Grohe installations: hidden features

In the modern market of sanitary appliances, there are many companies that can offer products of various types and prices. However, one of the leaders is the German company Grohe, which was founded back in 1936 and since then has managed to positively establish itself among its customers. Today, it is engaged not only in the sale of various plumbing and fixtures, but also is developing new approaches to the use of specialized appliances, such as installations for sanitary ware.

First you need to consider in detail how the installation mechanism of this type of plumbing is arranged.It is a metal structure with a lot of special tools. Its purpose is to fix the design of the toilet bowl, steel frames and related appliances. All of them are sold complete with a bathroom. This system is called the installation.

This system is used for various types of plumbing work: for example, to install a bidet, hanging toilets and sinks. Devices mounted in this way are the most modernized models that allow to remove connecting pipes and communications from view. They are placed in a wall or false ceiling, which allows you to create the most pleasant appearance of the bathroom. They also ensure the hygiene of the individual components of the bathroom.

It is necessary to understand that there are several types of installations that are offered by the company.Each of them has its own advantages, which will be discussed below.

The first type is the so-called block construction. Their peculiarity lies in the fact that toilets are built only into the main walls, if they are not in the bathroom, the installation of toilet bowls with a block construction is impossible. This is considered one of the main drawbacks of the installation. The complete set of similar models consists of a set of additional fastenings which is attached directly to the toilet bowl. To install this type of installation, it is necessary to prepare a niche in advance - it is in it that the installation system will be located.

Another type of installation is frame. As the name implies, they are a steel or copper frame. There are special studs on it, designed to hold the installation: the water drain system, the tank and its components. It is important to know that the standard distance between the above-mentioned studs is from 18 to 23 centimeters. Based on these characteristics, you need to plan the arrangement of the toilet.

The advantage of this type of construction is the fact that frame installations can be installed even in the narrowest toilets, since they economically spend space, which is not so much in modern apartment buildings.

This type of installation provides several types of installation:

• The first type of fastener consists of four points. They are fixed on the main wall.
• Another view involves the installation of installations on the wall and floor. Two points are fixed on them on each plane.
• The most expensive and unusual option of fixing the toilet with the installation - the corner option. It allows you to embed sanitary appliances, even in the joints of walls and partitions. It is important to understand, however, that this option, although it provides ample opportunities for the implementation of various design ideas, it requires very strong materials that will be able to provide reliable fastening on both surfaces.

All types of installations are characterized by the fact that they are located inside the wall, which is completed after installation. However, in case of any damage, it will be necessary to partially disassemble it or even break it. This has to be done because there is no direct access by the master to the pipes that are laid in the main wall. This can have a significant impact on the family budget, since it requires the call of the plumbing team and the purchase of materials. All this entails large financial expenditure.

Despite such an important drawback, toilet bowls with installation have a whole mass of advantages, which are much more significant and weightier:

• Compactness. Sanitary device saves space. This allows you to "fit" in the toilet room of any size. Due to its small size, the toilet can visually expand the space of the room. Thanks to the universal frame systems, you can plan the bathroom and toilet facilities at your own will, as well as use those areas that usually remain unused: adjacent, inclined surfaces and even cabinets!

• Silent work. Since the wall or even the joints obscure the drain tank, the noise from the water will not be heard by the owners. Economical water consumption is possible due to the fact that the system has a separate drain system. It is able to regulate the flow of water from a greater pressure to a smaller one. This allows not only to take care of the proper allocation of water resources and the protection of nature, but also to control their spending on water, which can affect the family budget.

• Hygiene. The hostess will be able to regularly maintain the bathroom in pristine condition, since it does not require special care. Cleaning this sanitary ware takes less time than cleaning the toilet of a classic model.

• Universal design. Allows you to use this type of toilets in any interior: from intricate baroque and restrained classics to modern hi-tech. Models can vary in shape, which allows you to "play" with stylistic decisions and provides the ground for the implementation of virtually any design decisions.

One of the positive features of the installation installation is that all parts for it are unique and are included. It includes a mounting frame, a flush tank, a Nova Cosmopolitan key, a set of fixings to the wall, a set of sanitary pipes for connecting to the sewage system, fixing studs for a suspended toilet. According to the manufacturer, it is thanks to such components that the installation system is compatible with almost any toilet bowl, which is a plus of the Grohe product line.

The formation of this opinion contribute to the materials that are used. They include fittings, as well as the frame and fasteners, which are made of steel with the addition of plastic. A flush tank and a key are also made from the latter. It is a tank equipped with a pneumatic button that provides a new flushing system.

Designs, depending on the model, can have one or two keys. - The latter option allows not only to regulate the flush pressure, but also significantly saves water consumption. In addition, in the configuration there is also a detailed instruction on the installation of sanitary ware and installation to it, you can also find information about the manufacturer in it - this is evidenced by the decoding of the article.

The convenience and service life of this type of plumbing depends on the correct installation, so it is necessary to approach the installation wisely and take into account the specifics of the device.

The manufacturer offers standard sizes for wall-mounted toilet with installation.. The height of the bowl of the cistern is 30–40 cm, its width is equal to the same parameters. But the length of the bowl is considered from the front face to the wall, it is equal to 50-60 centimeters.

Do not forget about the internal parameters of the walls in which the installation is planned. The depth of the wall opening for a block structure should be at least 15 centimeters, and the width and height should not exceed 60 and 100 centimeters, respectively. The length of the frame may vary somewhat up or down, but in general it remains within 60 cm.

Standard sizes of frame installations differ somewhat from the parameters of block designs. Depth increases to 30 centimeters, height - to 140. At the same time, the width remains the same, 60 centimeters. If a toilet bowl is being installed with an installation on a sloping wall or attic, it is necessary to take into account the nature of the surface and reduce the height to 80–82 cm.

Bathrooms and toilet rooms can be finished from scratch with the help of Grohe brand products. Rooms can even be upgraded, thanks to the installation of existing models of sanitary ware. Installation of the installation can be done by hand, however, this requires some experience in plumbing work and the accuracy of the eye.

You can carry out repairs without any hassle, because the work is simple, but requires care. If, nevertheless, the home master decided to install the toilet with an installation by himself, he should strictly follow the instructions, which describe in detail all the necessary tools for the job.

It is important to remember that the main instruments are:

• roulette;
• perforator;
• keys;
• building level;
• drill;
• marker.

These tools can be found in any home, as they are used not only for the repair of toilet and plumbing, but also for other types of construction work.

• In order to independently produce the fasteners of the installation structure, it is necessary to first take measurements and draw a diagram.
• The basis of the markup is the central axis of the device, it is indicated by a line.
• After that, it is necessary to calculate the distance from the structure to the wall: usually it does not exceed 13-15 millimeters.
• After that, you need to determine the height of the location of the drain tank and measure it. Often it comes to 1 meter.
• Based on the calculated height, it is necessary to make marks on the surface of the wall - at these points holes will be created to install the fastening parts.

• As mentioned above, it is necessary to make holes in the marks in order to insert so-called dowels and anchors into them. They perform the role of fasteners.
• Now you can proceed to the installation of the installation structure itself. For this purpose, the installation of this system and its adjustment are made in a prepared place. It is attached with special screws, nuts and screws.
• Installation is performed both on the horizontal and on the vertical level, which are subsequently fastened with plugs.It is they who will ensure the reliability of the entire structure, so this stage must be taken very carefully.

• In some models, the frame is designed so that it can be mounted close to the surface of the main wall, partition, or even the attic. It is fastened in the course of construction work and subsequently overlapped by a wall. Since the bathroom must be connected to the water supply system, it is necessary to connect the device to the pipe. This is done with the help of plastic cuffs that connect the sewer pipes and the drain tank.
• One of the last stages is the installation of the toilet bowl itself; it is carried out 10 days or two weeks after the finishing works. To perform this step, you need to use special pipes and a corrugation for the toilet. They can become a connecting link between the toilet itself and the installation. It is important to understand that there are two types of pipe: the first is designed to provide clean water, while the second is used for flushing and sewage. For each model, these parts are unique, so they are always complete with a bathroom.

The German company Grohe, which produces sanitary equipment, has long been on the Russian market and by this time is very popular among buyers. They note that the company offers excellent customer service, a five-year warranty on its products, which is distinguished by quality and reliability. For example, installation Rapid SL 5 in 1 for a suspended toilet has a kit in the kit, which is a nice bonus for buyers.

They like the fact that the manufacturer offers a really wide range of its products, for example, in the Rapid collection there are several models for both wall-mounted, corner and built-in toilets. For sinks, a product line is also provided. All this, of course, pleases consumers, because they write that you can find in the company what you need.

Users mostly write that they trust the German brand, which cares about its customers and warns them against buying low-quality products.

You can distinguish a fake from the original, if you rely on the following criteria:

• specific gravity, which is much smaller than the original installation structures;
• lack of warranty card;
• low price.

As they say, free cheese is only in a mousetrap. The manufacturer will not sell the original product at a too low price - it simply is not profitable. However, fraudsters often do this, so when choosing plumbing fixtures, it’s worth being as careful as possible and the best way is to contact the official dealer.

For information on how to install Grohe installations, see the video below.