In recent years, the once-disregarded toilet has seen a dramatic design change. Many people see it as a crucial part of their bathroom design, rather than an unattractive and unnecessary necessity. It's not surprising that many find it difficult to choose the right toilet for their bathroom. It doesn't matter if you're renovating or building, it is worth doing some research to determine the right toilet for your bathroom. The Tapron is here to help! These are some tips that will help you choose the right toilet for you.
Make sure you have a good plumber
Every house has a unique plumbing setup. You have the option to design your bathroom and place your plumbing around your toilet if you're building it from scratch. You will need to inspect your bathroom's plumbing to ensure that you can install a toilet that fits. Consult a plumber if you need to modify the plumbing to make it work with the toilet that you really want.
Measurements and a 'Set-Out"
It's a simple task to measure your bathroom and toilet space. It's not what you want to do. When choosing a toilet, the most important measurement is the set out'. This measurement is measured from the wall to where the waste outlet will be located for an S trap or the floor to the outlet for the P trap. They vary in size, but they range from 140mm to 165mm on average. Set-out measurements can be limiting when you shop for a toilet to replace your current bathroom.
Pan
Next, choose the right pan option for your plumbing needs and setup. Australia has three types of pan: P-trap, S-trap, and Skew trap. The trap is the bend at the end of the toilet pipe that allows waste to be disposed of. The S-trap connects to the floor with a water pipe, while the P trap is directly connected to the wall. The skew pan, which is typically found in older homes, has a pipe that runs on either side of the toilet bowl.
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Close Coupled
The cistern, toilet pan and flush pipe are concealed by the fully integrated close-coupled toilet. This is a popular choice for bathroom renovations of mid-range quality. The traditional design suits most bathroom designs and is easy to clean because the pan and cistern are joined together. Close-coupled toilets are available in many styles. However, it doesn't offer much flexibility when it comes to how they are set up.
Wall-Faced
The toilet cistern is attached to the wall by the wall-faced or 'back-to-the–wall' bathroom suite. This hides any obtrusive pipes and gives the bathroom a modern, contemporary look. It is easy to clean, as there are no gaps between the wall and the toilet.
Concealed
Concealed toilets are ideal for small bathrooms. The toilet is attached to the floor of the bathroom and the cistern is concealed within the wall cavity. Only the pan is visible. Concealed toilets are sleek and minimalistic, and easy to clean.
Connector
The connector, also known as the "link suite", is the most traditional design. It has the cistern joining to the pan by only the flush pipe, which is concealed by a plastic plate. This allows for maximum flexibility in installation, as the pan can be moved backwards or forwards to fit any layout.
Water Efficiency
Style and design are important, but so is how much water it uses and how clean it flushes. A toilet that is well-designed and efficient will clean the bowl in one flush. It will also conserve water. The WELS (Water Efficiency Labeling and Standards), was created by the Australian Government to reduce water consumption. It is based on a 6-star rating system that measures toilet water efficiency and water consumption. A 3-star toilet, for example, would require 3 litres to flush a half-flush while a 6-litre full-flush will take 6 litres. A 4-star toilet will use 3 litres to flush a half-flush and 4.5 litres to flush a full-flush. You can save more than 90 litres per day if you have a single flush toilet. A toilet with a high WELS rating can save money and help the environment.
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