One of the most common fears about installing a wall-hung toilet is its perceived unreliability and fragility. However, this myth can be easily dispelled by a detailed acquaintance with the entire design and installation procedure.
These plumbing fixtures are fixed to a solid installation, either embedded in the wall or fixed to the floor. Therefore, there can be no problems with further operation. It remains only to solve the main problem: how to choose the right system so that it fits into the dimensions of the room?
Types of toilet installations
The content of the article
- Types of toilet installations
- Standard sizes of installation systems
- Why is it important to decide in advance on the dimensions
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Installation sizes of different manufacturers
- Geberit
- Grohe
First you need to decide which type of installation will be preferable for the features of your room and the planned budget. Today manufacturers offer two options:
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Blocky. This design has a rather simplified appearance: a plate on which the rest of the body is attached, and a plastic inner drain tank. For this reason, it can only be installed directly inside a solid, preferably load-bearing wall: the partitions simply will not hold all the weight. Such a limitation significantly narrows the space for creativity when planning a room's design. But the cost of a block installation meets even the most modest financial plans.
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Framed. A more durable and versatile option. The steel frame underlying the entire system can be fixed to both the wall and the floor. This fact suggests that it can be mounted in any part of the room, regardless of what material is used to create the wall. At the same time, the height of the frame can vary and adapt to any location (for example, if you decide to put the toilet under the window). But, of course, such a construction is not cheap.
Standard sizes of installation systems
When you have decided on the type of installation, it's time to think about the specific dimensions. After all, it may turn out that it will be difficult to find a system that suits your needs in ordinary plumbing stores.
Depending on the type of product, the available size range is determined by the main parameters. For example, for block systems: the standard width is 50 cm, the depth is from 10 to 15 cm, and the height is always about 100 cm. At the same time, frame installations correspond to the following dimensions: width - 50-60 cm, depth - 15-30 cm, height - 80-140 cm.
In this case, the flush tank, mounted inside the box itself, will differ significantly from the usual options. Its width is limited by a frame of 50 cm (or 60 cm), but the height is much higher than the usual models. However, if the standard tank is designed for a volume of 6-9 liters, then the hidden one is much smaller (5-6 liters).
Why is it important to decide in advance on the dimensions
In fact, each specific installation is different in individual dimensions. Therefore, you first need to purchase the installation itself and a bowl suitable for it, and only then prepare the wall. But again, before going to the store, you need to make a competent measurement of the dimensions of the room and carefully plan what type of product is right for you.
The installation process itself is not straightforward. Since the structure is mounted inside the wall, the latter will need to be disassembled first, and then returned to its previous appearance. Such actions will clearly affect the state of the entire room, therefore, it will be possible to think about decorative repairs only after installation. If you do something wrong, correcting errors will be quite time consuming.
Important! During the initial planning and taking the necessary measurements, pay attention to the prerequisite. According to the rules of ergonomics, the distance from the toilet bowl to the walls must be at least 60 cm. At the same time, each instruction states that the bowl is installed only 18–23 cm from the installation itself.
Installation sizes of different manufacturers
The market today offers a wide variety of models. However, it is always better to opt for proven and proven manufacturers. Some of these are the following firms.
Geberit
Popular with buyers due to its ability to produce products that can be installed even in particularly difficult cases (for example, when pipes are close to each other). Also, a distinctive feature of such installations is a special seamless cistern, which significantly reduces the risk of leakage or breakage.
The dimensions of these systems are most often concentrated in the following framework: width - 50 cm, depth - 12 cm, and adjustable height - from 82 cm to 112 cm. At the same time, the volume of the cistern here can even reach the usual 6-9 liters. The price of such an installation varies from 16 thousand. up to 36 thousand rubles. But you need to understand that the cost of the toilet itself is not included in this amount.
Grohe
The quality of the products of this German manufacturer is beyond doubt. All products are made of durable metals and treated with a special anti-corrosion compound. The uniqueness lies in the fact that the kit always includes everything necessary for installation components, buy something extra (as sometimes happens with devices from other companies) do not required.
Standard dimensions are limited: width - 50 cm, depth - 23 cm, height - up to 113 cm. However, the size of the tank can also be suitable for 6-9 liters. By the way, in this system, water can be supplied to any part of the structure.
The choice of installation is one of the primary issues that arises when deciding to install a wall-hung toilet in your home. Therefore, you need to take it very seriously. Now, having familiarized yourself with the basic terms and standards, you can make the right purchase.
