Rimless wall-hung toilets: how are they arranged and how to choose the right one?

Modern plumbing is becoming more comfortable and technologically advanced. Stylish appearance and a high degree of hygiene are mandatory requirements for a toilet bowl. There are many bowl shapes and drain types to increase hygiene and ease maintenance. The advent of Rimless technology has fundamentally changed the toilet system. Today there is a choice between tradition and innovation, and everyone makes it based on their requirements for plumbing.

Toilets without rim have been developed relatively recently. The authorship of the development belongs to a Japanese brand, whose goal was to create the most hygienic and durable design. Quite quickly, this technology became popular in Europe, a few years ago, Rimless systems appeared on the free market. Popular are both side-mounted, floor-standing and suspended rimless toilets. Outwardly, the traditional design is no different from the rimless design. From the outside, they look exactly the same.

The changes only concern the internal structure, the bowl, which lacks the traditional rim. Flushing in it occurs in a completely different way than in the standard, rim. In a standard toilet, flushing occurs as follows: water spills over the back of the bowl and washes, heading forward along the rim.

However, for all its perfection, this system has one significant drawback - cleaning the area under the rim is extremely difficult. In hard-to-reach places, dirt remains, salts are deposited, smudges appear. Not to mention the fact that this particular place is considered to be an accumulation of various bacteria. All this makes the toilet not too hygienic, in addition, foreign odors appear.

When the rim was removed from the structure, the problem resolved itself. The smooth bowl is as hygienic as possible, cleaning behind it is not difficult. However, here it is important to clarify all the advantages and disadvantages.

Among the advantages are:

• ease of cleaning, no hard-to-reach areas;
• the highest hygiene;
• less consumption of chemicals;
• aesthetic appearance;
• less water consumption when flushing;
• high noise insulation;
• effective flush.

Experts believe that there are no shortcomings in this system. All conditional negative aspects are associated, rather, with specific models and shortcomings of specific manufacturing firms. In general, this system has only advantages over the traditional one. This is especially true for a wall-hung toilet, because in such a design there are no inaccessible zones, not only inside, but also outside.

Since the rim is not provided in the design, the question - why the water does not overflow over the edge - is natural. After all, it was the rim that kept the water pressure from splashing. In the rimless design, this function is performed by a ceramic divider, which is located in the flow area. It distributes water in three directions - to the sides and immediately down the bowl.

To prevent the water from overflowing, not splashing, companies have developed several variations of containment:

• stream splitter;
• vortex flow creation;
• special channels and edges.

There are quite a few types of rimless designs. In addition to the wall-hung toilet, there are standard floor and side models. Each of them has strengths and weaknesses. Floor standing are considered classics, easier to install, budget. It is important to consider the size of the bowl and the area of ​​the room. In addition, floor-standing rimless models, due to the low tank and poor water supply, cannot always provide the ideal flush pressure.

Suspended structures are more convenient. They are hygienic not only inside, but also outside, take up less space, help in creating a stylish interior. Among the minuses, only the cost and complexity of the installation can be noted. The tank in this system is built into the wall, it is necessary to think over access to communications at the stage of repair. At the same time, the wall-mounted rimless toilet is much ahead of the floor-standing toilet in terms of quality. It is less noisy, the water consumption is less, in addition, the flows are distributed more competently.

There is also a drawback - a small hanging bowl may not be very comfortable, installation is complicated, model and installation are expensive.

Attached models have the advantages of both previous designs: easy to install, take up little space, economical, quiet. They also have a deeper bowl.

First of all, suspended rimless toilet bowls differ in the way they are attached to the wall, that is, in the installation:

• blocky - simpler and more accessible, but can only be attached to walls of the load-bearing type;
• frame - attached to the wall and floor, can be used anywhere;
• angular - to install the toilet in the corner of the bathroom.

The material of manufacture is also extremely important. Most often, certain types are used.

• Ceramics, i.e. earthenware and porcelain - the most traditional, they are durable, safe. Porcelain is less porous, easier to maintain, but somewhat more expensive than budget faience. Plus, porcelain lasts longer.

• Stainless steel used in most cases for equipping public places. These are very hygienic, durable structures that are easy to maintain.

• Glass and plastic. It is rarely used, since the glass is transparent; few consider such a design attractive. Plastic is used mainly in summer cottages, as it is not very durable.

• Artificial and natural stone also rarely used, mainly in the design of luxury interiors. Natural stone is durable and hygienic, but expensive, artificial does not have a long service life.

In the shape of a bowl, toilet bowls can be:

• funnel type;
• plates;
• visor.

Rimless hanging toilet bowls can have completely different shapes and appearance.

• Circle and oval - traditional forms for plumbing. They are safe, have no corners, and are easy to clean as they do not have complex elements that make cleaning difficult.

• Square, rectangular - especially in demand in some stylistic decisions. Well suited for modern interiors. Rectangular is ideal for Japanese style or hi-tech.

• Teardrop - an interesting solution that is suitable for an interior that requires complexity and originality of forms.

• Ovoid - very popular lately. But it will only fit into the bathroom, where this form will not stand out from others.

It is very important to focus on the general style and combine the toilet with all the interior details.

Hanging toilets can be shortened, but rimless are usually standard sizes. In small rooms, the installation of small models is quite acceptable.

Firms that produce rimless hanging toilet bowls are quite diverse on the market. There is a choice for the most discerning taste. We offer you a rating of the most popular models from different manufacturers.

Characteristics of Roca The Gap (Spain):

• material - faience, shape - rectangle;
• release into the wall;
• cast flush divider;
• has an anti-splash system;
• double button, mechanical type.

Pros: economical, beautiful design, hygienic, different types of fasteners, no splashing water, easy maintenance.

Minuses: faience, that is, the service life is not durable, the basic configuration requires the purchase of many elements.

Characteristics of Gustavsberg Hygienic Flush WWC (Sweden):

• porcelain, complete with microlift seat;
• direct release, there is anti-splash;
• weighs 15 kg;
• frame-type installation.

Pros:

• very durable, withstands heavy loads;
• Beautiful design;
• hygienic thanks to deep flush type;
• the coating is non-porous, repels dirt, does not absorb odors;
• quiet;
• standard type of installation;
• long warranty.

Minuses:

• the lid closes too slowly;
• mounting parts on the surface make cleaning difficult.

Cersanit Carina New Clean On (Poland):

• shape - rectangle;
• cover with microlift;
• splash protection;
• dirt-repellent coating;
• installation is purchased separately;
• double type button;
• horizontal outlet;
• weight - 21.8 kg.

Pros:

• economical water consumption;
• stylish design;
• anti-splash, microlift;
• hygienic, practical;
• installation is very simple;
• budget price.

Minuses:

• sometimes the seat is uncomfortable;
• the shape of the bowl may not be very suitable for men.

Ideal Standart Tesi AquaBlade (Belgium):

• oval bowl;
• release into the wall;
• anti-splash;
• the aquablade flush completely washes the bowl;
• porcelain;
• frame-type installation;
• weight - 24 kg.

Pros:

• aesthetic design;
• strong, durable;
• hygienic;
• splash protection;
• long warranty period.

Minuses:

• installation is rather difficult;
• you cannot wash off while sitting, the jets are too strong.

Laufen Pro (Switzerland):

• porcelain;
• oval shape;
• horizontal outlet;
• anti-splash;
• weight - 21 kg;
• dual-mode flush.

Pros:

• economical, hygienic;
• flush is very deep and high quality;
• practical;
• splash protection;
• ease of cleaning;
• comfortable fit.

Minuses:

• complex installation;
• incomplete complete set, it is necessary to purchase additional elements.

Vitra Zentrum (Turkey):

• porcelain;
• Duroplast seat included;
• direct type release;
• splash protection;
• double type button;
• oval;
• weight - 50 kg.

Pros:

• excellent wear resistance;
• the surface repels odor, dirt;
• microlift;
• silent.

Minuses:

• not everyone will like the design.

When choosing a toilet, you need to rely not only on reviews, but also on the features of the bathroom, its area, the type of sewer outlet and other nuances. To ensure that the harness does not disappoint, consider the recommendations:

• evaluate the area, the shape and model of the toilet bowl adequate to its size, the method of fastening;
• choose from the lines of only trusted manufacturers;
• in the store, check the operation of all parts, mechanisms;
• be sure to analyze the package;
• choose models with a smooth surface, especially where the lid is located;
• do not be afraid to check the toilet in the store, you need to sit on the right model in order to assess the degree of comfort;
• the duroplast seat is more durable than polypropylene, although more expensive.

Additional functionality provides the greatest ease of use:

• the lid of the toilet bowl with a microlift ensures silent closing, you can not be afraid to suddenly release the lid;
• a double button is preferable, as it allows you to dispense the water supply;
• model with an anti-splash system prevents water from splashing;
• a special coating from dirt is less dirty and easier to clean;
• heated seat maintains optimal temperature;
• the bidet provides complete comfort and hygiene;
• drying works like a hair dryer.

For information on how to choose a wall-hung toilet, see the next video.