits were created - to hide the sewer and water supply lines into the wall. They are the same as the design for the toilet, are: standard in height (112 cm), low (82 - 98 cm), high (130 cm), adjustable (from 112 to 130 cm) and traverse (in fact, just a small frame for wall mounting).

As for the water supply, installations for washbasins are available for outdoor mixers, for vertical mixers, with water fittings and in-wall siphons.

Duofix installations for a bidet are quite versatile and differ only in the height of the mounting elements (82, 98 and 112 cm).

All types of mounting frames for urinals are adjustable in height (from 112 to 130 cm), differ in the urinal flushing system and the location of the buttons.

In addition to the above, on sale you can find installations Geberit for shower systems and baths. They provide drainage in the wall and embedding wall mixer.

There are several options for installing installations.

• On the main wall. Installation of the block system is possible only with fastening to the main wall.
• On the drywall wall. Any universal installation with 4 fixtures (2 - to the wall, 2 - to the floor) is installed on the drywall wall. In this case, the main burden falls on the floor. And also it is possible to strengthen the wall from the plasterboard with a square steel sanitary profile.

• On a brick wall. Brick walls differ in strength and durability - any installation will be suitable for installation on such a wall. In addition, it is possible to integrate a flush-mounted reservoir into it without fear.
• With attachment to the floor. This method is used in case of impossibility of mounting the structure to the wall. For this method of attachment uses a special reinforced self-supporting frame. And also such frames have large bearing pads for optimal distribution of the load across the floor.

A wide selection of different designs Geberit will allow you to choose the water drain button for your bathroom interior. What kind of functions can a seemingly simple key have?

• Contactless flush.Best for public places, because hygiene is above all. In order not to touch the flush button in a public place, it is now sufficient to wave your hand in front of the black glass panel, which shows two luminous stripes, respectively, meaning a full and small washout. Geberit has the most advanced contactless model, the Sigma 80.
• One of the latest developments for the installation structures from Geberit can be called DuoFresh air purification system. The system built into the box sucks in air after pressing the flush button, drives it through the filters and discharges the cleaned air back.
• In models Sigma 01, 10, 20, 50 there is a container for deodorizing blocks.

• The ability to install the button flush with the tile.
• Many colors and textures. The ability to choose a key for your unique bathroom design is very important for buyers. Therefore, Geberit produces various color shades of buttons, such as bronze, brass, steel, white and black keys, matte and glossy textures.
• Installation of the protection unit will provide double security.

When purchasing an installation, make sure that it comes with a detailed diagram and instructions for installing other components (for example, bolting and studs for the toilet bowl of the desired length).

Installation installation consists of 3 main stages:

• training;
• mount;
• connection of sewage systems and water supply.

The preparatory stage includes the study of instructions, the preparation of tools and the selection of a site for the installation of the structure. Depending on the choice of location for the location of the installation, you need to think about the water supply and sewage pipes.

A small number of tools are required for fastening: a tape measure, a level, a pencil or a marker, a perforator with drills, wrenches (many Geberit designs are assembled without keys, but still it’s better to stock them up just in case).

Securely fasten all the structural elements according to the scheme. If you install the flush-mounted reservoir, this item is omitted.

Next is the layout of the fixing bolts. The distance between the bolts will depend on the size of the selected installation, in a narrow version the distance will be less. When fitting it is important to use the level and take into account the decoration of the room.

The next step is to drill holes for mounting the installation, insert dowels. We fasten the frame with the fasteners that come in the kit. When installing, do not forget the basic parameters: a sewer pipe at a height of 0.25 m from the finished floor, the height of the toilet bowl is on average 0.4-0.5 m optimal.

After all these actions, the installation of a drain tank. When fixing the cistern, it is worth making a start from the height of the flush button: for convenience, it is usually placed at a height of 1 m.

Then connect the water supply pipe to the cistern. For different models, water can be applied in various parts of the tank. For safety, it is better to use not a flexible connection, as it is convenient to do when installing classic toilet bowls, but rigid pipes. It is safer and more practical, given that access to this system will be closed box.

The toilet can be connected to the sewage system through a tie-in (the most convenient option, but in practice it is often not feasible), using a plastic adapter (a fairly durable method) or a corrugated pipe (a short service life).

Geberit is in the Top of the most popular models of installations for toilet bowls. One excellent option for problematic cases is the Geberit Duofix UP320. It can be placed where the usual frame does not technically enter. Even if you are hampered by the sewage system behind the toilet, the special design of the legs significantly simplifies installation.

The most important position of the manufacturer Geberit is taking care of its customers. After all, if you purchased the design of this company, then the next 25 years you can not worry about buying consumables.

The main qualities of the company, which Geberit users highlight in their reviews, are:

• excellent quality of materials used;
• reliability;
• 10 years warranty;
• ease of installation;
• a large selection of installation designs - for any occasion;
• large selection of component materials;
• available repair through the window of the flush water button, even if the water is leaking.

Of the minuses, buyers emphasize that fasteners do not always come bundled with the installation.

In general, Geberit installation systems will bring pleasure from use for many years and will give special warmth and comfort to your bathroom. This is a great modern and practical bathroom solution!

In the video below, see the installation installation of Geberit Duofix Sigma Plattenbau.