How to choose a corner toilet?

The area of ​​both a combined and a separate bathroom in an average apartment is not always sufficient to accommodate all household items. A washing machine, a laundry basket and even a sink can be removed from the room, but key items such as a bathroom or a shower cubicle and toilet should be placed in it. Unfortunately, it is not always possible to even place a toilet and a bath in a standard way, then you have to find such layouts so that the objects do not interfere with each other and leave room for passage. One of these options is to buy a corner toilet.

This toilet is installed in the corner of the room, in this regard, has some features.

• His tank has a triangular shape to be close enough to the junction of the walls.At the same time the bowl can be both a classical oval form, and original, square or polygonal design. Also, the tank can be mounted in a wall niche or completely close it. Modern models not only perform sanitary and hygienic functions, but can also serve as a kind of design installation.

• The tank of such a toilet does not necessarily have to be placed directly behind the bowl. It can be raised to the ceiling and even hang in a more convenient place: closer or farther away on the wall.
• The bowl of such a toilet bowl can be installed not only on the floor, but also hung on the wall. Suspended models withstand weight up to 500 kg and are as reliable as the floor.

Corner toilets, like the toilet, are arranged in a standard way, There are two types:

• outdoor;
• suspended.

Standard is the floor layout, which is stable and easy installation. Hanging option is more difficult to install, but is more convenient for cleaning.Both in the first and in the second variant the drain tank can be located both above the bowl and be suspended on the wall.

Separately, it is worth noting the option of built-in tank, which is located in the wall structure. For its installation installation is used, which is a metal frame or a monoblock. It is mounted vertically and holds the tank in the desired position in a certain place. Installation of such an installation is very expensive, but allows you to make the design of the bathroom more modern and original.

Despite the fact that the choice of corner toilets is narrower than conventional, there are a large number of classifications of such models. It is impossible to confine only to an indication of whether the toilet is floor-mounted, mounted or built-in.

Depending on the material used, the toilet can be of several types.

• Plastic. This product is made of acrylic, it weighs little, simple to install and quite durable. Such plumbing affects a variety of colors: from the classic glossy white options to extravagant black or turquoise. However, acrylic toilets are not resistant to temperature extremes and mechanical damage.
• Porcelain. It is durable and has a long life, is made from white clay with mineral additives from quartz and spar covered with glaze.

• Earthenware. Earthenware plumbing before glazing is fired with high temperatures, which gives it extra strength.
• Piece goods from non-standard materials. For the production of sanitary ware famous designers have repeatedly used natural stone, steel and even precious metals.

The type of bowl is determined by the degree of convenience in the operation of a toilet bowl: saving water consumption, volume, the number of splashes, and so on. To date, there are only three options to choose from.

• Bowl with shelf. The disadvantages of using this type of bowl prevail over the affordable cost and ease of manufacture, since all waste products will remain on the appliance stage. After flushing it will be necessary to use a brush without fail, but even he will not get rid of the unpleasant smell in the room. A water seal is always formed in the bowl of this type, which will lead to the formation of plaque and rust. A bowl with a shelf has a greater consumption of water compared to other species.A significant advantage is the lack of spray when draining.

• Bowl with a slope of the front or rear wall. This design of the toilet allows you to minimize the penetration into the room of an unpleasant odor, as the waste falls immediately into the water. Despite this, the brush must be used, as well as in the variant of the bowl with a shelf.
• Funnel bowl. Such a monoblock is the most hygienic and saves water, which does not require as much as in the first two options. An unpleasant odor almost never occurs, a brush should be used quite rarely, but this design of the bowl is inconvenient due to the creation of a large number of splashes falling on the body, clothes and the surrounding space. To reduce water splashing, an “Anti-Splash” device was invented, which regulates the water level and eliminates the problem described.

Drainage does not affect the usability and does not visually change the plumbing, but it can significantly affect the choice of model.

Drainage systems are of three types.

• With horizontal retraction. This option is used when the height of the sewer socket 5-10 cm above the floor.
• With vertical release. The most suitable form for sewage, the entrance to which is located on the floor. Although using this option and achieved the greatest savings in space and compact arrangement of plumbing, this option in high-rise buildings is quite rare.
• With oblique release. The most common option, suggesting the location is not high from the floor. It is tilted at an angle.

The minimum size of the cistern is due to the fact that it must fit at least 6 liters of water. Depending on the design, the drain tank may be rectangular, pyramidal, tapered. However, for corner toilet bowls, the triangular type is most often used to put it close to the walls. By the type of water supply to it, it is possible to distinguish a tank with water supply from below, from the side and from behind. When located below and behind the cistern, the carriage is not visible at first glance. It looks more neat on closer examination, but the side feed is simpler and more economical.

It is also possible to divide the toilet bowls by the mechanism and the drain mode.

According to the mechanism of flushing tanks, toilet bowls are divided into the following types:

• a toilet with a drain lever located on the side of the cistern;
• drain mechanical button, which is located in the lid of the drain tank;
• mechanical rod located on top of the barrel, starts to drain when lifting;
• toilet with electronic button;
• with remote control;
• drain using a touch sensor.

The drain itself may vary in mode.

Depending on this criterion, the following types are distinguished:

• when you press a lever or a button, one drain is performed, after which the toilet bowl is filled from a small tap located inside;
• the drain can both start and stop by pressing the button manually;
• There may be several buttons; each of them is responsible for draining a certain amount of water (8, 6 or 3 liters).

The latest classification of plumbing is a classification by design.

• Toilet compact. The drain tank and the bowl of the compact are sold separately, and during installation, the tank is installed on the bowl first, and then the bowl is fixed with brackets to the floor. In addition to cheapness and ease of transportation,The advantage is the ability to replace only one part of the toilet when it breaks.
• Monoblock. The bowl and tank of such a product are inseparable from each other. The big advantage of this option is its small size and the lack of additional operations before installation. The downside is the need to completely change the product when one part of it breaks down, even if the other is functioning properly.

Since the corner toilet is different from the usual one only by the shape of the cistern, the choice of this option does not reduce the level of comfort. Some manufacturers offer corner toilets already included, not only with a cistern, but with everything necessary for its installation.

There are several advantages of this design, compared with conventional models:

• an angular toilet allows you to minimize the "dead zone", which is located behind the classic floor compact toilet;
• the tank itself of this design takes up less space;
• in the space saved by the corner system, you can install a small sink, a bidet or a modest washing machine even in a tiny room of apartment high-rise buildings without serious redevelopment.

Despite all the advantages of corner plumbing, there are two significant drawbacks.

• A rather small weight of the hinged-type structures, which completely excludes their installation on a plasterboard wall or partition.
• The complexity of installation, especially if necessary to transfer the sewer bell from the middle of the wall in one corner of the room.

There are many manufacturers of plumbing, proven in the domestic and global market. Of the manufacturers of floor toilets can be distinguished Turkish manufacturer Vitra with its corner toilet compact Vitra Arkitekt. The cost of such a device varies around 6000-7000 rubles. Made of porcelain, the toilet has a bottom water supply and two drain modes. Approximately in the same price category (8000–9000 rubles) there is a toilet Sanart Constructor with single pump discharge and microlift seat.

You can mark the product of the Belgian production Ideal Standard Connect ARC E803601. Water is supplied to this porcelain toilet from the bottom, there is no microlift, but installation is possible. This product is worth about 18,500 rubles. Also from the floor plumbing can be distinguished French corner toilet Jacob Delafon Odeon Up 18557Kwhose price is already from 21,000 rubles and above. It is equipped with a lower water inlet, a double drain button (3/6 l), a system "Anti-Splash". Installing lifter at the request of the client makes this toilet the most comfortable and useful acquisition.

Attached toilets - a kind of compromise between the floor and suspension system. Their tank, as in the hanging product, is hidden in the wall, and the bowl rests on the floor, like a floor-mounted toilet. Attachment Hatria you & me from the Italian manufacturer can be made in two versions: with an added side (about 25,000 rubles) or with a supplemented installation (plus another 9,000 rubles).

In the plumbing market today a wide choice is presented not only of models, but also of the countries-manufacturers of such plumbing. Belgian manufacturer Ideal standardwidely known spanish toilets Rocaplumbing brand Cersanit from Poland.German quality and reliability provided by toilets Serel Friendly 6706 made in Germany. English brand Marlin kyle not so widely known, but also its models are available in large hardware stores and for ordering via the Internet. A classic choice when buying sanitary ware is French porcelain and earthenware manufacturers, for example, Odeon Up or "Creo Project.

The very installation of the corner toilet differs from the usual installation in that it requires a preliminary connection of the sewage system. Most often, the riser is parallel to the wall, which complicates the installation of angular plumbing. And the master faces the challenge: how to attach the drain hole of the toilet bowl located in the corner with the socket, which is located near the middle of the wall. A corrugated pipe that stretches and bends at the required angle is perfect for the solution.However, the shorter the length of such a connecting pipe, the less likely the occurrence of blockages.

To connect the corner toilet to the water supply and drainage systems, you will need the following tools:

• perforator;
• corrugated pipe for branch;
• hose with which water will be supplied;
• sealant;
• fasteners and tools for it.

Installation consists of several stages.

• The hole in the bowl of the toilet bowl and the sewer socket is perfectly aligned with the help of corrugations.
• Schedule the attachment of the toilet to the floor or podium, and drill holes with a punch. Fix the structure with bolts.
• Install the drain tank, combining the holes for draining. At this stage, it is important not to move the silicone gasket, which protects the junction from leakage.
• The water supply is connected with a flexible hose.
• All joints are treated with sealant in order to eliminate the risk of leakage.
• After the sealant has dried, you can check the tightness of the assembled structure. To do this, you need to turn on the water and check all joints of parts for leaks

Corner toilet fits well with any interior. For a minimalist design, a single-color product of clear shapes and small sizes is perfect. To create an atmosphere of relaxation and comfort, plumbing can be chosen in warm light shades of peach or grass color. For a classic interior, the corner model is perfect with a decor slightly hinting at the columns of ancient temples or medieval castles. Smooth, but clear lines, a noble white color give such a toilet solidity, and installation at a short distance from the wall will hide behind it various items for daily care.

Modern bathroom design requires an unusual toilet. The original wall-hung toilet with an installation, located in a corner, but turned parallel to the wall, which “breaks” the idea of ​​the standard ways of placing furniture. White plumbing color is presented in contrast with the glossy black surface of the tile, which allows you to place bright accents on all functional areas of the room.

A good option for placing a corner toilet in cramped conditions of the average bathroom allows you to additionally place a washing machine in it.Interior items do not block each other, there is an easy access to any zone and everything is “at hand”.

The cost of the purchase and installation of high-quality corner design allows you to completely change the space of the bathroom and bathroom. Thanks to such a toilet, the space in the central part of the small room is freed up, which is of paramount importance. Many buyers like that plumbing appliances do not look boring or cramped. They often leave positive feedback, because the functionality of the room increases, and the comfort remains the same.

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