Rimless floor-standing toilets: device, pros and cons, choice

Today, manufacturers of plumbing fixtures, in particular toilet bowls, offer consumers various models of functional plumbing fixtures. Among the available variety, it is worth highlighting the rimless floor-standing toilets - modern plumbing devices, which are in deserved demand in the light of their design features.

This type of plumbing appeared on the market not so long ago, however, some features of the device allow them to be distinguished into a separate line of products for arranging toilets and bathrooms in a home, as well as in public places.

In light of the structural features of the bowl, a rimless toilet will differ from classic plumbing in the type of flushing. A number of manufacturers offer products without additional outlets, or placed on the same level, with a seat. And you can also find models in which the flushing occurs due to the shape of the bowl, as well as a stronger water pressure. Rimless toilets are additionally equipped with a ceramic water divider, which directs it in three directions. These features provide effective cleaning of the toilet bowl walls.

Any plumbing has its own strengths and weaknesses. Rimless toilets are no exception in this regard. The advantages of such models include a number of factors.

• According to research and consumer reviews, this option turns out to be more convenient and easier to maintain. This is due to the lack of a rim, in light of which the owner does not need to use special tools to clean water deposits and dirt from hard-to-reach places. As a rule, a toilet bowl without a rim can be cleaned with a regular sponge and gentle household products.
• Based on the characteristics of care, significant savings result in the purchase of detergents. In addition, cleaning the plumbing takes a fraction of the time.
• The rimless floor-standing toilet is notable for its long service life in comparison with classic, as well as hanging models. This is due to the absence of various plaque and contamination on the walls, which not only reduce the visual appeal of plumbing fixtures, but also lead to premature wear of the surface.
• As practice and consumer reviews show, it is this option for washing the toilet bowl that is considered to be of higher quality, since the streams of water contact the surface as evenly as possible.
• A significant advantage of floor-standing toilets without a rim is considered to be water saving, which for some models is about 30% with each use of the tank.
• Plumbing makes much less noise when draining.
• Floor-standing models stand out for their ease of installation, so most structures can be installed in a bathroom or bathroom on their own. Floor models with a cistern also do not require any manipulations with the wall.
• Modern models can be completed with additional accessories, for example, a microlift.

However, this plumbing option is not without some drawbacks.

• Floor-standing models stand out in the light of their design by the more difficult access to the pipe extending into the floor. Therefore, in this area, cleaning can be fraught with some difficulties.
• Such models are considered expensive products, which can also be attributed to disadvantages. To a greater extent, this applies to products equipped with additional functionality.

Toilets without a rim are classified according to several criteria. Based on the shape of the bowl, plumbing devices are:

• disc-shaped;
• visor;
• funnel-shaped.

Taking into account the configuration of the cistern, the following products can be distinguished:

• combined - monoblocks with connecting elements;
• separate with a cistern on the wall or on the toilet shelf.

Rimless floor structures can vary in the capacity of the tank; on sale you can find products with a capacity of 4 to 6 liters.

There are three options for flushing water in the bowl:

• cascading;
• circular swirled;
• circular.

The release into the sewer from the toilet bowls can be:

• vertical;
• horizontal;
• oblique.

And also a rimless toilet can be attached or wall-mounted.

Today, plumbing products are presented in models with different dimensions. Models of toilets without a rim may vary depending on the manufacturer and the manufacturing standards used for the manufacture of plumbing fixtures. Among the offered assortment you can find European toilet bowls with the following dimensions:

• height - 400 mm;
• width - 360 mm;
• depth - 680 mm.

At the same time, models of domestic manufacturers are presented in the following size range:

• height - 370 mm;
• width - 340 mm;
• depth - 460 mm.

Today, rimless toilets can be made from the following raw materials.

The component of this material is white clay, due to which the surface of the sanitary ware will have high water absorption rates. Given this feature, nthe surfaces of the bowl and tank are necessarily covered with a special glaze, which gives the material not only water-repellent properties, but also shine, which has a positive effect on the appearance of plumbing.

In addition to white clay, this popular raw material contains quartz and feldspar. Such components give water-repellent qualities to porcelain products, as well as resistance to mechanical damage. Another positive feature is the inability of the material to absorb unpleasant odors.

Among the manufacturers of rimless toilets, it is worth highlighting the most popular brands and models.

The sanitary ware is of Turkish origin; porcelain is the material for the manufacture of toilets. The product has an attractive white color without gray tint, the weight of the toilet bowl is 50 kilograms. This model belongs to the line of wall products, the bowl has an oval shape and a horizontal oblique outlet. As an additional functionality, it is worth noting the presence of a water flow divider, as well as an anti-splash, which makes the operation of the toilet as comfortable as possible. The inner side of the structure is covered with an anti-dirt film.

Polish rimless toilet with an oval bowl. The weight of the structure does not exceed 31 kilograms, the material for the production of the bowl is sanitary ware... The toilet has a horizontal outlet, is additionally equipped with a divider and an anti-splash. The lid and seat are made of duroplast, the tank is made of ceramic. The model belongs to the category of wall-mounted toilets.

Spanish wall-mounted sanitary ware from the series of rimless toilets, equipped with a direct outlet. The rectangular bowl is made of ceramics; for ease of use, the toilet is additionally equipped with a divider and an anti-splash. The weight of the structure is 26 kilograms.

If you want or need to equip your bathroom or bathroom with the latest generation toilets without a rim when buying, you should pay attention to several important nuances related to such plumbing.

• First of all, we will focus on options that will undoubtedly add comfort during operation, but will directly affect the final cost of such plumbing. Budget models from quality raw materials with a minimum of additional functions will also be convenient and reliable to use.
• For practical and economical consumers, manufacturers of rimless toilets offer models with two flush types. The usual drain mode allows you to use at least 4 liters of water at a time, while the economical option will make it possible to drain no more than 2-3 liters.
• When buying a toilet, you should pay attention to the basic equipment, especially when buying through online stores. Some brands sell bowls, cisterns, and seats separately.
• When studying the proposed range of floor-standing rimless toilets, it is also worth taking into account the area of ​​the bathroom or bath. For small rooms, it is recommended to give preference to the wall-mounted options with an oval bowl, since rectangular views can become too cumbersome for such rooms.
• The preferred and most common color of the bowl will be white, however, for a harmonious combination of all elements of furniture and plumbing, you can choose non-standard black, beige or even red rimless toilets. The main thing is that the chosen option is in harmony with the general style and color scheme, the classic white color will become a universal solution in this matter.
• When choosing, you should also pay attention to the quality of the raw materials used for production.The material must meet such requirements as reliability, strength, resistance to mechanical damage, moisture resistance. When buying, you need to pay attention to the uniformity of the surface of the entire structure. The presence of cracks or dents can further cause premature failure of plumbing, as well as the ingress of dirt into the gaps.
• The toilet flush system deserves special attention. This option should work without interruption. It is best to test your favorite model before purchasing.

For more information on the features of rimless toilets, see the next video.