Toilets with a high cistern: features of choice

Modern manufacturers produce all kinds of models of toilet bowls, which differ in the design, appearance, and material of manufacture. One of the main elements of this sanitary device is the drain tank, which is also performed in several versions. Our article is devoted to the features of models with a high cistern.

Flushing tank is a device that is responsible for the fullness and adjustment of the level of liquid in the tank. A distinctive feature of the design of a toilet bowl with a high cistern is that the drain mechanism is located 0.6–1.5 m above the bowl. The toilet bowl and cistern are interconnected by a pipe made of plastic or metal.

The high old cisterns are very popular today, due to a number of advantages.

• The original appearance perfectly harmonizes with almost all types of interior space.
• A wide range of materials from which the models are made.
• Due to the fact that the tank is located at the top at a certain distance from the toilet bowl, the maximum possible discharge of water occurs.

• There is an opportunity to independently adjust the height of the connecting pipe.

This ability gives certain opportunities:

1. to increase the pressure and capacity of the drain, you just need to raise the tank above;
2. This design can be installed in such a way that the trigger mechanism is at the level of the toilet bowl or use a classic chain for draining;
3. the tank located at the top does not occupy a useful place in the room.

• The simplicity of the design of the overflow tank system. This allows you to effortlessly replace the damaged mechanisms yourself without the help of specialists.

High drain tanks have some drawbacks to use.

• The descent of water is quite noisy. This is due to the fact that the height contributes to the velocity of the fluid.
• Another disadvantage is that the liquid is sprayed when draining. But this can be avoided if you install a funnel-shaped bowl.

Manufacturers offer several models of toilet bowls with a separate tank located on top of the bowl.

• Floor. This version of the toilet with a horizontal drain is perfect for spacious rooms. This design is installed near the wall or placed in the corner of the room. The tank is located depending on the preferences of the homeowner (under the ceiling or flush with the toilet). For the descent of water using a special lever or chain.

• Suspension. This model of the toilet bowl is not located on the floor with the help of a fixing leg, but is fixed to the wall by means of a steel frame inserted into it. Drain tank is built inside the wall. It has a flat or elongated, narrow shape. The water release button is located above the toilet. As with the floor models of toilet bowls, the hinged tank has drain and filling valves, which are equipped with a water supply control device.

Materials for the manufacture of tanks can be very diverse. Often, drainage structures are made of plastic, earthenware and porcelain.

• Porcelain products have a long service life, and are also characterized by the fact that they do not absorb foreign aromas and are easily cleaned from various types of contamination. The disadvantages of this material are the high cost and weight of the system.
• Faience has a porous structure that allows you to easily absorb extraneous odors and pollution.
• The plastic waste tank has a small weight, so you can install the product yourself. The appearance of the design is almost the same as the variations of porcelain and earthenware. In addition, these models are affordable. The plastic tank is safe to use, mostly such systems are installed in preschool institutions.

Modern manufacturers offer sanitary equipment with two options for flushing water.

• Vertical. This option is that the liquid passes only along the back wall of the bowl. Cleaning the front area of ​​the toilet bowl must be done manually using disinfectants and special tools.
• Circular. The toilet with this flush has holes located around the perimeter of the bowl. As a result, uniform flushing occurs on all the walls of the toilet bowl. This option is the most practical to use, but the installation of this system must be performed on a perfectly flat surface so that there are no failures in work.

Toilets with high or medium tank locations are in perfect harmony with many interior styles.

• Retro. The choice of a toilet bowl in this design can change the interior of any room. The bathroom is made in pastel shades, and the toilet lid is made of natural dark wood or wood simulating material. Plumbing fixtures often use even painting and stucco elements as decoration.

• Classic. Classic style loves luxury and wealth. For such an interior, use decorative elements of gold (a chain for flushing water, lamps, a frame for a mirror).The walls are made of natural material: marble, ceramics. The toilet bowl and the drain tank located under the ceiling are made of high quality porcelain.

• Modern This area requires bright colors. The dominant colors are gray, white, maroon, deep blue. The concept of modernity assumes clear straight lines, for this, a square-shaped wall-mounted toilet, designed in a milky color, is suitable.

• Country Country style offers the use of only natural materials. If there is a mirror, then it is issued in a frame of natural wood, it can be unpainted. A wicker basket is used as a garbage bin.

Let's consider several popular models of toilet bowls with a high arrangement of a tank.

The model is made by an Italian company and is presented in two variations. The first one offers a porcelain toilet cistern that is located under the ceiling. The connecting pipe can be made in gold, chrome, bronze. The second option is a system with an average location of the tank.

Model from the English brand. The hanging tank is made of vitreous china. The product has a high quality performance and impeccable performance.

In the following form you will see the installation process of the toilet Burlington C1 + P5

Country of origin - Russia. The main characteristics of toilet bowls of this brand practically do not differ from foreign models. The advantage of Russian products is reasonable price.

In order not to be mistaken with the choice of a particular model of a toilet bowl with a high cistern, it is necessary to become familiar with some of the nuances.

• The quality of the manufacture of internal components. At this point, you need to pay special attention.From this, the efficiency of the entire structure will depend on.
• Material manufacturing reinforcement (the stronger the material, the more durable the design).
• An important factor of choice is the type of water discharge. The most effective will be a circular option that allows you to wash off all the liquid around the perimeter. The vertical version requires constant and careful care to avoid the formation of plaque on the bowl.
• If you want to buy the most comfortable model, then you can opt for products with heated seats and lights. But such toilets are not very cheap.